Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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!

Coffee Filter Poppy

Coffee Filter Poppy Poppy flowers are bright red with a dark center, a beautiful contrast that makes for a lovely project! Make […]

Changing Faces Cardboard Tube Dolls

Happy…sad…mad… these cardboard tube dolls are perfect for teaching emotions to young children. The ability to change faces on these […]

Military Clothespin Airplanes

Show your support for our military by making these clothespin airplanes made to look like vintage war planes! Kids will […]

Xylophone Windchime

  Turn a child’s xylophone into an awesome windchime. Bright colors and beautiful tones make this a nice gift for […]

Flower Crown

Create a beautiful crown of flowers any girl will love. This hair accessory is perfect for a wedding, princess party, […]

Symmetry in Nature

Learn all about symmetry using natural objects. This is a great outdoor project for spring, summer or fall.

Egg Carton Flower Garden

Use paint and a few other simple supplies to turn an old egg carton in to a beautiful flower garden. […]

Paper Bag Puppets

Get creative with puppets made from paper bags and embellishments. This great project allows kids to make the puppets and […]

Tin Can Telephone

You remember the old tin can telephone game you played when you were a kid, don’t you? Your parents probably […]

Edible Finger Paints

Toddlers love to finger paint and with our edible homemade paints, you won’t have to worry about them sticking their […]

Wire Photo Holder

Make an inexpensive wire photo holder from scrap wood and floral wire. This easy photo display is a great gift for any […]

Mother’s Day Flower Art

Make a beautiful Mother’s Day flower art project with the kids! The tutorial includes a printable.

Wood and Wire Flowers

Use different shades of paint and some shaped wire to decorate bare wood flowers. Use the finished flowers as magnets, […]

Flower Brooch

This simple flower brooch makes a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma, or other special person in your life. It’s easy […]

Wooden Crate Parking Garage

Turn a wooden crate and cardboard tubes into a fabulous parking garage for Hot Wheels or Matchbox cars. Not only […]

Stenciled Planter

This easy-to-make stenciled planter looks so pretty on the front porch! It’s an easy gift that kids can make themselves […]

Mother’s Day Book

Create a book that Mom will treasure for years to come! This tutorial includes printable frames and fill-in prompts.

We Love You Photo Frame

This simple project is easy to do and makes a great gift. If you have photo paper at home, it […]

Clay Pendant Necklaces

These beautiful clay pendant necklaces so simple even little ones can make them.  They make a lovely handmade gift for […]

Mother’s Day Bud Vase

These pretty bud vases are made from PVC pipes, and old photos. This is a gift that Mom will treasure […]

Daisy Pins

Make Mom a friendly flower face pin to wear on her shirt or lapel. Silk flowers are turned into smiley […]

Newspaper Seedling Pots

Make seedling pots out of newspaper. Add a label and some fabric scraps and watch your seeds grow!

Pasta Heart Plate for Mom

Even the littlest of crafters can make one of these fun plates of love for Mom! All you need are a […]

Photo Pendants

You’re never too old to buy your mother a gift on Mother’s Day. Older teens will like making these photo […]

Lucky Ladybugs

Spring is here and ladybugs abound! Read on to see how to use stickers to make these colorful ladybugs.

Spring Watercolor Flowers

Paint napkins with watercolors to create pretty flowers for a beautiful centerpiece. Kids and adults will have fun painting the […]

Recycled CD Ladybugs

Cute ladybugs made from recycled CDs or DVDs and felt! A great summer craft, and fun as a group project […]

Strawberry Treat Cups

These cute little cups are perfect for a strawberry party or just to brighten the neighbors’ day. Fill the pretty […]

Oatmeal Container Drum

Turn an ordinary oatmeal container into a functional drum that doubles as a snack carrier! Felt helps control the sound, […]

Colorful Glue Suncatchers

Create beautiful and colorful suncatchers using white glue and food color. Fun for all ages and great to look at!

Pipe Cleaner Bubble Wands

Making your own bubble wands is really easy and so much fun! Experiment with different shapes and decorate the handles […]

Sea Glass Planter

Use sea glass that you’ve gathered or bought to make a pretty planter. It makes a wonderful gift for a […]

Felt Succulents

You don’t need a green thumb to keep these plants looking great year-round! These felt succulents are easy to do […]

Grass Heads

Great activity for Spring – grow grass heads, then give them a hair cut. Again and again. A great way […]

Raining Cloud

When it’s raining outside, spend the day inside creating your own rain clouds. A simple craft that uses everyday items […]

Boo Boo Bunnies

These adorable Boo Boo Bunnies are made from a washcloth and used to help heal “boo boos”. They would look […]

Rainbow Mobiles

Rainbow Mobile Decorate for St. Patrick’s Day by hanging these lucky rainbow mobiles around the house. This is an easy […]

Garden Bugs

These bright-eyed little bugs are an adorable way to mark veggies in the garden. This is a simple project that’s […]

Springtime Globe

Springtime Globe This project is a twist on the traditional snow globe. It features fabric flowers, plastic figures, and a […]

Watering Can Craft

Turn an empty milk jug into a fabulous watering can for kids to use in the garden or for outdoor […]

Jelly Bean Bracelets

Bracelets made from jelly beans make a fun Easter craft. Be sure to have plenty of extra jelly beans on […]

Springtime Baby Carrots

Add some pretty spring carrots to your Easter bunny displays this year. Made from yarn, these baby carrots will not […]

Paper Plate Bunny Banner

Pretty paper plates and crepe paper turn into a banner full of Easter bunnies in just a few simple steps. […]

Feather Chicks

A great craft for young children to decorate real eggs without breaking them! Check out our line up of adorable […]

Recycled CD Spring Lamb

This cute CD lamb is great for spring, Earth Day, Easter or just anytime your kids want a quick and […]

Easter Egg Sun Catcher

This is a great project for kids of all ages. They’ll love how the light shines through the colored tissue […]

Craft Stick Bunnies

Time for an Easter or springtime puppet show using these colorful craft stick bunny rabbits. Give them even more Easter […]

Foam Cup Sheep

This adorable craft project is kid friendly and super fast. Make this cute little lamb for spring or any time […]

Stained Glass Cross Cookies

Create gorgeous painted cross cookies inspired by stained glass. This treat is décor, dessert, and entertainment all in one!

Tissue Paper Easter Chicks

Fuzzy baby chicks popping up just in time for Easter! Little fingers will have fun scrunching up paper and sticking […]

Tissue Paper Carnations

Tissue Paper Carnations Learn how easy it is to make a bouquet of carnations to give to someone special. This […]

Plum Blossom Tree

  Plum Blossom Tree Make this pretty plum blossom tree craft to celebrate the coming spring. Plum blossoms are considered […]

Spring Scavenger Hunt

Keep the kids busy outdoors with this printable spring scavenger hunt. It’s great for hiking, camping, a nature walk, or […]

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap: In order to catch a leprechaun, you must have some bait to lure him in and […]

St. Patrick’s Day Activity Sheets

These fun St. Patrick’s Day printable activity sheets include all the iconic symbols of this holiday, like shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns, […]