Reindeer Crafts for Kids - Fireflies and Mud Pies

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If you’re looking for Reindeer Crafts for kids, this roundup features a variety of simple, engaging projects. Designed with teachers and caregivers in mind, these activities work well in classrooms, daycare, or at-home learning. Most of the crafts are easy, low-prep, and budget-friendly, making them practical for busy schedules. Use this roundup to find the perfect reindeer craft for your next holiday activity!

Collage of completed reindeer crafts including paper strip, popsicle stick, pine cone, clothespin, jar lid, and twig ornaments.

What You’ll Find Here

This roundup has a variety of simple, hands-on reindeer crafts for kids. You’ll find:

Paper Reindeer – Easy cutting and glueing projects.
Nature Crafts – Twigs, pine cone, and other natural materials for sensory fun.
Ornaments – Quick, low-prep holiday decorations.
Upcycled Projects – Use recycled items for festive crafts.
Classroom-Friendly Ideas – Perfect for groups or small activities.

Easy Reindeer Craft Ideas for Kids

These Christmas reindeer crafts keep kids engaged while supporting fine motor skills, hand–eye coordination, and imaginative thinking. Every project is low-prep and budget-friendly, making holiday crafting stress-free for teachers and caregivers.

Paper Strip Reindeer Craft

Kids will enjoy making this Paper Reindeer Craft using simple strips of paper. It’s a great way to practice cutting, folding, and patterning while boosting fine motor skills. This easy, low-prep activity is perfect for classrooms, daycare, or holiday crafting at home.

Get the tutorial: Paper Reindeer Craft

Completed paper strip reindeer craft with folded and arranged colored paper strips.

Jar Lid Reindeer Ornament

Turn a recycled peanut butter jar lid into a festive Jar Lid Reindeer Ornament! This easy craft is low-prep, budget-friendly, and perfect for holiday decorations. It’s a fun way for kids to practice creativity while making something they can hang or gift.

Find directions here: Jar Lid Reindeer Ornament

Festive reindeer ornament made from a recycled peanut butter jar lid with eyes, nose, and decorations.

Popsicle Stick Reindeer

Kids can create a cute Popsicle Stick Reindeer Ornament with just a few simple materials. This low-prep, budget-friendly craft is perfect for classrooms, daycare, or holiday fun at home. It’s a hands-on way to practice fine motor skills while making a festive decoration.

See how to make it: Popsicle Stick Reindeer

Finished popsicle stick reindeer ornament decorated with paint, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners.

Pine Cone Reindeer

Kids can turn a simple pine cone into a charming Pine Cone Reindeer. This easy, low-prep craft encourages creativity and fine motor skills while using natural materials. It’s perfect for classrooms, daycare, or holiday crafting at home!

Get the how-to: Pine Cone Reindeer Ornament

Pine cone reindeer decorated with googly eyes, pipe cleaner antlers, and a red nose.

Clothespin Reindeer Ornament

This Clothespin Reindeer Craft is a simple, hands-on project kids will love. Using clothespins and a few basic materials, it’s perfect for practicing fine motor skills and creativity. Low-prep and budget-friendly, it works well for classrooms, daycare, or holiday crafting at home.

View the instructions: Clothespin Reindeer Ornament

Clothespin transformed into a reindeer with felt and googly eyes.

What You’ll Need to Make These Crafts

Having these materials on hand will make it easy to create any of the reindeer crafts in this roundup:

FAQs

Here are some common questions teachers and caregivers have about these reindeer crafts, with helpful tips to make each project easier and more enjoyable.

Q: What age group are these reindeer crafts suitable for?
A: Most of these crafts work well for preschool through elementary-aged children, but some can be simplified or adapted for younger kids. Our crafts are also perfect for teens, adults, and seniors!

Q: Are these crafts messy?
A: Some involve paint or glue, so it’s a good idea to cover tables and have smocks or aprons ready, but most are low-mess and easy to clean up.

Q: How much prep time do these crafts take?
A: Many of these projects are low-prep and can be set up in 5–10 minutes, with most completed in 15–30 minutes.

Q: Can these crafts be done in a classroom setting?
A: Yes! Many are designed for small groups and classroom-friendly materials, making them perfect for teachers and caregivers.

Q: Can we use recycled materials?
A: Absolutely! Several crafts in this roundup use everyday items like jar lids, twigs, or scraps of paper, which makes them budget-friendly and eco-friendly.

More Reindeer Projects Kids Will Love

Looking for even more reindeer crafts? These additional projects are fun, easy, and sure to keep kids engaged and creative.

Twig Reindeer Ornament – Kids can arrange simple twigs into a festive reindeer shape, then add eyes, a nose, and decorations for a hands-on holiday craft.
Chocolate Reindeer Cookies – These fun, edible Reindeer Cookies let kids decorate with candy and icing while practicing creativity in the kitchen.

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Holiday craft collage featuring a variety of festive reindeer projects made from paper, popsicle sticks, pine cones, clothespins, jar lids, and twigs.