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School Age Crafts & Activities for Kids

We've collected almost 10,000 school age appropriate crafts and activities for kids! Seasonal, holiday, special days, any kind of activity you can think of for elementary aged kids!

Super Giant Bubbles Kit

Kids of all ages will love making these super giant bubbles! The tutorial has instructions for an easy-to-make kit that […]

Outer Space Picture

Use watercolor paints and a splatter effect to create this fun piece of art inspired by outer space. Make it […]

Magazine Fashion Paper Dolls

Use catalogs, ads, and old magazines to create paper doll clothes. This gives a new fashion sense to playing with […]

Easy Homemade Envelopes

Learn how easy it is to make cute, unique envelopes using scrapbook paper, old magazines, or catalogs. Homemade envelopes add […]

Patriotic Biscuits

Use food coloring and foam stamps to decorate these patriotic biscuits. They’re perfect for any patriotic celebration. 

Sticker-Resist Marble Art Card

This clever twist on marble art lets you make colorful cards for birthdays or other occasions. It’s fun for all […]

Nutter Butter Puppy Pops

Chocolate dipped cookies decorated with floppy chocolate ears, candy eyes, and a cute nose make these sweet puppies perfect for […]

Marshmallow Ice Cream Cones

Celebrate a birthday or other special occasion with these adorable ice cream cone treats. Because they’re actually marshmallows, there’s no […]

Batik Style Prayer Flags

Make a gorgeous set of one-of-a-kind batik flags inspired by Tibetan prayer flags. It’s surprisingly easy to create flags that […]

Cardboard Tube Firefly

Turn a cardboard tube into a firefly! This fun project is a neat way to learn more about this very […]

Fireworks Painting

These fireworks projects are quick, easy and fun for all ages! It’s the perfect project for July 4th or anytime […]

Cookie Monster Freakshake

These Cookie Monster Freakshakes couldn’t be cuter. They’re so much fun to make and just as much fun to eat!

Finding Dory Gift Wrapping

Gifts are even more fun when the wrapping is part of the theme! Replace the bow on a traditional present […]

Cereal Box and Newspaper Tree

Raid the recycling bin for cereal boxes and newspaper, then turn them into a beautiful tree. This fun craft costs […]

Hamburger Collage

Create a construction paper hamburger collage that’s stuffed full with all your favorite toppings. This craft is excellent for improving […]

Cardboard Tube Wonder Woman

Turn a cardboard tube into Wonder Woman! This cute superhero craft is a fun way to honor all the Wonder […]

Shoebox Train Craft

Turn empty shoeboxes into train that holds dolls or stuffed animals. Little ones will have a lot of fun pulling […]

Lime Slice Felt Coaster

Hand-stitch a cute lime slice felt coaster, then use it to serve the most delicious Brazilian Lemonade. It’s like summer […]

Edible Dessert Bowls

What’s more fun than a gorgeous and tasty dessert? Making and eating the bowl holding it!

Funny Face Paper Fans

When the weather heats up, stay cool with these funny face paper fans! Printables make it so easy. 

Frozen Watermelon Pops

As the weather heats up, these frozen watermelon treats really hit the spot! Pass on the sugary treats and serve […]

California Redwood Forest

Create your own crafty version of a beautiful California redwood forest. This is a wonderful way to learn about nature […]

Cardboard Tube Lion

Turn a cardboard tube into a lion using a clever technique. It’s easy to do and costs practically nothing.

Chocolate Shells

These edible sea shells have beautiful swirls of colored chocolate. They’re very easy to make and are the perfect addition to […]

Patriotic Star Suncatchers

These star suncatchers are a great way to decorate for any patriotic holiday, including the 4th of July, Memorial Day, […]

Clothespin Sunflower

Create a beautiful paper plate sunflower to match the ones that grow in summer and early fall. Kids will build […]

Cardboard Tube Jellyfish

This Cardboard Tube Jellyfish couldn’t be cuter! It’s a great craft to teach your kids about recycling and lots of […]

Baseball Cap Pinata Cookies

Treat your little sluggers with some personalized Baseball Cap Pinata Cookies after the big game. They’re just as fun to […]

Bald Eagle Magnet

Celebrate the United States by making this feathered patriotic magnet. The bald eagle represents strength, courage, and freedom.

Fingerprint Flower Pot

A fingerprint flower pot is a wonderful keepsake gift idea. Plant seeds or flowers in them to give to Mom, […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Make a colorful toucan using one paper plate and some paint. It’s easy to do and the results are beautiful!

Old Glory Pennant

  Old Glory Pennant Use a paper grocery bag to make this patriotic pennant to hang on your wall. This […]

Rice Krispie Treat Cactus

This tasty cactus is made with rice krispie treats and candy melts. Can you guess how to make the pretty […]

Craft Stick Beach Plaque

Gather the seashells you collected at the beach this summer and make this fun beach plaque. This is a great […]

Mixed Media Turtle

Use a variety of art techniques to make this stunning turtle project! This project requires quite a bit of drying […]

Flag Pizza

Celebrate the 4th or any occasion with this fun flag pizza! It’s easy to make, healthy, and delicious.

Cardboard Tube Pirate

Ahoy mateys! Gather your crew for a high seas craft project with this creative cardboard tube pirate craft. It’s an […]

Paper Bead Bracelets

Learn how fun and easy it is to make Paper Bead Jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Girls will love […]

Goldfish Bowl Night Light

Transform a dollar store vase and tissue paper into a cool night light for your room. No special tools or […]

Ice Cream Cone Pigs

Make pink bubble gum ice cream cone pigs using an easy four-ingredient ice cream recipe, with no machine needed! They […]

Beach Bingo Printables

Summer is here, and what better way to get outside with the family than spending time on a beach? Enjoy […]

Palm Tree Cupcake

These adorable palm tree cupcakes look difficult to make, but they’re surprisingly easy to do. They’re great for a summer […]

Handprint Peace Craft

This handprint collage symbolizes all of human kind striving for love and peace. It is a wonderful way to show […]

Black Light Party

Turn off the lights and watch the guests react when your birthday cake glows! This post has tons of ideas […]

Turtle Cupcakes

Kids of all ages will love these adorable turtle cupcakes! They are easy to make and so incredibly cute. 

Dad Rocks

Tell your dad that he rocks by making him Cookies ‘n Cream Fudge rocks for Father’s Day. What a yummy […]

Flowers in the Window Craft

This pretty window box flower craft uses aluminum foil in a clever way. Decorate it with your favorite colorful flowers.

Beaded T-Shirt Headbands

Don’t throw out those old t-shirts! With a pair or scissors and a handful of beads you can create your […]

Pirate Puppet

Create a craft stick pirate, then put on your own puppet show! This is a fun project for kids that […]

I Love Ewe, Dad

Dad will get a laugh on the play on words on his Father’s Day gift. Quick and easy to make, […]

Popcorn Sundae Cups

These delicious Popcorn Sundaes are made with marshmallows, popcorn, chocolate, and a gumball cherry. Not only do they look adorable […]

3D Goldfish Bowl

This craft foam fish and paper plate aquarium is a bright and cheery project that’s so fun to do. It’s […]

Minion S’mores Pops

These adorable Minion S’mores Pops are decorated with modeling chocolate. They taste as fun as they look!

Salt Dough Skunk

Use salt dough or clay to make these cute skunk sculptures. This project is a fun addition to a study […]

Punched Circle Paper Quilt

Create a beautiful paper quilt featuring circles quickly and easily using punches. This is a great way to play with […]