Paper Strips Christmas Tree Ornament Craft

Christmas is right around the corner, and that means it’s time for Christmas ornament crafts and decorations! This paper strip christmas tree is such a fun, easy Christmas craft for toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and first grade children to make with scrap paper. Kids will love decorating your homes for the holiday season with these super cute construction paper christmas ornaments that are perfect for December.

paper strip christmas tree

Looking for a fun and engaging holiday activity for your little ones? This paper strip Christmas tree craft is the perfect solution! Not only is it an easy project that toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first graders can tackle, but it also makes use of scrap paper, turning waste into wonderful decorations.

Kids will absolutely love getting creative with construction paper, transforming simple strips into delightful mini trees that can brighten up your home for the holiday season. This craft is not just about assembling paper; it encourages fine motor skills as they cut, glue, and decorate their trees. Plus, it provides an opportunity for them to express their unique artistic flair through colors and embellishments.

What’s more, crafting together creates precious bonding moments. Imagine the joy on their faces as they hang their handmade ornaments around the house! This DIY project is not just an activity — it’s a way to spread holiday cheer and make memories that will last a lifetime.

To make the most out of this craft, gather some scrap paper in festive colors, scissors, glue, and any additional decorative elements like sequins or stickers. Set aside time for your Christmas crafting session, and let the creativity flow. The end result? A beautiful array of Christmas trees that your kids will be proud to display!

We have lots more christmas crafts and crafts for kids to choose from. Plus don’t miss free printable christms coloring pages, cute Christmas playdough mats, construction paper Christmas wreath craft, and easy christmas science experiment.

construction paper, scissors, markers, and glue

construction paper christmas ornaments

All you need to make this paper christmas tree ornament are a few simple materials you may already have laying around the house. It is a great way to recycle materials too! If not, a quick trip to your local Michaels or Hobby Lobby (or you can order from Amazon) will get you all set and ready to make these construction paper ornaments.

cardboard
marker
paper in Christmas colors and patterns
scissors
glue
ribbon
star stickers

cut paper strips to make this fun preschool craft for kids

construction paper ornaments for kids

To get this Christmas ornament craft ready, cut the colored and patterned paper into strips. These strips do not need to be perfect. Cut different widths for interest.

cut out a triangle out of cardboard to make this Christmas tree craft for kids

construction paper ornaments

Next, get the base of the ornament ready by cutting a triangle from cardboard. Thin cardboard (like from a cereal box) works well for this since it is easier to cut, yet sturdy enough for this purpose.

Start by drawing a triangle onto the cardboard. Cut the triangle out, and you will have the base to make the ornament.

Once the paper and cardboard is cut, it’s time to make the ornament!

glue strips of paper onto the triangle to make a cute Chrsitmas Craft for Kids

paper strip christmas tree craft

Next up in this preschool christmas craft is to spread glue onto the cardboard triangle base. Begin gluing the paper strips onto the cardboard, overlapping the strips a bit as you go.

Let the glue dry.