Perhaps the easiest craft for young and old alike — if this year you'd like to give a handmade festive card to family and friends, this is the perfect choice!
What You'll Need
- Printed template (ready to download below)
- Scissors
- Glue
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 — Print the template Print the ready-made template — for best results, use card stock rather than regular paper so your card is more durable!
Step 2 — Cut the shapes Let your little ones cut out the rectangles, squares and circles. This craft is wonderful for learning shapes and practising with scissors — and your little ones won't find it difficult at all!
Step 3 — Glue the costume together Glue the shapes onto the card one by one, following the picture to build Father Christmas's iconic outfit — the red coat, the belt, the boots and the cheerful white beard!
Step 4 — Write your wishes! Inside the card, children can write — with your help — their New Year wishes. A handmade card filled with love is always the most special gift!
Happy New Year!
Educational Benefits
Recognising geometric shapes: Rectangles, squares and circles — children learn basic geometric shapes through the making process in the most natural and enjoyable way!
Fine motor skills: Cutting along simple outlines exercises the small muscles of the hands — excellent preparation for writing.
Confidence: The simplicity of this craft ensures that every child reaches the end successfully — and the result fills them with delight!
Language development: Writing New Year wishes introduces children to written language and the joy of communicating through words.
Emotional intelligence: Giving a handmade card nurtures generosity, empathy and the joy of giving — values that begin to take shape from a very early age.
