Christmas time is full of holiday fun but it can also be a season where busy parents need easy activities to keep kids entertained. That is exactly why I created these free I Spy Christmas printable activity worksheets.
They are a fun way to keep young children and older kids busy, whether you are at home prepping Christmas cookies or trying to keep little ones calm during a long car ride or you’re looking for a classroom holiday activity or game. These printable games are great boredom busters, completely free to download, and simple to print at zero dollars.
These I Spy pages include both full color and black and white options, plus answer keys for each level. They offer lots of fun for the whole family and work well in classrooms, holiday parties, or even at Christmas dinner when kids need a quiet time activity.
A Fun Christmas Activity for Kids of All Ages
If you need a fun thing to add to your holiday activities list, these I Spy Christmas worksheets are a great option. They are designed with Christmas objects that kids love, like candy canes, Christmas trees, ornaments, stockings, and other items that make this classic game so exciting. Kids look for the correct number of items and count what they find on each printable worksheet.
There are two difficulty levels too, so you can choose the perfect activity sheet for younger kids or big kids who want more of a challenge.
Younger kids enjoy the easier version (seen above), which features larger images with less visual clutter. Older kids and second grade students enjoy the harder set, which includes smaller images and more detailed pictures.
First grade through 2nd grade teachers will find this a great classroom activity because it reinforces visual discrimination skills and fine motor skills without feeling like work. It really is the perfect way to sneak in educational benefits while staying in the Christmas spirit.
What Is Included in the Free Download
These free Christmas printables include everything you need to start playing right away. Once you download the PDF file, you will get:
• One easy I Spy Christmas printable worksheet
• One harder I Spy Christmas printable worksheet (see below)
• Full color and black and white options
• An answer key for both versions (see example above)
Use the Black & White Version for 2 Activities In One!
The black and white pages double as a coloring page, giving young kids and older kids a second activity. See the example below. They can grab a writing utensil or colored pencils and decorate the pictures after they finish the counting part.
If you want to reuse the full color pages next year, simply place them in a page protector and use dry erase markers or a dry erase marker so kids can play again.
Tips for Printing Your Own Copies
Before printing your free printable Christmas worksheets, make sure to check your printer settings. Choose full color if you want bright images or black and white if you prefer a coloring page. If you want the pages to last longer, print on cardstock so kids can use them with dry erase markers.
You can print as many copies as you need for classroom use, holiday parties, or fun activities at home. Just remember that my free printables are for personal use, so make sure they stay within your household or classroom.
How to Download the Free I-Spy Printables
Click this download link to get to the Google Drive folder to grab the free I-Spy Christmas Printables. Or scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the large Click to Download image.
A Great Way To Entertain Kids During the Christmas Season
Christmas season schedules get busy fast, especially for families with young children. These I Spy sheets are a great way to keep kids entertained without screens. They are easy to print, fun to play, and do not require any complicated materials. All you need is your printed page and a writing utensil. That is it.
These also make great ideas for holiday parties or classroom use. Teachers often look for quiet time activities that still capture the excitement of the holiday season. These I Spy pages do just that. They keep the holiday spirit alive while giving kids a focused task. They are also a great game for large groups because kids can complete them individually or race to see who finishes first.
Parents can also tuck a few printed pages into a bag when traveling. They are lightweight, easy to replace, and tons of fun. If you are headed out to do some Christmas shopping or preparing for a Christmas party, having a few I Spy worksheets on hand can save the day.
Fun Ways To Use These Printable Games
There are so many great ways to use these free I Spy Christmas printables.
• Add them to a Christmas party activity table
• Offer them as a quiet time activity when kids need a break
• Include them in a holiday themed morning work folder for first grade or second grade
• Use the black and white versions for a fun coloring activity
• Keep them in the car for long drives
• Pair them with a Christmas bingo game or other holiday printables for even more fun
These would also be a great activity to have available if you host Thanksgiving dinner and want to keep little ones occupied during cooking time. They are simple, fun, and require no prep.
If you are ready to start the holiday fun, scroll down to grab your free download. This great activity will bring so much fun to your home or classroom and help you celebrate your favorite holiday with ease.
Why Kids Love These I Spy Worksheets
One reason kids love this Christmas activity is because it feels like a hidden treasure hunt. They get excited trying to spot all the candy canes or count how many Christmas trees they can find. Younger children love the bright colors on the full color sheets. Big kids enjoy the challenge of the more detailed versions.
These worksheets also work well with occupational therapy goals. They encourage scanning, attention to detail, eye hand coordination, and fine motor skills. Teachers and OTs often use I Spy activities for these exact reasons, and adding a Christmas theme makes them even more engaging.
Other Free Christmas Activities from Mom Envy
Mom Envy has over 300 free files to download and enjoy if you join the free Mom Envy Email Club. There are many more Christmas activities and printables for you to download and use. Sign up below using your email address to gain access to all the freebies.
- Free Christmas Gift Tags for Simple Gifts (best for teachers, neighbors, friends, etc)
- Free Gift Tags from Santa
- Free Printable Scavenger Hunt Clues
- Free Christmas Bingo
- Free Christmas Word Unscramble
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