Things To Do For Winter Checklist Printable

Today for the first time since the beginning of the year I am wearing a sweater and that can only mean one thing, winter will be here before we know it! Winter is a time to light up the fire place, spend afternoons putting up decorations, and spend some time with our families! Recently, I created a fall bucket list printable for you guys and I wanted to make a Things to do for winter checklist as well! We have printed ours out and put in a picture frame to hang on our wall to help us remember to have some fun during the hectic holiday season.

Things To Do For Winter Checklist Printable

Things To Do For Winter Checklist Printable

Here is my things to do for Winter checklist:

winter-bucketlist

 

Click the image to enlarge and print this Things To Do For Winter Checklist 🙂

  • Make Snow Cream- Snow cream is one of my favorite recipes to make during winter and is sure to be a hit with the kids. Here is a great recipe for Snow Cream!
  • Give to Charity- Whether it’s money, time, donations, or food, make sure you take some time this holiday season to help others. Here is how we help others with our $100 story.
  • Snuggle- Baby it’s cold outside and it’s time to snuggle this winter season. Grab a blanket, a holiday movie, and some family and spend the night together!
  • Build a Snowman- Now we don’t usually get enough snow here in Tennessee to build a proper snowman but we still have fun trying. If you don’t get enough snow either, how about some snowman crafts instead?
  • Go Sledding- Sledding is fun for kids and adults alike and you don’t need much snow to do it, just a big hill! Here are 9 other snow day activities for you to check out!
  • Decorate- Decorating your home for the holidays is such a fun way to get in the spirit and is just fun! Last year I wrapped all of our doors like Christmas presents and everyone loved it!
  • Make Hot Chocolate- No winter season is complete without a great mug of hot chocolate. Here is a great recipe for crock pot hot chocolate!
  • Bake Cookies- Bake cookies for your friends, your family, or yourself! Make it a family event. Here is a great low calorie cookie option.
  • Shop- We all know a big part of winter is the holiday season which includes shopping for that perfect gift for friends and family. We are big Black Friday shoppers here and even made a free printable black friday checklist!
  • Listen to Holiday Tunes- I don’t know about you but I personally love Christmas music and we rock it from the day after thanksgiving until Christmas Day. Pick out some great tunes for your family here!
  • Go Ice skating-  I’m horrible as Ice Skating, but I still go every year because it’s fun and the family loves it!
  • Family Time- Speaking of family, don’t forget to spend as much time as possible with them during the holiday season, and every other time of year as well.
  • Trim the Tree- Our Christmas Tree goes up the day after thanksgiving and we have such a good time decorating it. We love to make our own ornaments too. Last year we made Snowman hand print ornaments, and glitter globe ornaments!
  • Look at the Lights- Every year we pick a night and grab some hot chocolate and our pjs and head out in the car to check out all the beautiful lights everyone has put on their homes.

What is your favorite winter tradition? 

100+ Fun Winter Activities for Kids

100+ Fun Winter Activities for Kids

Winter is a magical time filled with opportunities to create cherished memories. From playing in the snow to cozy indoor crafts, here are over 100 fun ideas to keep your kids entertained this winter season.

Outdoor Adventures

  1. Build a snowman and dress it up with hats and scarves.
  2. Create a snow fort or igloo.
  3. Have a snowball fight (set up safe zones!).
  4. Go sledding at a local hill.
  5. Make snow angels.
  6. Try snow painting with spray bottles filled with colored water.
  7. Go ice skating at a local rink or frozen pond.
  8. Take a winter nature walk and look for animal tracks.
  9. Build a snow maze in your yard.
  10. Play snow tag.
  11. Go on a winter scavenger hunt.
  12. Try cross-country skiing.
  13. Host a snow sculpture competition.
  14. Roast marshmallows over a backyard fire pit.
  15. Go winter birdwatching.
  16. Make a DIY sled using cardboard or other materials.
  17. Have a winter picnic with hot cocoa and warm blankets.
  18. Blow bubbles and watch them freeze.
  19. Catch snowflakes on black paper to examine their shapes.
  20. Try winter geocaching.

Creative Crafts

  1. Make paper snowflakes.
  2. Create winter-themed salt dough ornaments.
  3. Paint a snowy scene with watercolors.
  4. Build a gingerbread house.
  5. Craft pinecone bird feeders.
  6. Create a snow globe using a jar and glitter.
  7. Make popsicle stick sleds.
  8. Decorate cookies with winter designs.
  9. Design a holiday card for a friend or family member.
  10. Knit or crochet a simple scarf.
  11. Make a snowy sensory bin for younger kids.
  12. Create winter-themed playdough sculptures.
  13. Paint rocks to look like snowmen.
  14. Make homemade wrapping paper with potato stamps.
  15. Build an indoor snowman with cotton balls.
  16. Craft paper icicles to hang around the house.
  17. Design and decorate your own winter crown or tiara.
  18. Make a snowman out of marshmallows and pretzels.
  19. Create a festive garland with paper and string.
  20. Build a diorama of a winter wonderland.

