Engage in creating this simple advent calendar with your kids to kick off the Christmas countdown.

To create a winter wonderland advent calendar, simply cut white cardstock into house and tree shapes. Let your child unleash their creativity by drawing on each piece. Then, glue these festive drawings onto sticks to bring the winter scene to life. This hands-on and personalized approach adds an extra layer of joy and excitement to the countdown to Christmas.

Advent calendars are beneficial for kids as they provide a tangible and interactive way to countdown to Christmas. These calendars build anticipation and excitement as each day reveals a new surprise or activity. Additionally, they help teach patience and the concept of time, enhancing children’s understanding of the holiday season. The daily engagement with the calendar fosters creativity, whether through crafting, treats, or activities, making it a memorable and enjoyable tradition for kids during the festive season.

How to create a DIY Winter Wonderland advent calendar:

Materials needed:

• Recycled cereal box
• Recycled box
• A4 white cardstocks
• 24 Sticks
• Black and red pen
• 24 Christmas-themed straws
• Scissors
• Glue gun and stick

Instructions:

• Open the recycled cereal box, turning it inside out.
• Cut the A4 cardstocks into 8 small pieces.
• Draw trees and houses on the white cardstock and cut them out.
• Write numbers on the cardstock and cut them into small tags.
• Attach the trees, houses, and number tags onto the sticks.
• Take a small recycled box and poke 24 holes in it.
• Decorate the box with the white cardstock and Christmas-themed straws.

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