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!

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.

Gingerbread Cobblestones

Tutorial for making edible gingerbread cobblestones for your gingerbread house.

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 […]

Advent Countdown Jar

Use a large jar and colorful paper to make this Christmas countdown craft.

Upcycled French Fried Onion Snowman

Don’t throw away that french fried onion container this year. Upcycle it into a cute snowman container for giving treats […]

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 […]

Upcycled 45 Record Advent Calendar

Fun, nostalgic and easy upcycled advent calendar using a thrifted 45 record for less than $5 and under 2 hours. […]

December Learning Calendar

This learning calendar free printable is a great way for young children to practice calendar skills!

Christmas Light Chalk Stencil Art

Try this fun art technique with chalk to make these brilliant Christmas lights!

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 […]

Egg Carton and Pom Pom Turkeys

These egg carton and pom pom turkeys are easy to make and super silly too! The kids love them and […]

Modern Painted Pumpkins for Fall

If you’re looking for a more modern way to dress up your pumpkins, try using acrylic paint and choosing some […]

Glittering Mockingjay Emblem

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

Hunger Games Book Page Charms

In honor of The Hunger Games movie, make these fun wearable book page charms!

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 […]

Turn Fabric Into Scrapbook Paper

No more looking for scrapbook paper that kind of matches your fabric. Turn your favorite fabric into scrapbook paper!

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 […]

Turkey Puzzle

The first step to making this adorable turkey puzzle is to take a nature walk to gather supplies. Kids will […]

Felt Nativity Finger Puppets

This cute set of Nativity finger puppets is made entirely from felt and glue. The tutorial includes a printable pattern.

Yarn Wrapped Ornament

This is the perfect ornament for using up your little scraps of yarn. Because this uses hot glue, it is […]

Santa, Snowman and Reindeer Ornaments

These cute ornaments are so much fun to make and display! A great project for kids to make as gifts.

Snow Globe Ornaments

Create beautiful snow globe ornaments featuring your child’s artwork. A fun gift for grandparents and other family members at Christmas.

Rustic Twig Letters

Turn twigs and branches into charming rustic wooden letters in just a few simple steps. Perfect for parties, weddings, and […]

Fingerprints & Bubble Wrap Mermaids

This is a fun & messy way for kids to paint mermaids with bubble wrap and thumbprints. There’s also an […]

Puzzle Piece Frame Christmas Ornament

Here’s a fun way to use your leftover puzzle pieces~ Turn them into a puzzle piece frame Christmas ornament!

No-Sew Stuffed Turkey

This is a fun no-sew craft for kids for Thanksgiving, inspired by the classic knotted fleece blankets and pillows. The […]

Yo-Yo Pumpkin

This Yo-Yo Pumpkin is a fun beginning sewing project. It makes a beautiful decoration for your Thanksgiving table.

Clay Pilgrim GIrl

Use clay to make a little pilgrim girl. A fun overall craft for kids to make, or a nice decoration […]

Thumbprint Turkey Place Cards

Create interactive place cards with your thumbprints for the Thanksgiving table. Kids will love making these holiday cuties!

Balsa Board Santa

Kids can make this Santa! With his no-sew hat and his air-dry clay mustache, add a little free form holiday […]

Ruler Reindeer

This is a fun project for kids to make! You can use a ruler to make it a clever gift […]

Clay Pot Reindeer and Snowman

Create whimsical reindeer and snowmen from clay pots! They’re fun to make to display or to give as gifts.

Spider Stick Puppet

Make these cute and very easy spider stick puppets from cardboard tubes and felt. When you are done, use them […]

Dyed Wooden Mitten Ornament

Dye wooden ornaments and embellish with glitter, gems and buttons. Easy and beautiful!

Snowman Snowflake Ornament

This snowflake ornament takes on a whole new dimension when you add the button plug snowman face! What a great […]

Remembrance Day Poppy

Make a beautiful coffee filter poppy for Remembrance Day or any occasion. A great project for a group setting.

Magic Reindeer Treat

Create a paper reindeer ornament to go with magic reindeer treat. The recipe is simple and fun and so is […]

Snowman Classroom Ornament

These Schoolroom Snowman Ornaments are quick and easy to whip up for all your classmates, teachers, and school staff. Just […]