Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Preschool Crafts

If your looking for crafts for preschoolers we have literally thousands of ideas for you! Be sure to bookmark this page because it's your one stop shop for preschool crafts.


Funny Faces Painted Jars

Create unique pots for plants using recycled jars. There’s so much room for creativity with this project!

Glittery Foam Monsters

Make cute little monsters using foam, pom poms, and pipe cleaners. Attach magnets to the back to hang them on […]

Library Bag

This tutorial shows how to make your child their very own library bag, a great way to encourage reading! Let […]

Clay Tea Light Holders

These pretty tea light holders are made with clay. It’s easy to do and the finished holders make a lovely gift […]

Fall Leaf Finger Puppets

Use cardboard tubes and either real or fake leaves to create these fun to play with finger puppets for fall.

Paper Plate Pumpkins

Looking for an easy and inexpensive Halloween craft, suitable for all ages? Paper Plate Pumpkins!

Pinecone Birds

Pinecones, chenille stems and craft foam make up this sweet, nature inspired bird crafts. Head out on a nature hike, […]

Apple Placemats

Use burlap and fabric paint to make place mats kids will love. The cheerful apples are wonderful for fall and […]

Cookie Scarecrows

Celebrate fall with these adorable Scarecrow Cookies! The tutorial uses store-bought oatmeal creme pies, but you can use peanut butter […]

Cardboard Tube Apple Core

Turn cardboard tubes and cupcake liners into these adorable apple cores! It’s a great accompaniment to a study of apples […]

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Turn a cardboard tube, walnut and acorn cap into these cute squirrels. It’s the perfect recycling craft for fall that […]

Candy Corn on the Cob

Make a fun and delicious Halloween treat- Candy Corn on the Cob! This would make a fun centerpiece or a […]

Fall Classroom Tree

This Fall Classroom Tree is perfect for a classroom, daycare or other group. If there are more children than this size tree can […]

Woodland Fairy Folk

Create the most adorable woodland fairy. What a great way to use those acorns and pine cones collected from the […]

Monster Handprint Puppets

These Halloween handprint puppets are easy and fun to make and kids will love coming up with their own silly […]

Cardboard Tube Book

Toddlers and preschoolers will have fun flipping through this homemade color book. Made from cardboard tubes and printed paper, these […]

Hooded Owl Towel

Whoooo doesn’t loves adorable hooded towels? Make this sweet owl in any color you like for your baby or toddler […]

Make Believe Salad

Does your child have a play kitchen or enjoy “cooking” along with you in the kitchen? Make a faux salad […]

Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These mini pumpkin bundt cakes are fun to make and so cute! They’re a perfect fall dessert that the kids […]

Cookie Monster Bark

You’re never too old to love Cookie Monster! This delicious (and adorable!) Cookie Monster Bark is fun for kids of […]

Halloween Paper Bags

Turn paper bags into adorable monsters for Halloween or a themed party. Encourage the kids to run wild with their […]

Paper Plate Storks

This clever stork is made with paper plates and plastic spoons. The detailed photos make it so easy to replicate.

Printable Fall Bucket List

This fall bucket list has 30 fun activities for kids and families for making the most of the fall season. […]

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Hand-Painted Fall Napkins

Create beautiful napkins for Thanksgiving or the entire season of autumn. It’s easy to adapt this project for any holiday […]

Fruit Cup Jack-o-Lantern Treats

These adorable jack-o-lantern fruit cups are a fun alternative to candy this Halloween. These are perfect for classroom parties or […]

Candy Corn Man

Turn black, orange and white construction paper into an adorable Candy Corn Man. It’s so easy, with lots of room […]

Splatter Paint Fall Trees

Celebrate autumn with this splatter paint fall tree project. It’s so much fun to do and every one is different!

Handprint Acorns

Turn your kids’ handprints into acorns. The kids will love this “hands-on” craft project!

Oreo Spider Bites

These tasty Oreo Spider Bites are made of delicious Oreo truffles, chocolate legs and candy eyes. These treats are great […]

Autumn Angel

Make this sweet autumn angel (or fairy!) with your child this afternoon. You can preserve real leaves or purchase silk […]

Spoon Puppets

These fun and easy Spoon Puppets will make for hours of creative play. They’re small enough to tuck into a […]

Shape Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made using basic shapes, including rectangles, circles, and triangles. It’s a great fall learning activity.

Jack-O Eggs and a Hunt

Who says eggs are just for Easter? Make and decorate Jack-O-Lantern Eggs then head out on a Halloween hunt in […]

Lacing Paper Plate Footballs

Paper plate footballs add fun and whimsy to any football themed party. This fun craft doubles as a take-home party […]

Paper Corn

This corn craft is fun and easy enough for the youngest of crafters. Perfect for summer or fall when you’re […]

Cereal Box Animals

These adorable cereal box animal puppets can walk, run, and sit! This is a super cute recycling craft the kids […]

Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves

Add a basket of beautifully Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves to your Thanksgiving dinner table. They’re really easy to do and […]

Glitter Felt Hairbows

Make darling glittered hair bows from felt in every color of the rainbow. They are easy to make and fun […]

Painting with Ice Cubes

This fun activity will keep the kids busy creating for hours! Just be sure to plan enough time to make […]

Sock Monsters

Don’t throw your odd socks away. Instead, transform them into monsters! This is a great project for young children, as […]

Candy Corn Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy chicken quesadillas look like candy corn, making them perfect for an easy dinner on Halloween night. They’re such […]

Paper Plate Washing Machine

Turn a paper plate into a washing machine with this clever craft. Fill the machine with seasonal or holiday clothes, […]

DIY Lego Head Can

Make your own Lego Head storage can from an upcycled corn starch can. It’s fun to create and great for […]

Pasta Salad Turtle

This turtle-shaped pasta salad is delicious, loaded with veggies, and completely customizable. It’s a healthy meal that kids will love.

Fluffy Construction Paper Owl

Torn pieces of brown construction paper look just like fluffy owl feathers. This fun project is great for developing motor […]

Sparkly Frog

Use styrofoam and paint and a few other supplies to make this super cute frog. Kids will love how it […]

Easy Candy Acorns

These cute and tasty candy acorns are easy enough for kids to make and sophisticated enough to decorate the Thanksgiving […]

Ball Maze

Transform a box and some cardboard tubes into an awesome ball maze! This is a great activity for predictions (will […]

Chalk Pastel Sunflowers

Create gorgeous sunflowers inspired by the artwork of Van Gogh. Even young artists can use the technique to make something […]

Paper Plate Scarecrow

Paper Plate Scarecrow Celebrate the coming of autumn with this adorable paper plate scarecrow. It’s easy to put together and […]

Koala Pancakes

Make breakfast special with koala pancakes! It’s really easy and kids will love making their own koala.

Burlap Apple Banner

Stamp actual apples on burlap to make this wonderful fall banner. Even the youngest of crafters can help!

Sight Word Parking Lot Game

Mix playing and learning while playing with your matchbox cars! A fun game for kids that encourages learning as well.