Christmas countdown calendar
One small activity for each day, 1 to 24 December.
Options
One activity per day
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How to print a Christmas countdown calendar
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Edit the title and the list: add, remove or change lines.
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Choose A4 or US Letter and whether to add blank rows.
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Check the preview.
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Download the PDF and print.
About this printable
Twenty-four numbered boxes, each with a simple activity: make a paper snowflake, write a card for a friend, donate a toy or book, sing a carol, go for a winter walk, help cook dinner and more. Most need nothing you don’t already have at home.
Edit any day to fit your family’s plans and schedule, then print one page to stick on the fridge and tick off as you go.
What’s included
- Days: 24.
Tips
- Put busy days (school concerts, travel) on the easiest activities.
- Cut the boxes apart and put one in an envelope for each day.
- Mix in a few kind activities so the countdown isn’t only about presents.
About the festival
Christmas is celebrated on 25 December to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. Many churches hold a service on Christmas Eve, and homes are decorated with trees, lights, wreaths and stockings.
Sources
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to buy anything?
No. The activities use paper, pencils, kitchen basics and time together.
Can I change the activities?
Yes. Each line is one day; edit, reorder or replace any of them.
Can I make it shorter?
Yes. Delete lines for a 12-day or 7-day countdown; the boxes resize to fit.
Can I use these in a classroom?
Yes. Print as many copies as your class needs. Please don’t resell the designs.