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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!

Pencil Holder for Teachers

Rinse and clean a can, then attach ribbon and crayons to make an adorable pencil holder. This would make a […]

Felt Strawberries

Make adorable strawberries from felt and seed beads. This fun sewing project is easy enough for beginners and the results […]

Sandpaper Sandcastle

Create the sandcastle of your dreams using sandpaper! It’s easy to do with tons of room for creativity.

Bottle Cap Lady Bug

This project is not only fun but is also a good way for kids to repurpose bottle caps that may […]

Apple Popcorn Balls

Such a fun way to give an apple to the teacher! A tasty treat of popcorn all wrapped up inside […]

Desktop Organizer

Desktop Organizer Kids can make this adorable desktop organizer to hold all their supplies! Cubbies on top hold glue, erasers, […]

Bear Pet Rock

Turn a rock into an adorable bear! A fun project for kids of all ages, but especially Cub Scouts earning […]

Rotini Noodle Sunflower

Create a dimensional sunflower craft using rotini noodles and pipe cleaners. It’s a fun project for young kids to try.

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 […]

Perler Bead Rubik’s Cube

This Rubik’s cube is totally tubular! It’s a fun challenge for kids who are ready to tackle 3-D Perler Bead […]

Cardboard Tube Opossum

Do you know the difference between an opossum and a possum? Find out and make this cute cardboard tube opossum.

Cookie Monster Rice Krispie Treats

Turn ordinary store-bought cereal treats into these adorable Cookie Monster Rice Krispie Treats for a Sesame Street themed birthday party […]

Egg Carton Apple Treat

Turn egg carton cups into a cute apple that holds a tasty surprise. What a fun way to give a […]

Foam Flip Flops

This fun and easy craft just screams summer! It’s a different take on a traditional footprint craft.

Paper Plate Jellyfish

Make an adorable jellyfish craft with paper plate, tissue paper and yarn. It’s a fun, multi-step project that kids will […]

Pac-Man Marshmallows

Turn marshmallows into adorable Pac-Man characters! It’s so easy to do and perfect for an 80’s themed party.

Chenille Critters

Make whimsical critters using beads and chenille stems. It’s easy to do and the possibilities for creativity are endless!

Driftwood Art

Remember great times at the beach with this Driftwood Art. It’s a wonderful project for the family to make together.

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

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

Giant Teacher Pencil

Turn an empty Pringles container into an awesome pencil-shaped gift for your teacher. Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week or back-to-school.

Salt Dough Football

Football season is a great time for making these fun magnets! They come in handy for keeping team rosters, schedules, […]

Printable Bingo Game

Stay sane on your next road trip! This printable bingo game costs hardly anything and will keep the kids busy […]

Watermelon Yogurt Pops

Make adorable watermelon yogurt pops using cone-shaped drinking cups.  This tasty treat is fun and easy to make.  The only hard […]

Van Gogh Sunflower

Make a stunning mixed-media piece, inspired by Van Gogh’s sunflowers. This project is not difficult, but requires multiple days of […]

Cardboard Tube Zebra

Raid the recycling bin for materials to make this adorable zebra. It’s fun and inexpensive to put together.

Mini Faux Ice Cream Cones

These easy, edible faux ice cream cones are as tasty as they are cute. These bite-sized snacks are fun for […]

Roll-Up Pencil Case

Create a roll-up pencil case to hold colored pencils, crayons, or markers for traveling. It’s an easy project and a […]

Seashell Door Hanging

This beautiful seashell door hanging is a great way to display your favorite shells. It’s a fun project for the […]

Paper Plate Gumball Machine

Make a cute gumball machine craft with a paper plate, a plastic plate, and pom poms. Use the provided template […]

Watercolor Island Scene

This island scene is made by painting the individual elements and layering them on the background. It’s a fun twist […]

Egg Carton School Bus

If you have little ones starting school this year, get them excited to ride the bus with this back-to-school school […]

Panda Jar

It only takes a few simple craft supplies to turn an empty jar into an adorable panda. Kids will love […]

Silly Face Applesauce Cups

Healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Add silly faces to applesauce cups to make a fun treat for your birthday […]

Butterfly Sun Catchers

These bright butterfly sun catchers get their vivid colors from recycled plastic packaging, clear glue and some water-based markers. This […]

Flower Pot Crab

A bright red crab dresses up any beach party and is lots of fun to make. It starts with a […]

Princess Leia Cupcake

Star Wars fan will love creating a Princess Leia cupcake. It’s easy to do, lots of fun, and tastes good […]

Summer Skies Jello Snack

Layered jello and whipped cream combine to replicate fair weather clouds on a sunny summer day. What a fun treat!

Pipe Cleaner Dog

With a few twists you can turn a pipe cleaner into a toy poodle, pug or other special dog.  All […]

Recycled School Bus

Don’t throw away your household items. Recycle and reuse them. Make a school bus with the kids. All you need […]

Oyster Cookie

Make these simple, no bake, delicious cookies that look like friendly oysters with pearls. Perfect for a mermaid or nautical […]

Paint Pour Rainbow Rocks

Paint pouring is all about experimenting and embracing the creative process! Give it a try with this beautiful rock project. […]

Lego Marble Maze

Make your own marble maze out of Lego bricks. It’s easy to do and so much fun!

Space Ship Pinata

Turn an ice cream cone pinata into a space ship at warp speed. Great for a birthday party.

Kix Caterpillars

Sure, you can have ants on a log. But wouldn’t you rather have adorable, smiling caterpillars crawling across your peanut […]

Baseball Pencil Topper

Turn a small paper mache ball into a cool baseball pencil topper! This makes a great craft or favor for […]

3D Bubble Wrap Printed Pineapple

Use bubble wrap and paint to print fun, tropical-colored pineapples. Any age or ability can make this simple, but lovely, […]

Tinker Creatures

Tinker around to build some cool and one-of-a-kind creatures! This project is a great way to use up any leftover craft […]

Emoji Piñata Gift Box

Piñatas are tons of fun for special occasions like birthdays, but they usually get whacked and thrown away. Instead, make […]

Sand-Filled Bottles

Take a bit of the beach home with you by crafting these cool sand-filled bottles. Kids will have fun making […]

Egg Carton Jellyfish

Kids will love making these adorable jellyfish! Choose whatever colors you like and make a whole smack of them!

Paper Plate Sun

Welcome summer with this fun and easy paper plate craft. Use your creativity to give your sun a unique personality!

Simple Gathered Skirt

This simple gathered skirt is an easy beginner sewing project. Make your own with your favorite fabric.