Play-Doh Advent Calendar for Kids 3+ — 24 Surprises, Cans & Mats

Play-Doh Advent Calendar: A Creative Christmas Countdown for Kids 3 and Up

Turn December days into a hands-on celebration with this Play-Doh Advent Calendar. Designed for little artists, the set packs daily prompts behind numbered doors, inviting curious hands to explore color, texture, and imaginative play. Each day unveils a new possibility, from a ready-to-use can of Play-Doh to a thoughtful surprise tool that widens the crafting options beyond the previous day.

What makes this calendar special is how it blends festive play with seasonal storytelling. Tear-off mats depict a snowy winter scene, featuring a snowman in one half and a gingerbread tableau in the other. Kids can use the Day 1–12 surprises to build the snowy scene, then transition to the gingerbread world with days 13–24. The end result is not just a collection of colors but a little backdrop for ideas and adventures that unfold day by day.

The set includes 24 one-ounce cans in cheerful colors, plus a single 2-ounce white Sparkle can to add shimmering accents. For a touch of planning, some surprises come with creation cards that offer themed prompts to keep crafting fresh and engaging during the countdown.

What’s inside and how it sparks creativity

• 24 perforated doors, each hiding a Play-Doh can and a surprise tool for a daily creative moment
• 24 one-ounce cans in classic colors plus a 2-ounce white Sparkle can for festive details (sparkle contains wheat)
• Tear-off playmats featuring snowman and gingerbread scenes to set the winter mood
• Creation cards offering ideas to jumpstart new crafts and seasonal storytelling

Play, learn, and imagine together

• Encourages color exploration and texture play as kids mix and match cans
• Supports fine motor skills through hands-on shaping and tool use
• Fosters imaginative scene-building with a snowy-and-gingerbread holiday backdrop
• Offers a reliable, non-toxic craft activity that can become a cherished family tradition

Ideal as a seasonal gift for 3-year-olds and older, this Advent Calendar invites ongoing creativity all season long. It’s a playful way to count down to the holidays while nurturing curiosity and a love for arts and crafts. Note: brand trademarks belong to Hasbro.