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!

Popsicle Stick Nativity

Create a simple Christmas Nativity scene with popsicle sticks. Add magnetic strips to the back so they stick on the […]

Tissue Box Nativity

Create a beautiful Nativity using a recycled tissue box. The best part is that the kids can play with this […]

Snowman Garland

This cute-as-can-be snowmen garland is sure to brighten any holiday room. These happy snowman faces are made by covering foam […]

Embroidery Hoop Snowman

Use an embroidery hoop to create an adorable smiling snowman. Hang it in the window for an extra dose of […]

Santa’s Belt Ornament

Use paint and glitter paper to make this easy and adorable Santa’s belt ornament. It looks so striking hanging on […]

Snowball Fight in a Bucket

If the weather isn’t cooperating for an outdoor snowball fight, make your own indoor version! No cold, wet, messy snow […]

Rhinestone Recycled Ornament

Don’t throw away those jar lids just yet! Save them to make these sparkly ornaments for your tree, inspired by […]

T-shirt Superhero Capes

You can make your kids some adorable superhero capes, by creatively cutting up old t-shirts!

Cupcake Ornament

Easy to make ornaments for the Christmas tree! Use styrofoam balls and tranform them into lovely cup cakes.

Modern Heart Cross Stitch

A free cross stitch pattern of a modern heart. This is a free design for everyone. Especially good for teaching […]

Santa Hat Wish List

Here’s a creative way for the kids to decorate their wish lists this year. A quick and easy craft that’s […]

Felt Christmas Tree Pin

Create the cutest little felt Christmas tree pin! Keep it simple or decorate it with star stitches, french knot berries, […]

Holiday S’mores Treat

This creative snack idea can be used for any of your winter holiday parties. Includes a FREE printable PDF file […]

Plastic Bottle Penguins

You’ll want to dig through your recycling bin to make these adorable penguins. A perfect project for winter.

Magazine Paper Rosettes

Learn how to make paper rosettes out of magazine pages. It’s a fun way to decorate a party. You can […]

Toadstool Ornament

This lovely little toadstool ornament is quick, easy, and the end result delivers big-time fun that the kids will love. […]

Owl Pillow Box

Dress up plain kraft pillow boxes as colorful owls. A great way to wrap a small gift.

Christmas Puzzle Wreath

Make a Christmas wreath from old puzzle pieces by painting them green, glueing them together and decorating them.

Icelandic “Leaf Bread” Ornament

This ornament is based on a traditional Iceland Christmas food, Laufabrauð or “Leaf Bread.” The beautiful salt-dough ornaments you make […]

Felt Apple Ornament

Make a simple felt apple ornament from Germany for your Christmas tree. Children with limited sewing experience may need some […]

I Heart Christmas Card

Make your own Christmas cards this holiday season. A step-by-step tutorial. I heart you this Christmas!

There’s a Peep in My Pocket

This craft was inspired by a Junie B Jones book. It’s involves simple sewing and lots of creative fun! It’s […]

Tissue Box Steamboat

Turn a tissue box into a paddle wheel steamboat! A great craft for when they are stuck at home with […]

Marshmallow Snowmen Treats

This marshmallow snowman is so cute and quite easy to make. A fun winter project for kids of all ages.

How to Draw the Grinch

Use this printable to learn how to draw one of the most beloved villains of all time – the Grinch. […]

Jingle Bell Toy

Make your own instruments with some sticks, fabric scraps, and jingle bells!

Clay Holiday Wreath

Create a holiday wreath ornament with clay and some buttons. A fun craft to make as a gift for grandparents.

Mickey Paper Snowflakes

Use the template to add a Disney twist to a winter classic. Best for older children with good scissor skills.

Minnie Mouse Ornament

This Minnie Mouse-inspired ornament is inexpensive, easy to make, and so cute. A fun gift to give to a Disney […]

Upcycled Rope Vase

A DIY upcycle! Take your old oatmeal container and create a roped vase. Perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving decor!

Pumpkin Snowman

If your pumpkins are still good after the fall holidays, change them into cute snowmen for the winter! Fun and […]

Button Ornament

This DIY Button Ornament is simple to make and costs very little; you probably have most of what you need […]

Decorated Felt Christmas Tree

Here’s a fun activity for kids that also makes a cute holiday decoration! These Christmas trees would make festive table […]

Christmas Keepsake Ornament

This ornament is not only cute, but provides a little snapshot of the child’s personality. A wonderful keepsake to look […]

Mason Jar Turkey

Make this easy turkey candy or nut jar, great for Thanksgiving napkin and utensil holders. A fun craft for the […]

Glittering Mockingjay Emblem

Hunger Games fans will love this fun mockingjay project that can be used as a pin, magnet or scrapbook embellishment!

Chef Hat

Make a charming chef hat with any kind of fabric for any theme. I can’t wait to make Christmas versions […]

Fall Wind Chimes

Fall Wind Chimes are a great craft that gets everyone out and moving and crafting. Go on a nature walk […]

DIY Snow Globe

Snow globes are a Christmas classic. Help your kids to make their own and enjoy them year after year.

Cookie Cutter Wreath

Make a fun holiday wreath using cookie cutters! This tutorial uses glue to permanently adhere the cookie cutters together. If […]

Almond Bird Ornament

Turn an almond into an adorable bird ornament! A fun way to bring a touch of nature to your Christmas […]

Fall Cookies For the Birds

Use 4 ingredients to create cookies to feed the birds and the wildlife. A great nature project to teach the […]

Glass Marble Ornaments

Images glued between two glass disks make personalized Christmas ornaments so easy to create. Even young hands can handle most […]