Christmas is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to bond with your kids through creative activities, cozy movie nights, and hands-on projects. At Legacy Father, we’re all about helping dads make the most of these moments. In this blog, we’ve compiled activities centered on Christmas-themed fun, leatherworking, and holiday movie recommendations, tailored for every age group from babies to college students.
Baby (0-12 months)
- Christmas Activity: Let your baby explore a sensory basket filled with soft holiday items like tinsel (baby-safe), plush ornaments, and ribbons.
- Leatherworking: Create a small keepsake like a leather ornament or tag with their name or birth year.
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: The Snowman (short and visually engaging for little ones).
Toddler (1-3 years)
- Christmas Activity: Decorate a mini Christmas tree with soft, shatterproof ornaments. Let your toddler help hang decorations.
- Leatherworking: Let them press a stamp onto a piece of leather to create a simple coaster or ornament (with supervision).
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: A Charlie Brown Christmas (gentle story and music toddlers can enjoy).
Preschool (3-5 years)
- Christmas Activity: Make handprint crafts like reindeer or Santa art. Use washable paint and let them add their own creative touches.
- Leatherworking: Help them create a simple leather bracelet or bookmark using pre-punched kits designed for kids.
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (animated version).
Elementary (6-10 years)
- Christmas Activity: Bake and decorate cookies shaped like Christmas trees, snowmen, or stockings. Encourage them to come up with unique designs.
- Leatherworking: Create a small leather keychain or wallet together. Teach them basic techniques like cutting and stamping.
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: Home Alone (fun and full of laughs for the whole family).
Middle School (11-13 years)
- Christmas Activity: Build a gingerbread house together. Turn it into a challenge to see who can make the most creative design.
- Leatherworking: Work on a larger project like a custom leather journal cover or belt. Teach them how to use simple tools like punches and mallets.
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: Elf (hilarious and perfect for all ages).
High School (14-18 years)
- Christmas Activity: Plan and execute a family Christmas scavenger hunt. Include clues leading to small gifts or holiday treats.
- Leatherworking: Guide them in crafting personalized gifts for family members, like a leather wallet or phone case.
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: It’s a Wonderful Life (a timeless classic with a meaningful message).
College (18+ years)
- Christmas Activity: Host a Christmas karaoke night with holiday classics. It’s a fun way to engage the whole family or roommates.
- Leatherworking: Collaborate on a meaningful leatherworking project, such as a custom tote bag or tool pouch.
- Christmas Movie Recommendation: Love Actually (a heartwarming holiday movie that sparks great discussions about relationships).
Conclusion
This Christmas, dive into these activities that cater to all ages and interests. Whether you’re creating a leather ornament, enjoying a festive movie, or decorating cookies, these moments will strengthen your bond with your kids and create lasting holiday memories. Wishing you and your family a merry and meaningful Christmas!
Custom Daily Activities Sent Straight To Your Inbox
Want activities local to you and customized to your family? Our Legacy Father Daily Activity Newsletter is here to help you create lasting memories and strengthen your bond with your children, one day at a time.