It took me a little while to notice this, but gnomes are a big deal right now. Now that I’m in the know, I wanted to pull together an awesome gnomie list of resources for moms and teachers. I’ve found all kinds of other goodies for you to create a fantastic week of gnom-ish fun for your kids or classroom during the month of December. To top it off, I’ve just published my beautiful new Christmas Gnomes Counting Book which you’ll find at the end of this post, and I couldn’t be more excited! You’re going to love these gnome activities for kids!
Related: Christmas Ornament Counting Book
But first…can I just share with you how much I’ve fallen in love with gnomes this year? I wasn’t sure about them at first and honestly thought they were just another fad, like the llamas. So I didn’t think much of them until one of my dear friends from back home started making them. And oh my goodness…I totally fell in love with them! I even got two of them from her for our Christmas decorations this year. Check out our Gnome inspired Christmas display in the trailer this year.
Can you see them? We have two – the Santa she made to match our “tree” and stockings that we already had picked out, and NOEL the elf (which I bought at the shop where she sells them). The “Noel” on the front matches the hat on our Santa, so it was perfect! I mean…aren’t they adorable?! My kids have added their bear, our singing Santa, the nutcracker one daughter painted and a reindeer.
What exactly are gnomes?
According to Wikipedia, a gnome is a mythological creature from the Renaissance, rumored to be a small humanoid that lives underground as part of the spirit world. When I think of gnomes, I think of the British comedy Gnomeo and Juliet, which was most embarrassingly the introduction of Shakespeare to several of my children. After I remembered the movie, I think of quirky and cute little statues and funny cartoons.
Another favorite movie of my children is the more recent, Sherlock Gnomes. My kids love mysteries and fun movies and this one fits both! Bringing back the characters from Gnomeo & Juliet, this fun cartoon adventure is full of laughs and mystery, which makes for a super great family movie night! I’d love to know in the comments – what do you think of when you hear the word “gnome”?
Gnome Crafts for Kids
Gnomes are very trendy and captivating right now, so it’s the perfect opportunity to have some fun during the month of December with a little crafting! Don’t be afraid to change up any of these gnome activities for kids to make them more “Christmasy”. Some are already straight-up Christmas, but some are more general gnome crafts that you can customize with Christmas papers, Christmas colors, or however you like.
Adorable Christmas Gnome Door Hanger from Our Crafty Mom
Make a Gnome Home for endless creative play from Fireflies and Mudpies.
Craft these Tiny Bead Sock Gnomes from Artsy Craftsy Mom
Christmas Gnome Ornaments would be the perfect gift for kids to make from Happy Hooligans
Engage your child in pretend play when you make this quick and easy gnome costume from Adventure in a Box.
Build a small world gnome play area to keep your little one playing for hours from Adventures and Play.
Have creative fun with this gnome paper roll craft from Ruffles and Rainboots
A sweet gnomes felt craft is the perfect way to spend a rainy afternoon from Sugar, Spice, and Glitter.
Use an old sock to make this super cute gnome from Crafty Little Gnome.
Beautiful pompom gnome ornaments from Lia Griffith
Recycled Gnome Home from Recycled Tea
Garden Gnome Craft Sticks from Skip to My Lou
Gnome Games for Kids
December is the month for games of all kinds at our house, and I was a little shocked at the number of gnome games available! From the free printable games to the homemade wooden game found on Amazon, I love this part of our list of gnome activities for kids.
Play Gnome Bowling with these fun bowling pins from Somewhat Simple
Try this Gnome Memory Game from Mod Podge Rocks Blog
Play this free printable Gnome board game from Ruffles and Rainboots
Popsicle Stick Snowman Gnomes from Glued to My Craft Blog
Gnomes at Night- A Cooperative Maze Game
Grandpa Beck’s Gnoming A Round Card GameGnomes vs Trolls Three Corner Strategy GameGame of Gnomes Card and Dice Matching Game for KidsShadows in the Forest Play in the Dark Board Game for KidsGnightly Gnomes – A Co-Operative Fantasy GameHandmade game gnomes in pots
Gnome Activities for Kids
For extra family bonding and laughter, try these gnome activities together.
Host a Gnome Scavenger Hunt with this idea from Quick Hunts.
Have your own Roaming Gnome around the house and take turns!
Read and enjoy these Gnome Puns together.
Gnome Treats for Kids
Nothing takes a theme or celebration over the top like a well-planned snack or treat. These fun gnome treats are the perfect capstone of your gnome activities.
Gnome Cupcakes from Confession of A Cookbook Queen
Easy Gnome Cupcakes from Cutefetti
Build a yummy treat with theses Gnome Donuts from Living Locurto
Gnome Rice Krispie Treat Snack from The Best Dessert Recipes
Bake these Gnome Cookies from Taste of Home
Check out the Gnome Cookies from the Gunny Sack
Gnome Books for Kids
Stories about gnomes have been around for a long time. These books about the magical, mythical creatures will inspire your child’s imagination and bring all the crafts, games, and activities to life because books tie it all together!
The Little Winter Book of GnomesNorbert the Winter Gnome
by Daniela DrescherGo BIG or Go Gnome!
(The Gnome Series)How to Grow Happiness (Jerome the Gnome)The Gnome in Your Home: A Tradition of Kindness
Gnome Toys for Kids
Finally, toys are an extra blessing to add to your gnome activities for kids. They aren’t strictly necessary, but who can resist this cuteness?
Christmas Norma GnomeBavarian Gnome CrayonsSanta Gnome Plush ToysTOOB – Gnome Family
What’s included in our printable pack
To add a kinesthetic element to our counting book, use stickers! Have your child place a sticker or counter on each gnome as they count it, to help them keep track, give them sensory feedback, and hands-on practice of one-to-one correspondence. Here’s what’s included in our Christmas Gnomes Counting Printable.
- Counting Pages 1-20, with a place to practice writing the number
- Ten-Square Pages for Numbers 1-20, asking your child to color the appropriate number of squares for each number (or use chart stickers.)
- Counting Activity for numbers 1-10, without the number provided, where your child needs to count and come up with the correct number
- Ten Writing Practice Pages for Numbers 1-10
Related: Christmas Scavenger Hunts for Family Fun
Download your Christmas Gnomes Counting Book today
Our Christmas Gnomes Counting Book features adorable gnomes to help your child learn counting to twenty, recognizing numbers and number words, and writing the numbers 1 – 10. This adorable pack is easy to print-and-go! You could even laminate the pages to use them over and over again!
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Annette lived many years as an exhausted wife of 1 and mother of 6. Grab your fuzzy blanket, pour your favorite drink, and browse through our encouraging tips, printables, and curriculum options. Read more about me and the ministry here at In All You Do
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We have been searching for ideas for our Gnome party. Thanks for the insiration.