Looking for a simple, bright, and creative Christmas craft for kids? This Easy Folded Accordion Christmas Tree Craft is a fun paper activity that helps children practice cutting, folding, and gluing while creating a beautiful winter scene. With a free PDF printable template and simple materials, this craft is perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students.
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- Materials Needed
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Print and cut the template
- Make snowy hills
- Attach the tree trunk
- Create the accordion tree
- Add the star
- Decorate with ornaments
- Add presents
- Finish with snow
- How and Where to Use This Craft
- Download Free PDF printable template Easy Folded Accordion Christmas Tree Craft
Materials Needed
- Free PDF printable template
- White paper (for printing the template)
- Colored paper and cardstock (blue, green, brown, white, yellow, red, and other colors)
- Scissors
- Glue
- Black marker
- White paint or white marker
Step-by-Step Instructions
Print and cut the template
Print the free template on white paper. Carefully cut out all the parts: the large circle, the triangle, and the small rectangle.
Cut shapes from colored paper
Use the paper template pieces as patterns to cut the final parts:
- Cut a large circle from blue or light blue cardstock (this will be the background).
- Cut a triangle from green double-sided paper.
- Cut a small rectangle from brown paper (the tree trunk).
Make snowy hills
On a small piece of white paper, draw a wavy line and cut it out.
Glue this wavy piece to the bottom of the blue circle. Trim off any excess paper so it fits the circle perfectly. This will create snowy hills.
Attach the tree trunk
Glue the brown rectangle onto the snowy area at the bottom of the circle. This will be the trunk of the Christmas tree.
Create the accordion tree
Fold the green triangle like an accordion (back and forth).
Once folded, glue it above the trunk in the center of the circle. This creates a beautiful 3D Christmas tree effect.
Add the star
Cut a star from yellow or red paper and glue it to the top of the tree.
Decorate with ornaments
Cut small circles from different colored paper to make Christmas ornaments. Glue them onto the folded tree.
Add presents
Cut small squares or rectangles from colored paper to make gifts.
Glue them under the tree. Use a black marker to draw bows and ribbon details.
Finish with snow
Using white paint or a white marker, add small round dots around the background to create falling snow.
Your bright and festive accordion Christmas tree craft is now complete!
How and Where to Use This Craft
- Classroom Christmas activities โ perfect for winter art lessons and holiday craft days
- Preschool and kindergarten projects โ helps develop fine motor skills and creativity
- Home crafting with kids โ a fun holiday activity for families
- Christmas decorations โ use it to decorate walls, doors, or windows
- Holiday cards โ glue the finished craft onto folded cardstock to make a handmade Christmas card
- Winter bulletin boards โ ideal for schools and daycare centers
This cheerful paper Christmas tree craft adds a festive touch anywhere itโs displayed and makes a wonderful keepsake for the holiday season.
