Grinch Activities: 15 Easy Ideas for Fantastic Holiday Fun
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These Grinch activities for kids are amazing ways to get ready for the holidays and more.
If you're planning a Christmas movie night or fun themes for a special celebration, these 15 activities featuring The Grinch (and friends) are delightful ideas. My boys and I have enjoyed these crafts, printables and treats as part of our Dr. Seuss and Christmas fun.
Get our top picks plus tips for using so you can boost your fun with this classic book and movie.
Related: Have more holiday-themed fun with these Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer activities!
Make Your Holiday Fun Mean A Little Bit More!
Getting ready for a fun watch party of Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas? Or maybe you'd like some creative and frugal ways to boost your holiday season with kids?
Well, these easy Grinch activities are awesome ideas for a whole bunch of Christmas fun!
As part of our Christmas homeschool fun this year, I thought it would be cool to have a Grinch theme with my boys. We'll be comparing and contrasting the book, classic show, and more modern versions of this Dr. Seuss tale.
My boys and I will be reading and watching the different versions. Then, I'll guide by boys through some fun activities for writing, art, kitchen skills (baking and cooking), and STEM. I'm not sure who's more excited - my boys or me!
As I gather my ideas and resources, I thought it would be a neat thing to share them with you. Please let me know what you'd add to this list!
Our Favorite Grinch Activities for Kids
I'm so excited to share these creative activities ideas for fun with The Grinch. These ideas are amazing for around Christmas and any time that you want to enjoy Dr. Seuss.
Grinch Christmas Crafts: Fun & Easy Activities (16 Free)
These Grinch Christmas crafts are fun and easy ways to enjoy hands-on holiday fun with kids. These printables featuring Grinch themes are perfect for quick activities that are mess-free and fun. Find out more about these Grinch crafts for kids and get your free set today!
Grinch Paper Plate Craft: How To Make & Ideas For Enjoying
This Grinch paper plate craft is an easy way to enjoy a creative activity for Dr. Seuss and holiday fun.
With only 3 supplies, your kids can create a super cute craft with a Grinch heart theme. It's a frugal way to bring the classic movie to life and get into the holiday spirit.
Easy Grinch Craft: How to Make This Cute Christmas Tree
This easy Grinch craft is a great way to enjoy a fun holiday activity with kids.
It only uses a few supplies and results in a super cute final product. When I've done this DIY project with my boys, we customized our Grinch Christmas trees to make delightful decorations and more.
Grinch Tissue Paper Craft For Kids [Free Template]
A few good crafts will help get kids more involved in The Grinch movie night. This Grinch tissue paper craft is easy to set up using the included template.
by Simple Everyday Mom
Grinch Craft Puppet
Here is another template craft that will let kids make a Grinch puppet to play with while they watch the movie. Print, cut out, and assemble them beforehand. Kids can help out with whichever steps they are able.
by Organized 31
Popsicle Stick Grinch Craft for Kids
Kids can make their own Grinch with this popsicle stick craft project. Have them work on depicting different emotions when they draw the face in.
by Hunny I'm Home
The Grinch Movie Printables
These Grinch movie printables will help you Grinchify your setup. You can customize popcorn holders or drinks, and there’s even a Grinch sign to put up.
by A Worthey Read
DIY Grinch Pipe Cleaner Christmas Tree
This decoration wraps the themes of the movie up. Make a Seuss-inspired Christmas tree in Grinch colors and add a red heart. All it takes is pipe cleaners and felt.
by Mommy Made That
Grinch Slime
Kids do tend to have trouble staying focused, so it’s good to have something on hand to keep them occupied. This homemade Grinch slime recipe is too cute, and they will love playing with it while watching the movie.
by Little Bins for Little Hands
Grinch Word Search Puzzle Free Printable
And for older kids, this Grinch-themed word search is just the thing. Grab the printable and have some printed and ready to go before you start The Grinch movie night.
by Laura Kelly
Grinch Fudge
Use this super-simple recipe to make delicious Grinch fudge. Add in some red heart sprinkles to recall that all-important scene where the Grinch has a complete change of heart toward the end.
by The Best ideas for Kids
Grinch Popcorn
Mix up a big batch of Grinch popcorn for everyone to snack on during the film. It features Grinch-green popcorn, with white marshmallows and red chocolate candies to reflect the color palette of old Grinchy Claus himself.
by Recipes from Popcorn
Grinch Cookies with Stained Glass Hearts
Another great movie night snack is these Grinch cookies with stained-glass hearts. They look so pretty, with actual transparent hearts baked right in.
by Happiness is Homemade
Slow Cooker Grinch Hot Cocoa
The Grinch is notoriously picky about his morning coffee, but maybe if he’d had some of this Grinch hot chocolate, his disposition would have improved sooner. Make this bright green chocolate beverage in the slow cooker ahead of time so it’s ready when needed.
by This Silly Girl's Kitchen
Grinch Dunkaroo Dip Recipe
This fun, tasty Grinch Dunkaroo dip is the perfect thing to put out while everyone is watching the movie. It’s versatile and easy to make, so it’s the ideal choice to finish out your movie night menu.
by Kelly's Thoughts On Things
Simple Ways to Extend Your Fun with The Grinch
There are SO many ways to keep your fun going with The Grinch and friends. I've discovered that books, games, and little accessories are great ways to boost our holiday activities - and I bet your students will love them, too!
Whoville Miser 12 Piece Playset Featuring Cindy Lou Who, Max and Other Whoville FiguresCreateOn Magna-Tiles Limited Edition Grinch Magnetic Building Toys from Dr. Seuss’ “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” Book, Educational Toys for Ages 3+, 19 PiecesThe GrinchHow the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Ultimate EditionHow the Grinch Stole Christmas! (Classic Seuss)Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Lost Christmas! (Classic Seuss)Grinch Sticker Book for Kids - Bundle with 300+ How The Grinch Stole Christmas Stickers with Puffy Stickers, More | Grinch Stickers for Ornaments, Crafts
Ideas for Using and Enjoying Your Grinch Activities
With these 15 simple and cute ideas for fun with the Grinch, you'll be ready to have a blast for your movie night or special event!
These suggestions are perfect for when you're planning a family night, hosting a party with friends, or enjoying a cozy evening at home. These crafts, activities, and food can definitely to make your watch party a fun-filled, festive, and memorable event. So, gather your supplies, get into the holiday spirit, and let the celebration begin!
🌟 What Grinch activities would you add to this list? Please share in the comments area at the bottom of this post!