Cozy Indoor Fun

  1. Host a movie marathon with winter classics.
  2. Have a hot chocolate bar with toppings.
  3. Read winter-themed storybooks.
  4. Build a blanket fort and pretend it’s an igloo.
  5. Play board games or puzzles as a family.
  6. Organize a winter-themed scavenger hunt inside.
  7. Bake winter treats like cookies or muffins.
  8. Learn a new card game.
  9. Host a family karaoke night with festive tunes.
  10. Play charades with a winter twist.
  11. Try indoor bowling with empty bottles.
  12. Have a pajama day with breakfast-for-dinner.
  13. Write a winter-themed story together.
  14. Plan a treasure hunt around the house.
  15. Decorate the house with DIY winter crafts.
  16. Try a new recipe and cook together.
  17. Play hide and seek in the dark with flashlights.
  18. Host a mini indoor picnic.
  19. Make shadow puppets and put on a show.
  20. Create a winter sensory bottle.

Educational Fun

  1. Learn about animals in winter and their hibernation habits.
  2. Conduct a science experiment with ice melting.
  3. Make a DIY weather station to track winter temperatures.
  4. Learn how snowflakes are formed.
  5. Try a simple winter-themed STEM project.
  6. Create a calendar of winter activities.
  7. Research winter holidays around the world.
  8. Write a winter poem or short story.
  9. Practice measuring snowfall and keeping a record.
  10. Learn to identify winter constellations.
  11. Make a timeline of famous winter events.
  12. Explore a virtual museum tour related to winter themes.
  13. Host a trivia game with winter facts.
  14. Practice baking math by measuring ingredients.
  15. Write and perform a winter play.
  16. Create a map of a winter wonderland.
  17. Make a list of winter survival tips for fun.
  18. Write letters to Santa or a winter character.
  19. Plan a pretend winter expedition.
  20. Learn how to make paper from recycled materials.

Physical Activities

  1. Have a dance party with winter-themed songs.
  2. Practice yoga poses for kids.
  3. Set up an indoor obstacle course.
  4. Do a winter-themed workout (pretend to ski, skate, etc.).
  5. Try a winter-themed freeze dance.
  6. Practice indoor hockey with soft balls.
  7. Have a mini snow shovel relay race (with plastic shovels).
  8. Make an ice rink for toys using a shallow pan of water.
  9. Have a winter-themed balloon volleyball game.
  10. Go bowling with water bottles as pins.

Acts of Kindness

  1. Donate winter clothes or toys to a local charity.
  2. Make cards for a nursing home or hospital.
  3. Bake treats for a neighbor.
  4. Shovel snow for someone who needs help.
  5. Help feed local birds with homemade bird feeders.
  6. Write thank-you notes to community helpers.
  7. Volunteer as a family at a food bank.
  8. Pack care kits for the homeless.
  9. Host a toy drive with friends and family.
  10. Create a kindness advent calendar.

Bonus Ideas

  1. Have a virtual playdate with friends.
  2. Create a family photo album of winter memories.
  3. Try a winter-themed escape room at home.
  4. Experiment with making snow cream (edible snow dessert).
  5. Write a winter bucket list and start checking things off.

This winter, turn chilly days into opportunities for creativity, adventure, and bonding. Bundle up and embrace the season with these fun activities for kids!

Outdoor winter snow toys

FUN WINTER OUTDOOR SNOW TOYS

snow toy kit

6 pc. Ultimate Snow Toys kit

Sensory snow bin

Snow Sensory Bin

Igloo Fort Block Form Snow Block Maker

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Snow Tubes Sleds for Sledding

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Snow Scooter

Foldable Snow Scooter

64 Inch Super Large Inflatable Spaceship Snow Sled

64 Inch Super Large Inflatable Spaceship Snow Sled 

Snowball Blaster Gun

Snowball Blaster Gun

Snowball Maker

Snowball Maker

Snowball Thrower Set

Snowball Thrower Set

Slippery Racer 5 in 1 Snowball Maker

Slippery Racer 5 in 1 Snowball Maker

Snow Strike Snowball Launcher

Snow Strike Snowball Launcher