The ultimate alternative advent calendars for your kids this Christmas
The festive season is fast approaching, and The Works is here to make the countdown to Christmas extra magical with its collection of kids’ advent calendars.
The Works is giving families the opportunity to swap the classic chocolate advent calendar for a countdown packed with toys, books, and festive surprises this December.
Whether you’re shopping for budding artists, mini makers or little bookworms, these calendars turn every morning into a moment of joy – with big smiles guaranteed right up to Christmas Eve.
Featuring some of children’s favourite characters and playful designs, here are The Works’ top picks for advent 2025. All products available nationwide.
Quack open a new surprise every day with this fun-filled Duck Advent Calendar. Behind each door hides a unique mini rubber duck in festive, quirky or themed designs – perfect for kids, collectors or anyone who loves a bit of bath-time fun.
A joyful countdown that’s guaranteed to make a splash this Christmas!
Fidget Toys Advent Calendar- £12.00
Open a door every day in the run-up to Christmas to discover a selection of 24 super satisfying toys. Each day reveals a new sensory toy, including squishy animals, pop-its, spinners, and more, perfect for kids and adults alike. Designed to reduce anxiety and improve focus, this calendar makes every day leading up to the holidays exciting and calming.
Gruffalo Advent Calendar – £10.00
Make December magical with this book advent calendar for kids, featuring 24 mini story, rhyme and activity books inspired by family favourites including The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale. Each day brings a new festive surprise to read, colour or sing along to – and when the countdown’s complete, the back covers form four special Christmas puzzle scenes.
Join Bluey and her family and friends in the lead up to Christmas with 24 fun mini books, including a special Christmas story for Christmas Eve! This exciting advent calendar includes 12 stories and 12 colouring books, so every day is an adventure with Bluey.
Sticker Dolly Dressing Advent – £10.00
Countdown to Christmas with the magical world of Sticker Dolly Dressing!
Open each window in this magical advent calendar to discover a story or activity book hidden behind it. There are 12 magical Sticker Dolly Story books featuring fairies, mermaids and unicorns, and 12 little activity books, including drawing, doodling, puzzles and three sticker books.
The Christmas Advent Collection: 24 Kids Picture Books Bundle – £24.00
Snuggle up each night and unwrap a new Christmas tale from Santa and his elves to the Magical Snowman and Brave Little Penguin. Every book is packed with festive fun, wonder and warmth to countdown to the big day. Online only.