Fun Family Crafts

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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!

Easy July 4th Centerpiece

Show your American spirit with this festive July 4th centerpiece. It takes practically no time at all and is a […]

General Cornwallis Costume

This General Cornwallis costume is fun for Halloween, a class presentation, or a historical reenactment. It can be easily adapted […]

Thumbprint Flowers

All you need to make these cute thumbprint flowers are blue and yellow paint, some paper and your own thumb! […]

Knotted Flower Hair Clip

Turn a long piece of colorful nylon cord into a beautiful flower hair clip when you master one simple knot. […]

4th of July Centerpiece

  This pretty Independence Day centerpiece features fireworks, flags, banners and pinwheels. Change out the message to use it for other […]

Denim Gift Wrapping

Denim print wrapping paper inspired this easy masculine gift wrap design. It’s perfect for birthdays, Father’s Day and many other […]

Beaded Mickey Headband

Make a cute beaded headband inspired by everyone’s favorite mouse! Use stiff felt, rhinestones and pearls to make this fast […]

Patriotic Straw Necklace

Turn paper straws into patriotic necklaces! It’s easy to do and they make great accessories for July 4th, Veteran’s Day […]

Wooden Bead Necklaces

Create these pretty wooden beaded necklaces using yarn you make yourself from old t-shirts. What a fun way to give new […]

Jump Ring Bracelet

Create a colorful bracelet using wooden beads and jump rings. It’s very easy to do and a good introduction to beading.

Father’s Day Book

Make Dad a custom father’s day book that he will love. The tutorial includes printable templates with 10 frames and fill-in prompts.

Stuffed Bunny

Make your own stuffed bunny using this easy sewing tutorial. Or, leave the ears off and create a cute stuffed snowman!

Floral Charm Bracelet

Make a cute charm bracelet using colorful wooden beads! This is great activity to introduce a child to jewelry making.

Necktie Picture Frame

This necktie picture frame makes a fun and frugal Father’s Day present. What a neat way to repurpose a tie!

Wooden Toy Car

Make Dad this cool wooden car for Father’s Day! It’s a fun introduction to woodworking.

Cupcake Stamp

Create your own cupcake stamp, then use it to decorate an apron, t-shirt or anything else. Older children can make […]

Two Minute Twisted Bracelets

These colorful twisted bracelets literally take only minutes to make. Kids will love creating these fast and easy accessories.

Shell Pendant Necklace

Turn a favorite shell into a pretty pendant necklace. It’s easy to do and a great way to remember a […]

Tie-Dyed T-Shirt Quilt

Make a tie-dyed t-shirt quilt as a summer kids’ craft. Then use the quilt for summer family picnics and beach […]

Minecraft Canvas Art

Decorate your Minecraft lover’s room with these fun Minecraft themed pieces of canvas art. There are directions to make the […]

Easy Chenille Rabbit

Make a fluffy rabbit using soft chenille stems. They’re easy to make and so cute!

Stenciled Hat

Protect yourself from the summer sun with this cute polka dot hat. Choose the paint colors to match your swimsuit […]

Foam Robot

Make a cute, personalized foam robot. It makes a fun party decoration or gift topper.

Happy Little Camper

Create an adorable little camper for summer fun. It’s made from foam and other basic craft materials.

Clay Flower Vase Necklace

These cute clay vase necklaces are so easy to make. When they’re done, just add water and real flowers for an […]

Tie-Dye Dish Towels

Tie-dye isn’t only for clothing! Make colorful tie-dyed kitchen towels for your family or to give as a gift.

Beaded Hair Bow

Make an adorable beaded hair accessory to wear on a special occasion or any time. This project is easy enough […]

Minecraft Canvas Paintings

Got a Minecraft fan in your life? Create these fun and simple Minecraft Canvas Paintings in no time with just […]

Homemade Slime

Cure summer boredom with homemade slime! Glue, water and borax give little hands a workout for hours of fun.

Thumb Printing

Turn your thumb prints into cute caterpillars, ants, or other creatures. It’s easy and fun, with so much room for […]

Wooden Spool Race Car

These wooden spool cars are very easy to make. To race them, just wind them up to make them go!

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 […]

Father’s Day Magnets

Dads will love this unique Father’s Day gift. These clay magnets tell what makes him so special!

Pet Treat Jar

Make a jar to hold pet treats that is just as cute as it is useful! This is a fun […]

Silver Fairy Pendant Necklace

Create an adorable wire-wrapped beaded silver fairy pendant necklace. This unique piece of jewelry is fun to make and wear.

Father’s Day Footprint Craft

Create an adorable Father’s Day keepsake for Dad using a child’s footprints as the background of a poem. Older children can […]

Driftwood Kite

Collect sticks and make this beautiful decorative driftwood kite. While it won’t fly in the wind, it looks fantastic ‘flying’ […]

Seashell Wreath

Make a pretty Seashell Wreath with supplies found at a dollar store. This easy craft is inexpensive and a fun […]

Paper Lantern

Decorate for an evening party or sleepover with this cool paper lantern. It’s a breeze to make if you have […]

Magnet Tiles

Kids will love turning their artwork into pretty tile magnets! It’s easy to do and the results are so pretty.

Fingerprint Olaf

Print your thumb, pinky, and pointer fingers to make Olaf from Frozen. It’s quick, super easy and totally adorable!

Hummingbird Mobile

Make a stunning hummingbird mobile with paper and water colors. It’s very easy to do using the included printable pattern.

Lace Cuff

Make a lace cuff bracelet that is custom-fitted to your arm. A parent will need to help younger children but […]

Father’s Day Cards

Follow the simple directions to create a special card for Dad or Grandpa this Father’s Day. The tutorial includes the steps […]

USA Flip Flops

These flip-flops are stylish, patriotic and so easy to make with ribbon and glue. They’re the perfect accessories for 4th […]

Flower Button Bouquet

Create a lovely bouquet (that will never wilt!) using buttons and beads. This fun craft is easy enough for beginning […]

Decorated Apron

Use inks, mists, stencils and other craft supplies to make a fun, kid-friendly apron. It’s a great project for kids who […]

Decorated Bobby Pins

Use enamel paint, colored gemstones and glue to make decorated bobby pins that match any outfit. These pretty accessories make a […]

Marbled Bowls

Use nail polish to create beautiful marbles bowls that make handmade gifts for mom, a teacher or another special someone. […]

Felt Cell Phone

Make a soft cell phone from felt with this tutorial. It’s fun for pretend play for younger children or as […]

Twine-Wrapped Containers

Wrap twine or yarn around shipping tubes or other cylinders to make cool containers to hold art materials or office […]

Accordion Card

Create a card that Mom or Grandma will cherish for years to come. This fun accordion card is easy to […]