Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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.


Paper Plate Garter Snake

Turn a paper plate into a moveable garter snake. This is a wonderful project to pair with a study of […]

Frankenstein Marshmallow Pops

Whip up a simple Halloween treat with the kids with this Frankenstein marshmallow pops recipe! Your little monsters will love […]

Autumn Leaf Cookies

Celebrate the beginning of fall with these beautiful and tasty leaf cookies. The autumn colors really help welcome the season.

Embroidery Hoop Suncatcher

These beautiful sun catchers are easy to make and a great way to display the colors of fall. They require […]

Starry Night Flashlight

Transform a regular flashlight into a starry night with a household flashlight and a scrap of vinyl in 20 minutes […]

Twirling Ghosts

Hang twirling paper ghosts from the ceiling as a fun and festive Halloween decoration. This easy project can be completed […]

Dinosaur Nightlight

Foster your child’s imagination by putting together a fabulous dinosaur nightlight. They can create whatever scene they want and rearrange […]

Floss Your Teeth

Craft a set of teeth to show children why it’s so important for them to brush and floss their teeth. […]

Egg Monster

This cute monster is made from a Styrofoam egg. It’s such a fun project for Halloween, with so much room […]

Tissue Paper Pumpkin

You won’t need sharp knives or candles to make this Halloween Pumpkin. Tissue paper, glue and imagination are all that […]

Yarn-Wrapped Blue Jay

Create a beautiful blue jay using yarn and other common craft materials. What a fun project to honor our feathered […]

Spooky Eyeball Treat Bag

Add construction paper spooky eyeballs to a plain black paper bag. It makes a great treat bag for Halloween. 

Cardboard Tube Robot

This cute little guy is made from cardboard tubes and a few other recycled items that can be found around […]

Frankenstein Pudding Cups

This Halloween make super easy and adorable Frankenstein monster pudding cups. They’re great for a Halloween party or a day […]

Fall Pipe Cleaner Finger Puppets

Use your imagination and some pipe cleaners to create these adorable finger puppets. These cute fall critters, including a scarecrow, […]

Paper Plate Cauldron

Let your creativity run wild filling this paper plate cauldron with everything you can imagine in a witch’s brew! This […]

Finger Paint Indian Corn

Children love to finger paint and this autumn craft is easy to make for all ages. This craft uses minimal […]

Kid Art Necklace

Transform kid drawings into a fun wearable necklace using Shrinky Dinks. This makes a great gift for Mom, Grandma, or […]

Friendly Flower Pot Spiders

These friendly spiders are made with empty flower pots. They’re perfect for Halloween or to accompany a rousing Itsy Bitsy […]

Homemade Bird Feeder

Don’t throw away those empty cardboard tubes! Turn them into homemade bird feeders. It’s simple to do and is a […]

V is for Vulture Craft

Learn more about vultures (and how they differ – or don’t! – from buzzards) with this cute craft. Make yours […]

Paper Plate Hedgehog

Turn a paper plate and dried leaves into the cutest hedgehog ever. This is a great craft to do after […]

Decorated Donuts

Use candies, nuts, dried fruit, and other edible items to give donuts tons of personality! Each decorated donut is as […]

Candy Apple Treats

These cute apple treats are budget friendly and super easy to make. They’re fun as back-to-school party favors or to […]

Paper Plate Owl

Turn a plain paper plate into an adorable owl. This is a fun and easy project for kids of all […]

Silly Craft Stick Scarecrows

Gather your craft sticks, craft foam and other supplies to make these cute little silly scarecrows. This is a fun […]

Marshmallow Pumpkins

Celebrate fall with sweet pumpkin treats made from marshmallows and colored sugar. They are so easy to do. 

Apple Garland

Even the youngest of crafters can help create these cute contact paper apples. Put them together to make a pretty […]

Halloween Treat Cups

Celebrate Halloween with Frankenstein, Jack O’Lanterns, monsters, and eyes peeking out from the dark! These fun treat cups are a […]

Sewn Paper Footballs

This fun football craft gives little hands lots of fine motor practice as they sew with yarn. Give it a […]

Fuzzy Monster

This monster project is a great craft to make with construction paper and shredded colored paper. Monsters are great for […]

Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Footprint Unicorn

Trace your foot (or your shoe) and turn it into a colorful unicorn! This easy activity is a wonderful way […]

Paper Plate Sperm Whale

This paper plate sperm whale project features a fun dimensional element. Wiggle the plate and the whale appears to be […]

Candy Apple Quickies

Welcome fall with these colorful chocolate candy apples. They’re easy to make, with lots of room for creativity, and taste […]

Monster Gift Box

This cute monster-themed gift box is made from a cardboard tube. It is just the right size for holding small […]

Mason Jar Solar Light

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to dress up your outdoor space, make some mason jar solar […]

Dachshund Cupcakes

Have a bow wow wonderful good time eating these delicious chocolate dachshund cupcakes. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for dessert […]

Marbled Pottery Painting

This is a new take on the “drip-painting” trend. Let the kids get involved and the result is a gorgeous, […]

Craft Stick Watermelon

Watermelon and summertime go hand in hand. Here’s a cute summertime watermelon-themed sign you and your kids will love!

Oobleck

Keep the kids entertained and learning with Oobleck. It is like slime, but it’s both a solid and a liquid. […]

Easy Dragonfly Craft

This easy dragonfly bug craft is perfect for even the youngest of crafters. It’s simple, and kids will love flying […]

Watermelon Self Portrait

Create a summer-themed watermelon self portrait using construction paper. Personalize your hair and skin tone, match your hair style, add […]

Rapunzel’s Tower

Raid the recycling bin to create this fabulous tower for that beloved princess, Rapunzel. It will be a hit with […]

Faux Salad Craft

This faux salad is made from a paper plate, tissue paper, and construction paper and almost looks good enough to […]

Cardboard Tube Air Fresheners

Turn empty cardboard tubes into air fresheners that can be used in any room of the house. This simple project […]

Tie-Dye Cookies

Easily transform store-bought cookie dough into colorful “tie-dye” treats! Customize the colors for a holiday, use your school colors, or […]

Bouquet of Fingerprint Flowers

Fingerprint crafts make wonderful keepsakes, and they make beautiful decorations as well! Create a bouquet of colorful fingerprint flowers for […]

Monster Brownies

Make adorable monsters using brownies, frosting, cereal, pretzels, and your own creativity. This is an activity kids of all ages […]

Nutter Butter Acorns

These simple acorn cookies made with Nutter Butter cookies, chocolate, sprinkles and pretzels. Kids will really love making (and eating!) […]

Paper Plate Tree Frog

Turn a paper plate and pipe cleaners into an adorable tree frog! This easy project can be adapted for whatever […]

Cake Pop Corn Dogs

Create cake ball “hot dogs’ and dip them in peanut butter chips to make a fun treat for summer. Great […]

Popcorn Cupcakes

These adorable popcorn cupcakes are surprisingly easy to make. They’re the perfect treat for a movie-themed party or event!

Stained Glass Kite

Hang stained glass kites in the window to let the sun shine through them. Melt crayons in between wax paper […]

Craft Stick Photo Frame

Use craft sticks and thin cardboard to make a fabulous frame for a special photo. This is a great gift […]