When Every Class Is Watching Movies (and Your Kids Are Falling Asleep), You Need Easy Religious Christmas Games!
Do you need religious Christmas games?
You know the week.
The one where backpacks are lighter, attention spans are shorter, and somehow every classroom door you pass has a Christmas movie playing.
Your students come in buzzing with energy… or completely zoned out.
Half of them ask,
“Are we doing anything today?”
The other half already has their head on the desk.
And you’re standing there thinking:
I don’t want to just hit play. But I also don’t want to spend the entire class dealing with behaviors.
You still want learning to happen.
You still want faith to matter.
And you are very tired of hearing kids say the last days before Christmas break are a waste of time.
So what do you do?
The Goal: Keep Them Awake, Talking, and Still Learning
At this point in Advent, you don’t need:
- A brand-new unit
- A complicated craft
- Anything that requires cutting, gluing, or 20 minutes of directions
You need activities that work immediately.
Something that:
- Feels fun (so kids buy in)
- Still reinforces Advent and Christmas themes
- Keeps them participating instead of zoning out
- Gives students something positive to talk about.
That’s where these easy, last-minute Advent activities come in.
“Would You Rather?” — The Moment They Actually Look Up
You start class with a simple question:
Suddenly, heads pop up.
Kids sit up.
They start whispering.
Someone blurts out an answer before you even finish reading.
The Advent & Christmas Would You Rather Game turns those restless last days into real conversation—about kindness, generosity, waiting, and preparing our hearts for Jesus.
It doesn’t feel like a lesson.
But they’re thinking.
They’re explaining their choices.
They’re listening to each other.
And best of all?
No one is asleep.
With 35 ready-made questions (and an editable PowerPoint and PDF), you can:
- Use one question as a bell ringer
- Play for 2 minutes or 20 minutes
- Use more questions each day without kids getting bored
It’s perfect for those moments when you want engagement now.
Advent Bingo — Calm the Room Without Losing the Meaning
Some days, the energy is just… a lot.
That’s when Advent Bingo becomes your secret weapon.
You hand out the cards.
Explain the rules (quickly).
And suddenly the room gets quiet—but not bored quiet.
Students are listening closely for words like:
Mary. Joseph. Angels. Our Lady of Guadalupe. Saint Juan Diego.
They’re learning Advent and Christmas vocabulary without realizing it feels like review.
With 30 different Bingo cards, calling cards, and large display cards, it works beautifully for:
- Big groups
- Mixed abilities
- Party days when you still want structure
It’s fun. It’s focused. And it still reinforces the faith.
The Day You Let Them Act Instead of Wiggle
Then there are the days when sitting still is simply not happening.
So you let them stand up.
The Catholic Advent Skits turn that extra energy into something meaningful. These reader’s theater scripts let students be part of the story—from the Immaculate Conception to Our Lady of Guadalupe to the Nativity itself.
No memorizing.
No stress.
Just reading, acting, and learning together.
Every skit includes:
- Lots of roles (no one left out)
- Nametags for easy setup
- Follow-up coloring pages or word scrambles
- A graphic organizer to reinforce learning
Kids remember these stories because they lived them—even during the last week before break.
So When Kids Say “This Week Doesn’t Matter…”
You can smile.
Because they talked.
They listened.
They learned.
And…they stayed awake.
And Advent still meant something.
These activities don’t feel like busywork.
They don’t feel like filler.
They feel different—in the best way.
When every other class is watching movies, you’ll have students laughing, thinking, and actually engaging with their faith.
And honestly?
That’s a pretty great way to end Advent.
🎄 Make Christmas extra meaningful this year! 🎁
The Catholic Saints & The Eucharist Puzzle Book is packed with fun word games, brain teasers, and coloring pages all about 23 amazing saints who loved the Eucharist.
Perfect for kids who are learning about their faith—or already love it—this puzzle book is a faith-filled gift that’s fun, educational, and keeps them connected to God over the holidays.
📚 Available as a printed book on Amazon or a digital download. Great for stockings, quiet mornings, car rides, or cozy winter afternoons.
✨ Give a gift that’s fun, festive, and faith-filled this Christmas—grab your copy today!
Keep Your Kids Learning With Saint Reading Comprehension Workbooks!
Twelve Reading Comprehension Passages about Catholic Saints.
Every saint passage includes:
- A short, engaging story
- 10 multiple-choice questions
- 10 reflection/discussion prompts
- A word search for vocabulary practice and fun
They’re great for reading time, quiet mornings, long car rides, or even those “I’m bored” moments. You can order the workbooks from Amazon, or shop on TPT and print at home!
December Catholic Kids Bulletins
The FREE Printable Catholic Kids Bulletin worksheets match up to the weekly Mass readings in the Catholic Church. There are coloring pages that match the weekly Gospel reading. There are Mass activities throughout the month, as well as Psalm copy work and a word search. In addition, the order of the liturgy of the Mass along the top of each bulletin also helps kids follow along during Mass. Next, they can learn the order and structure of the Mass. Finally, a coloring page about a Catholic Saint teaches about Catholic History and saints. For example, these are terrific to teach at Mass, in addition to a pre-teaching activity to help prepare your students for the Sunday Mass.
Have you used Catholic Kids Bulletins before? If you have questions, check here to learn more.
December Catholic Kids Bulletin
Diciembre Boletín para Niños Católicos
- ✝️ Advent
- ✝️ Advent Wreath
- ✝️ Immaculate Conception
- ✝️ Saint Nicholas
- ✝️ Saint Juan Diego
- ✝️ Saint Francis Xavier
- ✝️ Saint Lucy
- ✝️ Christmas
- ✝️ Feast of the Holy Family
✨ Your kids will LOVE to learn about the Catholic Mass! ✨
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✨1. Full-Year Purchase
Save time and get the entire YEAR of Catholic Kids Bulletins in one easy download! This comprehensive resource includes both Spanish and English versions, covering every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation.
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✨ 3. Enjoy a FREE Download!
I created these bulletins as a new mom who couldn’t afford resources like this for my kiddos. So, these will always be free for anyone who needs them! Free downloads are made available a week or two before each new month begins.
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