 Here at PSAE, we love Arts Integration in the classroom.
Did you know that you can also blend arts activities into your winter break? The holiday season is the perfect time to gather as a family and create lasting memories through art. With a little creativity and a few supplies, you can infuse your home with festive charm and spend quality time together. Here are some fun, holiday-themed arts activities to brighten the season: 1. Holiday Themed Charades This is a favorite game in our house. Write simple holiday themed words or shapes on slips of paper for younger kids who may be working on reading skills. Write names of holiday oriented movies for older kids and adults. Take turns pulling slips of paper and acting out the words on the paper. Trust me, it’s truly a fun time watching your kids work through how to pantomime things like “snow” or “elf.” It’s also very fun to watch older family members act out the plot to “Home Alone!” 2. Gingerbread House Creations I see gingerbread kits everywhere around the holidays! We may not be the best at assembling complex cookie villages, but my boys love to use candy and icing. This year, we chose a simple kit – a “Tree-A-Saurus Rex.” Perfect for my dino-loving kiddos. Not only is this activity deliciously fun, but it also encourages creativity and teamwork. 3. Family Sing-Alongs You don’t have to play a musical instrument or be able to read music for a family sing-along to be fun! Enthusiasm and a fun attitude are what makes a family sing-along magical. Simply ask “Alexa” to play your favorite song, grab your kiddos, and dance like crazy. Use this stage trick from an old comedy performer, commitment to the bit is what will bring out the family fun. These holiday arts activities are more than just projects; they’re opportunities to bond, share laughs, and create memories. By dedicating time to creative fun, you’ll be building a collection of cherished family traditions to revisit year after year. What holiday-themed arts activities does your family enjoy? Share your ideas in the comments below!
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AuthorThis blog was compiled by Melody Powell with contributions from Chris Crabb and Katie Kerechanin. AuthorJenny Kabool has been the Executive Director of Palmetto State Arts Education since 2022. A life-long lover of all things theater, she has performed on stage in musicals, as a part of an improv team, and as a storyteller. She is mom to two awesome dino-loving boys. 
AuthorKayleigh Vaughn is the Director of Exhibitions and Programs at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage and serves as the treasurer for the Palmetto State Arts Education board. With a passion for South Carolina’s cultural history, she curates exhibits that celebrate the state’s diverse heritage and artistic traditions. 
AuthorChristopher Crabb is a Project Manager with ArtsNOW and serves on the board for PSAE (Palmetto State Arts Education). Over his 20-year career in public education, Chris has served as a dance educator, arts-integration instructional coach, arts grant manager, and district coordinator of performing and fine arts. He was the 2022 Arts Administrator of the Year (SC Art Education Association) and a Top 5 Finalist for Beaufort County District Teacher of the Year. 
AuthorKerrie Kish is the principal at Fairforest Elementary, PSAE’s 2023 STEAM School of Excellence. Before transitioning into administration 9 years ago, she taught visual arts for 11 years at the elementary and middle school levels. Mrs. Kish serves on PSAE’s Board of Directors and avidly supports learners and leaders through STEAM integration. 
AuthorMelody Powell is a 3rd grade teacher at Stone Academy, an arts integrated elementary school in Greenville County. Outside of the classroom, Melody serves on the board for PSAE (Palmetto State Arts Education), works with the ABC Institute as a part of the Teacher as Curator cohort, and is an active teaching partner with the SMARTarts program (a subsidiary of the Metropolitan Arts Council). 
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