Christmas Colors and Decorations

Preschool Art Curriculum Plan: Christmas Colors and Decorations

Duration: 20-30 minutes

Learning Objectives:

To introduce children to traditional Christmas colors and decorations while fostering creativity and fine motor skills through threading, gluing, and decorating activities.

Materials Needed:

• White cardboard (pre-cut into circles)

• Hole puncher or an awl (for creating holes around the edges of the circles)

• Red and green yarn

• Christmas-themed printouts (such as Christmas trees, snowflakes, stars, Santa Claus, etc.) or Christmas-themed stickers

• Glue

Lesson Steps

1. Introduction (5 Minutes)

Introducing Christmas Colors:

• Begin by showing children various Christmas decorations.

• Explain the traditional Christmas colors: red, green, white, and gold.

• Use real objects or images of Christmas trees, Santa Claus, gifts, and ornaments to illustrate these colors.

Discussion on Christmas Decorations:

• Engage the children in a conversation:

  • What decorations do they see during Christmas?

  • What are their favorite Christmas items?

• Show examples of common decorations: trees, snowflakes, bells, stockings, and stars.

• Allow children to touch and examine real or toy decorations for a tactile learning experience.

2. Hole-Punching Practice (5-10 Minutes)

Demonstrating the Hole-Punching Technique:

• Provide pre-cut white cardboard circles with holes already punched around the edges.

• Demonstrate how to thread yarn through the holes to create a decorative border.

Threading Practice:

• Give each child red and green yarn.

• Encourage them to thread the yarn through the holes in their cardboard circles.

Threading Assistance:

• For children who find threading challenging:

  • Pre-thread part of the circle, leaving a few holes for them to practice.

  • Provide plastic blunt needles to make threading easier.

3. Decorating and Gluing (5 Minutes)

Choosing Christmas Elements:

• Let children select their favorite decorations from:

  • Christmas-themed printouts

  • Stickers (e.g., Christmas trees, snowflakes, stars, bells)

  • Glitter glue or shiny sequins

Gluing Decorations:

• Provide non-toxic glue and encourage children to attach their chosen decorations to the center or any blank spaces on their cardboard circles.

• Allow them to arrange decorations as they like, emphasizing creativity and individuality.

4. Display and Reflection (5-10 Minutes)

Displaying Artwork:

• Help children place their finished artwork on a display wall.

• Arrange the artwork in a festive design (e.g., in the shape of a Christmas tree or a wreath).

• Ensure each child’s work is visible and appreciated.

Reflection and Discussion:

• Gather the children in a circle.

• Ask reflection questions:

  • What did they learn about Christmas colors and decorations?

  • What was their favorite part of the activity?

  • Which decoration element did they enjoy the most?

• Encourage children to share their thoughts and feelings about their artwork.

Closing Remarks:

• Conclude by reminding children that Christmas is a colorful and festive time of year.

• Highlight how the activity helped them explore Christmas traditions while expressing their creativity.

Safety Notes:

• Use age-appropriate and non-toxic materials.

• Monitor children closely to ensure small items (like sequins) are handled safely.