Create a super simple reindeer Christmas card and a herd of colourful 3D reindeer with these instructions and templates. You will need coloured paper, paint or pens and glue.
Making reindeer Christmas cards in class is a fun, creative activity that fosters festive spirit and encourages pupils to develop their artistic skills.
It’s a chance for children to personalise their cards, creating meaningful keepsakes for family or friends. This activity also supports fine motor skills, making it both educational and enjoyable.
Crafting Christmas cards helps to build excitement for the festive season while promoting a sense of joy and connection in the classroom.
Reindeer Christmas card
To make the reindeer Christmas card you first need to make a tall side-opening card. Photocopy the included reindeer head onto coloured paper. Score along the dotted line and fold the head over.
Attach the head to the front of the card and decorate however you wish.
3D reindeer
To make the 3D reindeers photocopy the included template onto coloured paper, cut out along the solid line and score the dotted lines. Cut a slit at the top of the head.
Choose contrasting colours for the antlers, nose and tail. Fold the scored lines on the neck into the body, creating a gusset. Glue the antlers to the ears and insert into the slit on the head.
Cut out two circles for the nose. Glue both circles and sandwich the head between them. Insert the tail at the back of the body and secure with glue.
Attach the bottom of the legs and add coloured paper for hoofs. Trim off any excess paper. Fold contrasting paper and shape to fit over the back of the body.
Attach the eyes to either side of the head with glue and decorate your reindeer as you wish.
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