The Cut and Create Series supports children to develop fine motor skills, creativity, and imagination through hands on cutting and assembling activities. In this Christmas themed activity, children cut out the pieces and assemble them to create their own reindeer character.
 
This printable resource encourages creativity while supporting early scissor skills, hand eye coordination, and problem solving. The Christmas theme adds excitement and connection to seasonal celebrations while allowing children to engage in creative making.
 
Perfect for early learning settings, OOSH programs, classrooms, and home learning environments during the Christmas season.
 
Learning Focus
This activity supports children to:
develop fine motor skills through cutting and placing pieces
strengthen hand eye coordination
follow simple visual instructions
practise decision making through outfit selection
build confidence in completing a creative task
engage in open ended imaginative play
participate in seasonal creative experiences
 
What is Included
Christmas Reindeer template page
example visual guide 
 
How to Use This Resource
Print the template page.
Invite children to carefully cut out the pieces.
Children glue the pieces together to build the reindeer character.
Encourage children to personalise their creation using drawing materials or collage items.
Display the finished characters as part of a Christmas display or use them for imaginative play.
 
Educator Notes
This activity can be used during Christmas themed creative experiences, fine motor invitations, dramatic play, or small group learning.
 
Educators can extend learning by encouraging storytelling about Christmas celebrations, discussing festive clothing, or creating a shared Christmas display.
 
EYLF and MTOP Connections
This resource supports learning across multiple outcomes, including:
Learning Outcome 1 Children develop a strong sense of identity
Learning Outcome 3 Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Learning Outcome 4 Children are confident and involved learners
Learning Outcome 5 Children are effective communicators