The holiday season is the perfect time to let kids’ creativity shine with fun and educational activities. One great way to combine learning and holiday cheer is through a persuasive writing project: Pick Me as Your Christmas Tree! In this activity, students take on the persona of a Christmas tree, crafting a convincing argument about why they should be chosen as the centerpiece of someone’s holiday decor.
This project is packed with fun ways to engage kids in creative writing while sprinkling in a little holiday magic. Using our free printable template, students can brainstorm their ideas on a web organizer before writing their final piece on beautifully designed pages.
How It Works
- Start with a Web Organizer:
Begin by using the provided simple template to brainstorm. Encourage kids to think about their “tree personality”—are they a fresh pre-cut Fraser fir, a southern cedar, or maybe a quirky green tree covered in pom poms and glitter glue? They can make their tree any way they’d like, they will be drawing their own design. - Design their Tree:
After brainstorming, kids can design and decorate their tree design. This can simple sketches of a christmas tree, adding drawings of little ornaments, adding stickers, or using glitter glue for added flair. Older kids will probably add a bit more detail but younger kids can still create an adorable tree. - Write Persuasively:
On the paper included in the free download, students write a persuasive argument. They can highlight their “best features,” like being the perfect height, having strong branches for little ornaments, or about how it will add a festive touch or smell to the living room.
What’s Included in the Free Printables?
Our free printables come with:
- A web for brainstorming and doodling.
- A blank page to design their Christmas tree.
- Writing paper for crafting the final piece.
- Use white paper or for a sturdier option, use card stock. Both work well with ink jet printers or laser printers.
Simply download the PDF file and print it at home or school. It’s easy peasy and low-mess!
Click to Download the Free Persuasive Tree Printables
Why This Activity Is So Much Fun
This fun craft doesn’t just spark creativity—it helps develop writing and fine motor skills, too. It’s also a great way to incorporate the holiday spirit into the classroom or at home. Kids will love imagining themselves as their own Christmas tree, adding personal touches with little ornaments or a piece of twine at the top of the tree.
Ready to Start?
Download your free printable template today and let your kids or students craft their best pitch! You’ll find the download link at the end of this post. Whether you’re working with young kids or older kids, this activity promises so much holiday fun and creativity.
Bring a little extra merry Christmas cheer to your classroom or home with this engaging writing project—and who knows, maybe your kids will use their imagination to pick their own tree at the tree farms next year!
Grab your free download below and enjoy this creative journey through the Christmas season!
Happy holidays and happy writing! 🎄
