Looking for a festive holiday activity that doubles as a heartfelt keepsake? These free printable Christmas cards for kids to color are a fun way for kids to spread holiday cheer to friends and family.
They feature a cheerful mix of designs: cuddly animals (puppy, teddy, kitty, penguin), cute puns ("Pawsome," "Tree-rific," "Meowy"), cozy classics (snowman, stacked presents, wreath with "JOY," twinkle lights), sweet treats (gingerbread house, hot cocoa), and faith-centered art (Christian manger scene). These Christmas coloring pages for kids are perfect for every holiday vibe, from cute to classic. All cards print in black-and-white and fold to a traditional greeting card size, ready for kids to personalize with their own color palettes.
These free Christmas printables are wonderfully versatile for home, classroom, church, and holiday parties. Use them as a Christmas craft for kids during family movie nights, a fun Christmas activity at school, or a Sunday School take-home. They make charming add-ons for gift exchanges, neighbor treat bags, and teacher gifts, and they're sweet to mail to grandparents or tuck into care packages. They're an easy idea when you need last-minute cards without a store run.
I've included options for every age and skill level. Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy big shapes and bold outlines (snowman, puppy, penguin, "Happy Holidays" snow globe). Early elementary-aged children get moderate details with room to experiment (stacked presents, gingerbread house, Christmas gnomes). Older kids can slow down with finer line work and shading (wreath "JOY," cottage scene, manger).
To use, print on cardstock for a sturdy finish, color with crayons, colored pencils, or markers, then fold and add a message inside. Kids can embellish with glitter glue, stickers, or washi tape, punch a hole to tie on gift bags, or shrink the print scale to make mini cards and gift tags. You can display finished cards on a classroom bulletin board or on the fridge at home.
Christmas Cards for Kids to Color
A cute baby reindeer sits inside a magical snow globe -great for toddlers; try warm browns, woodland greens, icy blues, and gold stars.
An adorable penguin in a winter outfit holds a gift. It’s a perfect one for preschoolers.
A smiling gingerbread man waves beside a candy-trimmed Gingerbread house with "I hope your Christmas is sweet." Use caramel browns, gumdrop pastels, and bright reds on the peppermint details.
A jolly gnome with a candy cane and gift stands among pines beneath "GNOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS." It’s a good choice for ages 5-8.
A Christmas wreath coloring page with a big bow and the word "JOY." It’s ideal for older kids who like shading details. It would look good with deep greens with cranberry accents.
Baby Jesus sleeps peacefully in the manger beneath a shining star with "PEACE & JOY.” Experiment with soft yellows, gentle tans, and night-sky blue to make it glow.
A decorated brick cottage sits under "Home for the Holidays," ready for twinkly windows. Brick red, dark greens, and warm golds would be a good color palette for this one. Great for older kids.
A happy snowman says "LET IT SNOW" against a wintry backdrop. Try frosty blues, glittery silver, carrot orange, and a bold red striped scarf.
A towering stack of ribboned gifts sparkles with stars under "MERRY CHRISTMAS."Use bright colors on the wrapping paper.
A cute puppy in a Santa hat wishes you a "PAWSOME CHRISTMAS"-use tan or gray fur, a peppermint-striped scarf, and a snowy blue background.
This Christmas card for kids to color features a cuddly teddy in a Santa hat with the punny greeting "BEARY CHRISTMAS." Perfect for preschoolers.
A cute kitty in a Santa hat says "Meowy Christmas" amid a flurry of snow.
Twinkle-light strands frame "Have a Merry & Bright Christmas." Older kids can experiment with glowing bulbs in rainbow hues on a midnight-blue sky.
A steaming mug of hot cocoa topped with whipped cream and a candy cane.
A star-topped tree with ornaments and gifts wishes you a "TREE-RIFIC CHRISTMAS." Decorate with classic green, gold, and pops of red.
A festive kitten says "Santa Paws is Coming to Town" among twinkling stars-try orange tabby or soft calico colors.
Elegant ornaments dangle from pine sprigs over a script "Merry Christmas." Best for older kids who enjoy patterns. Shade with metallic golds, silvers, and deep jewel tones.
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