This torn paper ornament craft is an easy way to build fine motor skills this holiday season. This Christmas craft comes with a free printable template, making it easier for you and your preschooler.
And, if you want more Christmas crafts, try making this handprint Christmas tree card! It’s a heartfelt Christmas gift for loved ones.
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Christmas Books For Preschoolers
Llama Llama Jingle Bells– Join Llama as he prepares for Christmas day! From decorating the house to baking cookies for Santa, this book is filled with Christmas traditions.
We Disagree About This Tree– I was gifted this book from Candlewick Press last year and it has become a favorite of mine! Mouse and Bear disagree about how to decorate and put up the Christmas tree. Will they be able to compromise or will the holiday be ruined?
What You’ll Need For This Torn Paper Ornament Craft
How To Make This Torn Paper Ornament Craft
1.Print the ornament template and carefully cut out the ornament along the outline.
2. Tear the red, green, and yellow construction paper into small pieces. Keep the colors in separate piles if desired.
3. Apply glue to a small section of the ornament. Press the torn paper pieces onto the glue, filling in the design with your chosen colors.
4. Continue gluing torn paper pieces onto the ornament until all the sections are covered. Allow the glue to dry completely.
Fun Variations For This Torn Paper Ornament Craft
While green and red are traditional Christmas colors, feel free to use any color of construction paper for the ornament to create a unique design.
Encourage children to tear the paper themselves to practice fine motor skills.
Overlap the paper pieces slightly to cover the entire ornament.
Adult assistance may be needed when cutting out the ornament, especially for younger children.
Punch a small hole near the top and add string or ribbon to hang the finished ornament on the tree, if desired.
Download The Torn Paper Ornament Template
PrintTorn Paper Ornament Craft
Make this easy torn paper ornament craft with kids! A simple Christmas activity for preschool and kindergarten that builds fine motor skills.
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 15
- Category: Christmas, Fine Motor
- Method: Step-by-Step
Materials
- Printable ornament template
- Construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue stick
Instructions
- 1.Print the ornament template and carefully cut out the ornament along the outline.
- Tear the red, green, and yellow construction paper into small pieces. Keep the colors in separate piles if desired.
- Apply glue to a small section of the ornament. Press the torn paper pieces onto the glue, filling in the design with your chosen colors.
- Continue gluing torn paper pieces onto the ornament until all the sections are covered. Allow the glue to dry completely.
