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.


Marshmallow Edible Paint

Create tasty rainbows or any colorful treat you can dream up with this Marshmallow Edible Paint. It’s fun for crafters […]

Felt Caterpillar Card

Use felt to make a cute caterpillar card for someone special. This project would work just as well using construction paper […]

Pyramids at Sunset Project

Create an eye-catching mixed media representation of the Egyptian pyramids at sunset. Each is different and they are all beautiful.

Easy Whiskers Gift Bag

This cute whiskers gift bag is so easy and adds a fun touch to a present. Make it a black […]

Samples of Why We Love Dad

Turn colorful paint swatches into a booklet full of love for Dad. Younger children can draw pictures for him, while […]

Kaboom Kakes

Turn snack cakes into firecrackers to celebrate the 4th of July. They’re sure to add sparks to the celebration!

Groovy Peace Signs

This peace sign paper plate craft is easy enough for toddlers and fun for older kids, too. Each is different […]

Apple Pie Playdough

Make apples or other creations with this fun playdough, which is scented like apple pie. It leaves the house smelling […]

Gone Camping Craft

Use construction paper, printables, and a child’s photo to make a fun camping collage. It’s a great activity to do […]

Flag Magazine Mosaic

Create a patriotic decoration for the 4th of July using an old magazine or catalog. This easy craft takes some […]

Paper Plate Lemon Fan

Turn a paper plate into a lemon slice fan that looks cool while it cools you down! This easy craft […]

Paper Pie

Make a paper pie that looks almost good enough to eat. This is a great craft to make during the […]

Kid-Sized Pup Tents

Build a campground in your back yard and fill it with these easy-to-make pup tents. They’re sure to bring hours […]

Messages of Hope Craft

Decide what positive feelings you would like to share, and with just a few supplies, your family can create these […]

Hot Air Balloon Art

Introduce the concept of analogous colors and warm/cool colors with this beautiful hot air balloon project. Each is one-of-a-kind and […]

S’mores Starfish

These sweet S’mores Starfish are as fun to make as they are delicious! Serve them at a beach trip, during […]

Cardboard Tube Dog Marionette

Convert empty cardboard tubes into this clever dog puppet. This project is a fun activity that encourages imaginative play.

Paper Plate Hippo

Turn two paper plates into the cutest smiling hippo ever. It’s a fun project for kids interested in this amazing […]

Origami Parakeet

Simple enough for preschoolers to do, these folded paper parakeets introduces young crafters to the ancient craft of paper folding […]

Little Grass House

Using sponges and grass seed, grow a cool grass hut with very little work. It’s the perfect way to introduce […]

Pirate Ship

Make a fabulous pirate ship using recycled cardboard and paint. Your little pirates with play with their ship for hours […]

D-A-D Card

This Father’s Day, spell it out for Dad to let him know just how much you love him. Homemade cards […]

Handprint Peacocks

Watch handprints turn into lovely strutting peacocks. With a little help, this project is easy enough for even the smallest […]

Birthday Cake Marshmallow Pops

Serve these adorable marshmallow pops at your next birthday celebration! They transport really well and are very easy to make […]

Most Valuable Dad

Here’s a special Father’s Day gift for Dad if he’s a sports nut. Create a keepsake he’ll love by turning […]

Avocado Sailboat

Use the skin of an avocado to make a sailboat that really floats. What a clever idea!

Paper Plate Fans

Turn paper plates into colorful fans that will keep you cool during the hot days of summer. It couldn’t be […]

Family Footprint Stool

Turn a plain wooden step stool into a precious family keepsake. It’s something you’ll cherish for years to come. 

Graham Cracker Flag Dessert

Kids will love creating this fun and tasty flag dessert.  It pulls apart for easy serving and is perfect for […]

Fish Wind Chime

Turn painted plastic eggs and a plastic soda bottle into a cute fish-shaped wind chime.  It’s inexpensive, fun, and a […]

Found Item Stamped Frame

This wood frame is stamped with four items virtually everyone has in their homes. Can you guess what they are? […]

Patriotic Stained Glass Window Craft

Create patriotic faux stained glass with contact paper, construction paper, and tissue paper. It looks beautiful with the light streaming […]

Paper Plate Swan

Make a cute swan using a paper plate and feathers. It’s a great project for toddlers and preschoolers.

Candy Land Cake

A classic game inspired this fabulous Candy Land cake. Filled with all of their candy favorites, kids of all ages […]

Twig and Cereal Craft

This simple craft combines nature elements and food art. It’s a fun project that will really stretch your creativity!

Farm Animal Cow Craft

This friendly cow is a fun craft for little hands. It provides great practice using paints, scissors, and glue.

Sunny Sweet Rolls

Paint an orange juice glazed sunshine on a plate and top it with a caramel sweet roll to brighten someone’s […]

Woven Tissue Paper Suncatcher

Make a beautiful suncatcher using a cardboard tube and stamped tissue paper. It’s a great way to reuse items from […]

Button Topiary

Use buttons and a few other supplies to create cute topiaries that will last forever. It’s a fun gift for […]

Simple Solar System Model

Learn how to make a very simple solar system model using readily available materials. You can use it to give […]

Kiddie Car Wash

Kids will love washing their cars and bikes, as well as themselves, in this cool kiddie car wash! Read on […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cake

This watermelon cake is made of ice cream, cookies and cake. It’s such a refreshing treat for any summer occasion. 

Colorful Flower Suncatcher

These easy and colorful flower suncatchers are lots of fun to make. What a great way to preserve beautiful flowers […]

Paper Bag Peacock Puppet

Turn a paper bag into a colorful peacock puppet! Then use the completed puppet to put on your own puppet […]

Portrait of Daddy

Create a paper portrait of Daddy that any father would love to have. It’s easy, inexpensive, and so cute!

Weaving Rainbow Fish

This colorful fish is a fun way to introduce kids to weaving. All you need is construction paper.

Flashlight Storytime

Flashlights have long been a favorite “toy” to kids. Take storytime up a notch by making flashlight filters to create […]

Water Bottle Bubble Fun

Create big bubbles with a homemade blower made from a recycled plastic water bottle. This project makes bubbling blowing easier […]

Ice Cream Cone Sandwiches

What’s better than a delicious ice cream sandwich on a hot summer’s day? Making homemade ice cream sandwiches that look just like […]

Fun with Faces

Toddlers will love drawing on these friendly face that are perfect for practicing facial feature recognition. While they are giggling […]

Tie Dye Socks

These adorable socks and colorful and fun and even the little ones can get involved. Make enough for the whole […]