Questions to Ask Kids About Christmas
Fun and engaging questions to ask children about Christmas that spark their imagination, create magical moments, and help you connect with their holiday excitement.
1What's your favorite thing about Christmas?
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What's your favorite thing about Christmas?
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Why this works
Opens up their personal connection to the holiday and often leads to discussions about what brings them the most joy during this special time of year.
2What do you want to ask Santa for this year?
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What do you want to ask Santa for this year?
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Why this works
Unlocks their Christmas wishes and dreams, allowing them to share their excitement about gifts while revealing what they value and desire most.
3What's your favorite Christmas tradition in your family?
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What's your favorite Christmas tradition in your family?
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Why this works
Reveals their family customs and often leads to stories about special activities, foods, or rituals that make Christmas meaningful for them.
4If you could be any Christmas character, who would you be and why?
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If you could be any Christmas character, who would you be and why?
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Why this works
Sparks their imagination and creativity while revealing their personality and what aspects of Christmas they find most appealing or exciting.
5What's the best Christmas present you've ever received?
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What's the best Christmas present you've ever received?
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Why this works
Unlocks happy memories and often leads to stories about special gifts, experiences, or moments that made Christmas magical for them.
6What do you think Santa's workshop looks like?
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What do you think Santa's workshop looks like?
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Why this works
Encourages creative thinking and imagination while allowing them to share their vision of the magical world of Christmas.
7What's your favorite Christmas song and why do you like it?
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What's your favorite Christmas song and why do you like it?
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Why this works
Reveals their musical preferences and often leads to discussions about Christmas music, dancing, or singing that they enjoy.
8If you could give a present to anyone in the world, who would it be and what would you give them?
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If you could give a present to anyone in the world, who would it be and what would you give them?
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Why this works
Shows their caring nature and values while encouraging them to think about others and what would make someone else happy.
9What's your favorite Christmas food or treat?
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What's your favorite Christmas food or treat?
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Why this works
Opens up discussions about holiday foods and often leads to stories about family meals, baking, or special treats they look forward to.
10What do you think happens on Christmas Eve at your house?
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What do you think happens on Christmas Eve at your house?
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Why this works
Encourages them to share their family's Christmas Eve traditions and often leads to stories about preparations, excitement, or special activities.
11If you could decorate a Christmas tree any way you wanted, what would it look like?
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If you could decorate a Christmas tree any way you wanted, what would it look like?
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Why this works
Sparks creativity and allows them to share their vision for Christmas decorations while revealing their personal style and preferences.
12What's the most fun Christmas activity you've ever done?
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What's the most fun Christmas activity you've ever done?
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Why this works
Unlocks happy memories and often leads to stories about Christmas parties, activities, or experiences that brought them joy.
13What do you think Christmas means?
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What do you think Christmas means?
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Why this works
Reveals their understanding of the holiday's meaning and often leads to discussions about family, giving, love, or the spiritual aspects of Christmas.
14If you could spend Christmas anywhere in the world, where would you go?
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If you could spend Christmas anywhere in the world, where would you go?
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Why this works
Encourages imagination and often leads to discussions about different places, cultures, or dream destinations they'd like to visit.
15What's your favorite Christmas movie or story?
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What's your favorite Christmas movie or story?
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Why this works
Reveals their entertainment preferences and often leads to discussions about Christmas stories, characters, or movies they love.
16What do you think the reindeer do when they're not helping Santa?
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What do you think the reindeer do when they're not helping Santa?
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Why this works
Sparks imaginative thinking about Christmas characters and often leads to creative stories about the magical world of Christmas.
17What's the best part about Christmas morning?
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What's the best part about Christmas morning?
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Why this works
Focuses on the excitement of Christmas morning and often leads to discussions about waking up, seeing presents, or family traditions.
18If you could have any Christmas superpower, what would it be?
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If you could have any Christmas superpower, what would it be?
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Why this works
Encourages creative thinking and often leads to imaginative stories about magical abilities related to Christmas or helping others.
19What do you think makes Christmas special?
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What do you think makes Christmas special?
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Why this works
Reveals their values and understanding of what makes Christmas meaningful, often leading to discussions about family, love, or giving.
20What's your favorite Christmas memory?
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What's your favorite Christmas memory?
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Why this works
Unlocks their happiest Christmas experiences and often leads to stories about special moments, family time, or magical Christmas memories.
How to Connect with Kids During Christmas
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Best Practices
Get Down to Their Level
Sit or kneel so you're at eye level with the child. This makes them feel more comfortable and shows you're genuinely interested in what they have to say.
Show Enthusiasm and Wonder
Match their excitement about Christmas. Your genuine enthusiasm will encourage them to share more and feel more comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings.
Listen Actively
Give them your full attention and avoid distractions. Children can tell when you're not really listening, and it can make them feel unimportant or discouraged.
Encourage Their Imagination
Don't correct their creative answers or try to make them more 'realistic.' Their imaginative responses are often the most delightful and revealing parts of the conversation.
Question Sequences
The Christmas Dreams Sequence
The Family Traditions Sequence
Common Pitfalls
Don't Rush Their Answers
Children often need time to think and process questions. Avoid rushing them or finishing their sentences. Give them space to express themselves at their own pace.
Avoid Adult Expectations
Don't expect adult-level answers or try to make their responses more sophisticated. Their simple, honest answers are often the most charming and meaningful.
Don't Correct Their Beliefs
Respect their beliefs about Santa, Christmas magic, or other holiday elements. Don't try to 'educate' them out of their childhood wonder and imagination.
Avoid Overwhelming Them
Don't ask too many questions at once or make the conversation feel like an interrogation. Keep it natural and fun, allowing the conversation to flow naturally.