'Tis the season for learning and festive fun! As parents, we all want to make the holiday season both magical and enriching for our little ones. That's why I was so excited to create our comprehensive Play at Home Preschool Christmas-themed unit! Designed in the same format as our family-favorite Play at Home Preschool Curriculum, this carefully crafted unit combines the wonder of the holiday season with essential early learning concepts, creating a perfect blend of education and celebration!
The Magic of Holiday Learning
The holiday season presents a unique opportunity to engage children in learning through the natural excitement of Christmas. Here's why seasonal learning is so effective:
- Natural Motivation: Children are already excited about Christmas, making them eager to participate in themed activities.
- Real-World Connections: Holiday activities provide authentic contexts for learning numbers, letters, and concepts.
- Memory Formation: Learning tied to emotional experiences (like holiday joy) creates stronger, lasting memories.
- Cultural Understanding: Holiday-themed activities help children understand traditions and celebrations.
- Family Integration: Learning activities can easily incorporate family traditions and create meaningful memories.
Play at Home Preschool's 3-Week Christmas Curriculum Unit: A Complete Guide
This comprehensive curriculum provides 15 days of engaging, play-based activities perfect for the holiday season. Whether you're teaching at home or in a school setting, our program makes holiday learning both structured and fun!
Program Details
- Duration: 3 weeks (15 days)
- Format: 41 page PDF
- Flexibility: Can be used independently or as a supplement to existing preschool programs
Daily Activity Structure
Each day features three carefully designed activities:
- Activities 1 & 2: The first two core activities focus on and develop essential early childhood skills through:
- Literacy exploration
- Mathematical concepts
- Fine motor skill development
- Gross motor activities
- Sensory experiences
- STEM discoveries
- Creative arts and crafts
- Activity 3: Interactive letter work using our special printable and reusable letter mats for spelling "CHRISTMAS"
30 Christmas-themed Activities included:
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Ornament ABCs
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Holiday Water
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Present Patterns
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Santa Haircut
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Playdough Tree Math
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Bow Tape Balance
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Christmas Memory
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Feed the Reindeer
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Candy Cane Math
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Christmas Rice
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Present Ten Frames
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Christmas Leaves
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Wreath Color Match
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Snowball Throw
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Christmas ABC Rocks
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DIY Ornaments
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Reindeer Numbers
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Floor Christmas Tree
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Christmas Writing Tray
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Don't Drop the Present
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Roll & Dot
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Wrapping Paper Name
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Cup and Stick Creations
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Christmas Boats
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Cheerio Tree
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Christmas Crayon Resist
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Bow Number Stick
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Christmas Dot Art
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Make a Snowman
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Decorate an Ugly Christmas Sweater
Comprehensive Materials Included
The 41-page downloadable PDF includes:
- Detailed unit and weekly overviews
- Curated Christmas-themed book recommendations
- Complete supply lists for easy preparation
- Daily lesson plans with step-by-step instructions
- Full-color activity photos
- Reusable letter mats for hands-on learning
Benefits of Our Christmas-Themed Preschool Curriculum
1. Play-Based Learning
Our activities are designed to be fun and engaging, ensuring that your child learns through play. This approach helps to:
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Increase motivation and enthusiasm for learning
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Improve information retention
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Develop social skills through collaborative activities
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Boost creativity and imagination
2. Flexibility and Adaptability
While our curriculum is structured, it's also flexible enough to adapt to your child's needs and interests. You can:
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Choose to focus more on areas where your child needs extra practice
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Extend activities that your child particularly enjoys
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Adjust the difficulty level to challenge more advanced learners
3. Family Bonding
Many of our activities are perfect for family participation, allowing you to:
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Create lasting memories with your children
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Engage in meaningful conversations about the concepts being learned
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Strengthen family bonds through shared experiences
4. Preparation for School
For those using this curriculum at home, it helps prepare your child for a school environment by:
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Introducing structured learning in a familiar setting
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Developing important skills like following instructions and completing tasks
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Building confidence in their abilities across various subjects
Create a Season of Joy and Learning
Our Christmas-themed preschool curriculum transforms the holiday season into an enriching educational experience. By combining the magic of Christmas with structured learning activities, you'll create lasting memories while building essential skills. Your child will be so engaged in the festive fun, they won't even realize how much they're learning!
Don't miss this opportunity to make this Christmas season extra special with purposeful, play-based learning activities. Whether you're a parent teaching at home or an educator in a school setting, our comprehensive curriculum provides everything you need for three weeks of magical holiday learning.
Ready to bring holiday magic to your learning routine?
Download our Christmas-themed preschool curriculum today and give your child the gift of joyful learning this holiday season!
