50 Random Acts of Kindness for Christmas for Kids

Discover the joy of giving with our guide on Random Acts of Kindness for Christmas. From leaving a surprise in the mailbox for your mailman, to donating to charities, or baking cookies for your neighbors, there are countless ways to spread holiday cheer in small ways. Make this Christmas more meaningful by creating unforgettable memories and making a difference in someone’s life with a simple act of kindness. Also, don’t miss our Free Random Acts of Kindness Advent Calendar printable pack.

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Spread Joy with Small Acts of Kindness

Performing random acts of kindness during Christmas is essential for families and here’s why:

1. Promotes Family Bonding: Participating in acts of kindness as a family can bring everyone closer together. It’s a fun and meaningful way to create lasting memories.
2. Teaches Empathy and Compassion: It helps kids of all ages understand the importance of empathy and compassion. They learn to consider the needs and feelings of others, fostering a sense of social responsibility.
3. Instills the Spirit of Giving: The holiday season is often associated with receiving gifts, but it’s equally important to learn about the joy of giving. Random acts of kindness can help children understand that giving can be just as fulfilling as receiving.
4. Encourages Gratitude: It can help everyone in the family appreciate what they have and feel grateful. This can lead to increased happiness and satisfaction.
5. Spreads Joy and Positivity: Small acts of kindness can have a big impact. They can brighten someone’s day, spread cheer, and make the holiday season more joyful for others in your community.
6. Health Benefits: Engaging in acts of kindness has been linked to health benefits such as lower blood pressure, thanks to the release of oxytocin, also known as the ‘love hormone’.

Random Acts of Kindness for Christmas

Spreading kindness is always a good idea but even more important during Christmas time. The whole family can get invovled. Here are a few small acts of kindness:

1. Donate to a local food bank.
2. Pay for someone’s coffee.
3. Be a “Secret Santa” for a family in need.
4. Make holiday treats and drop them off at the police station or a local fire station.
5. Bake Cookies for Elderly Neighbors: Kids can assist in baking and delivering the treats.
6. Make cards for a nursing home.
7. Donate toys to a toy drive – Kids can go through their toys and donate the ones they don’t play with anymore to charity or a local children’s hospital.
8. Compliment a stranger.
9. Leave quarters on a laundry mat.
10. Hand out scarves and mittens on a cold day.
11. Let someone go ahead of you in line.
12. Put change in a row of vending machines.
13. Offer to return someone’s shopping cart.
14. Donate pet supplies to an animal shelter.
15. Leave a little gift for your mail carrier or delivery drivers.
16. Bring coffee or hot chocolate to someone working outside.
17. Pick up litter.
18. Help a neighbor with a chore or yard work.
19. Hold the door open for someone.
20. Hand out kindness notes or make kindness rocks to scatter around the park.
21. Support a local small business.
22. Leave out water and food for the birds.
23. Leave a waiter a generous tip.
24. Take coloring books and crayons to a Children’s Hospital.
25. Call and check on a friend or family member.

More random acts of kindness ideas to spread Christmas cheer

Don’t let this busy time of the year get in the way of a kind act. Here are a few more great ideas to spread kindness in the best way:

26. Volunteer Your Time: Spend a few hours volunteering at a local food bank, homeless shelter, or nursing home.
27. Be Kind to Yourself: Don’t forget about self-kindness – take time for self-care, rest, and doing things you love.
28. Create Care Packages: Assemble care packages with essential items and distribute them to people experiencing homelessness in your area.
29. Give Blood: If you’re able, donate blood to help those in need.
30. Hide Dollar Bills at the Dollar Store: An exciting surprise for someone to find while shopping.
31. Send a Small Surprise Gift: Send a small gift to a friend, teacher, or family member just to brighten their day.
32. Donate Food to a Local Pantry: Encourage your children to help choose non-perishable food items to donate.
33. Leave a Snack for the Mailman: A small token of appreciation for their hard work.
34. Shovel Snow or Rake Leaves for Neighbors: This can be a great help to neighbors, especially the elderly or those who have difficulty doing it themselves.
35. Sing to the Elderly: Visit a local senior center or nursing home and spread holiday cheer with songs.
36. Pay for Someone’s Layaway: An act that could significantly help a family during the holiday season.
37. Be a Secret Santa for a Family in Need: Help provide Christmas gifts for a family or child in need.
38. Make Penguin Kindness Rocks: Paint rocks with penguin designs and leave them in public places for people to find.
39. Put Together Coloring Books and Crayons: Donate these to a local hospital, shelter, or after-school program.
40. Pick Out Stuffed Animals to Donate to a Toy Drive: Let your children choose which toys to give to other kids.
41. Hand Out Compliment Cards: A sweet and simple way to brighten someone’s day.
42. Leave a Snack for the Mailman: A small token of appreciation for their hard work.
43. Give Up Your Spot in Line: Teach your kids about patience and consideration by letting someone else go ahead in line.
44. Create and Distribute Homemade Ornaments: Kids can make their own holiday ornaments and distribute them to neighbors, friends, or even strangers on the street
45. Make a Bird Feeder: Help your children make a simple bird feeder and hang it outside. It’s a kind act towards nature and helps kids learn about birds and their feeding habits.
46. Write Thank You Notes for Teachers: Encourage your children to write personalized thank you notes for their teachers. This shows appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
47. Make Care Packages for Homeless People: Put together small care packages with essentials like socks, gloves, snacks, and hygiene items, and distribute them to homeless people in your area.
48. Decorate a Neighbor’s Door: With permission, decorate a neighbor’s door with holiday cheer. This could be especially appreciated by elderly neighbors or those who may not be able to decorate themselves.
49. Gift a Book to a Friend: If your child has a book they love, consider buying a new copy and gifting it to a friend. Include a note about why they love the book.
50. Donate a Comfort Item to a Children’s Hospital: Encourage your children to choose a new comfort item, like a soft blanket or a stuffed animal, to donate to a local children’s hospital. This can provide comfort and joy to a child going through a difficult time.

Remember, even small acts of kindness can make a big impact and help young kids understand the true spirit of Christmas. A little kindness goes a long way!

NEW Random Acts of Christmas Kindness Countdown Calendar printable

This printable bundle includes two calendars. The first one includes 25 Christmas random acts of kindness while the other is blank. Encourage your kids to create their acts of kindness for the holiday season.

Blank Christmas Countdown Calendar

There’s another way to play! Use the blank random acts of kindness Christmas calendar to create your own acts of kindness. This is great if you want to make individual calendars for different children or you want your children to be more involved.

Activity Prep

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Supplies

• Cardstock paper or paper
• Marker or stickers
• Optional: Laminator to laminate the paper for more durability.

How to use this Christmas calendar

Simply mark out each act of kindness as you complete them by using a sticker or marker to indicate it’s completed.

More Christmas Games

• Christmas Countdown – How many Christmas movies can you watch before Christmas arrives?
• Christmas Scavenger Hunt – Hunt down and find fun holiday items.
• You’ve Been Elfed – Same gifting concept without the stockings.
• Christmas Gift Exchange Game – A different way to exchange gifts with others.
• Best Christmas Countdown Ideas for Kids

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