The Cut and Create Series supports children to develop fine motor skills, creativity, and imagination through hands on cutting and creating activities. In this Christmas themed activity, children cut out clothing, accessories, and character pieces to dress their character in festive outfits.
 
This printable resource encourages creativity while supporting early scissor skills, hand eye coordination, and decision making through imaginative play. The Christmas theme adds excitement and connection to seasonal celebrations while allowing children to explore creativity in a meaningful way.
 
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 gluing
strengthen hand eye coordination
follow simple visual instructions
use creativity and imagination
build confidence in completing a task
engage in open ended creative play
 
What is Included
Printable Christmas Character pieces
example visual guide 
 
How to Use This Resource
Print the template pages.
Invite children to carefully cut out the pieces.
Children glue the pieces together to build the characters.
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