I just did a post highlighting some super cute advent calendars and others that would be easy to make yourself. I’ve been conjuring up an idea for a fun way to use them…and now, I’m ready to spill the beans. So, you will need an advent calendar for this…but, if you don’t have one and aren’t going to get one…you can make do without…Or just print this Christmas tree advent calendar from the blog. If you’re feeling ambitious, you can make this Matchbox tree advent calendar. I know it can be stressful putting together advent calendar activity ideas, so hopefully this helps make your holidays more enjoyable!

Here’s how it works, let’s do some math:
Advent Calendar Activity Ideas

Advent Calendar Activity Ideas:

- The Symbols of Christmas Game – Family Night Activity
- Kindness Christmas Stockings – A Christmas Tradition
- Christmas Trivia Quiz – Free Printable
Our picks for Advent Calendar activity ideas:
Paricon Flying Saucer Sled (3-Pack)Create-a-treat Gingerbread House Kit, 2.20 lb
Wilton 2104-1910 Mini Village Gingerbread
Hallmark Christmas Wrapping Paper, Santa Foil (Pack of 3, 60 sq. ft. ttl.)
Kraft Wrapping Paper Set – 6 Rolls – Multiple Patterns – 30
Hallmark Reversible Christmas Wrapping Paper Bundle, Plaid (Pack of 4, 125 sq. ft. ttl.)
Spot It! Holiday
Pin the NOSE on the SNOWMAN Christmas HOLIDAY Party Game with BLINDFOLD & INSTRUCTIONS
Uniqhia zy-Antler Ring Toss Game Two-Player Inflatable Reindeer Antler Ring Toss Game for Christmas Party,, Game Rules Included, 2 Antlers, 8 Rings
Santa Bingo Game – 18 Holiday Bingo Cards
A Christmas Story (1983)
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! / Horton Hears a Who!
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Christmas Cartoons: 14 Christmas Cartoon Classics – 2 Hours of Holiday Favorites
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (Special Edition)
Elf
The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition
Home Alone
The Sweet Smell of Christmas!!!
I love this book, and reminds me of my own childhood!!
Happy Happy Thanksgiving!!
xoxo Laura
Great ideas! Thanks for sharing. I’ve always wanted to do something like this, so this will be the year of starting that new tradition!
I am totally doing the Christmas book thing! My kids LOVE books, and we have tons…just not so many Holiday type books!
I’m so glad you mentioned the Jonathan Toomey book – that’s my new fave Christmas Story! Can’t get through the season without it anymore
Thanks so much for the book ideas. I already have several types of advent calendars going, but I am always looking for good Christmas-themed books. I just reserved all of these at the library…thanks!
thanks! I’ve been wanting to start a new tradition. I just might start this one!!!
LOVE the idea! My kids love books, so we will definitely be doing this one! Thanks cuz!!
Nice blog and thanks for the Suggestions for Christmas Books. I would love to buy one for my nephew.