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!

Real Leaf Table Runner

Make this striking (but easy!) table runner out of real leaves in just a few minutes, and for practically no […]

Easy Real Leaf Garland

Make this amazingly easy garland from fresh leaves. Perfect for anything from a kid’s birthday to an elegant wedding. Even […]

Lollipop Flower Cupcakes

Lollipop flowers sprout out of this cute cupcake. It’s easy enough for the youngest of children to make.

Art Party Invitation

Invite your friends to an art-themed party with this adorable crayon box invitation! Fun to make and a great way […]

Strawberry Butterfly Cupcakes

Make ordinary cupcakes special by adding strawberry butterflies on top. It’s so easy to do and adds such a beautiful […]

Olympic Ring Mugs

Whether you’re watching the actual Olympics or hosting your own Olympics-themed party, these mugs are perfect. For even more themed […]

Salt Dough Minifigs

Lego fans will love making and decorating their own minifigs out of salt dough! So much room for creativity! Allow […]

Chinese Ornamental Fan

Learn how to easily make and decorate a Chinese ornamental fan. A little paint and paper is all you need!

Kermit Finger Puppet

Make a felt finger puppet of Kermit the Frog! A fun craft for any Muppets fan.

Paper Heart Penguin

This adorable penguin will steal your heart. It’s easy to make and requires only construction paper, googly eyes, scissors and […]

Kermit the Frog I-Spy Bag

Follow the directions to make a Kermit the Frog I-Spy bag that is filled with green items. A great project […]

Lego Decorations

Turn 2×4’s and old lids into cool decorations that any Lego fan would love. Use them as paper weights, as […]

Stamping with Legos

Lego fans will love stamping with their favorite bricks to create a scene. Visit the tutorial to learn the secret […]

Hot Dog People

Make mealtime special with these adorable hot dog people. They are so easy to make and so much fun!

Lego Friendship Bracelets

These Lego friendship bracelets are sure to be a hit with kids. A fun gift for your children to make […]

Lego Earrings

Turn matching Lego bricks into adorable earrings. Extend the idea to make Lego necklaces, bracelets, and more.

Kermit Glasses

Don’t recycle those 3-D glasses yet! Turn them into silly Kermit the Frog glasses that will make you smile.

Kermit the Frog Accessories

Calling all Muppets fans! Craft up a Kermit the Frog neck bunting (collar/necklace) and needle-felt some Muppet eye barrettes for […]

Kermit the Frog Cup Cozy

Go green (like Kermit) with these reusable cup cozies. Instead of using a disposable cardboard liner for your drink, craft […]

Cookie Box Photo Booth

Create a photo booth from recycled Girl Scout cookie boxes and create some cookie booth magic.

Mustache Matching Game

Make a mustache matching game out of felt and magnets. A fun matching activity. Tie it into the Lorax and […]

Fox in Socks Sock Puppet

Make a sock puppet featuring Dr. Seuss’ beloved Fox in Socks. A fun project for Dr. Seuss Day (March 2) […]

Dr. Seuss Magnets

Make Dr. Seuss magnets as a fun matching game for an early reader. A perfect activity for Dr. Seuss Day […]

Olympic Flag Crafts

Get the kids into the Olympic spirit with these flag picks from different countries. Use as a garland or banner […]

DIY Lip Balm

Making lip balm is easier then you think! Free “You Dropped the Balm on Me, Valentine” printable!

Teddy Graham Valentine

Add a couple teddy grahams to chocolate drizzled marshmallows and you have a Valentine! Free Printable!

Love Pillows

Discover how to make cute love pillows that you can put up for Valentine’s Day and any other day after […]

Olympic Rings Pin

Show your team spirit and make this pin that you can wear while you watch the Olympic games.

Gelatin Birdseed Feeder

Make birdseed feeders for the birds around your home with 3 easy ingredients. No peanut butter! A safe alternative for […]

Valentine’s Day Fruits

Valentine’s day fruits with cute messages… fun to make with kids or surprise them by putting these adorable fruits in […]

I Dig You Valentine

Use gummy worms to tell someone special, “I Dig You!” A fun option for a classroom Valentine treat.

Hippo Valentine Box

The kids will love making this adorable hippo to hold all the Valentines they receive. It all starts with two […]

Cut + Fold Snowman

Make this easy cut and fold snowman with a free printable template. A great project for winter!

No Sew Superhero Capes

Every kid wants to be a superhero! This tutorial shows you how to make a sturdy superhero cape for your […]

DIY Colorforms

Do you remember Colorforms? You can make your own set with some scrapbook paper and magnetic sheets! Great for keeping […]

Glow in the Dark Stars

Kids love things that glow in the dark! Did you know that you can make your own glow in the […]

Newspaper Basket

Weave a surprisingly sturdy basket out of nothing but newspaper and a little bit of glue. A great project for […]

Hanging Heart Decoration

We had the kids crumple up tissue paper and glue to wooden heart shapes. We then hot glued grapevine to […]

My Snow Buddy Card

Create a Snow Buddy Card or Collage with this free printable created by a kid!

Candy Cane Flower Puzzle

A completely edible flower puzzle that kids can give each other on Valentine’s day! Lots of fun and easy to […]

Felt Minion

The minions from Despicable Me are a child favorite. Make a soft minion from felt with or for your kids!

Heart Cut-Out Pancakes

Create a special Valentine’s Day breakfast with your kiddos with this simple and fun heart cut-out pancake recipe.

Rope Horse Craft

Make horses with rope, wire and string. The wire lets them stand up and bend any way you want them […]

World Flag Banner

Celebrate the Olympics with a banner featuring flags from around the world. A great way to get kids interested in […]

Chihuly-Inspired Macchia

Teach your child about the beautiful glass art of Dale Chihuly with this simple Macchia (“spotted”) coffee filter project. Fun […]

Make Your Own Cork Stamps

We collected the cork from the wine bottles that we had during the holidays and turned them into cork stamps!

Valentine Jar Vase

Recycle a empty glass food jar to create a decorative Valentines Day vase and celebrate some love!