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!

Table Top Turkey

Here’s a great Thanksgiving craft project for kids who are a little older and have outgrown the handprint turkey! This […]

Turkey Chair Covers

Here’s a really fun way to dress up your dining room chairs for Thanksgiving dinner. The kids and adults alike […]

Santa Treat Buckets

Santa’s belly crafts have become quite popular. One adorable rendition is this version using clay pots and electrical tape to […]

Nature Walk Basket

Whether it’s fall, spring or summer, a nature walk is always fun, and making an easy sorting basket to collect […]

Teepee Centerpiece

Here’s a fun way to decorate your table or mantel this Thanksgiving! Make these fun teepees and use them as […]

Story Wheel

Make this fun and colorful story wheel with your little ones. A great preschool or Kindergarten project that is a […]

Pumpkin Pinata

This fun pinata can be made as a Jack O’Lantern for Halloween, or leave off the face for a great […]

Monster Cupcakes

Cut adorable monster and pumpkin shapes out of your cupcakes and fill to decorate! A great birthday idea or fun […]

Ogre Eye Cookies

These super fun cookies will make your little ones giggle! No need for special holidays, Halloween is great but these […]

Peacock Fan

Pretty peacocks made from paper doilies and water color paints are a lovely craft for a rainy afternoon. If you […]

Plastic Lid Turtles

Make cute turtles from recycled plastic lids, Q-tips and craft sticks! A fun way to talk about and teach an […]

Halloween Pancakes

Say good morning with these fun Halloween themed pancakes. Smiling jack O’Lanterns will make your kids do the same when […]

Snack Cake Werewolves

You can use store bought snack cakes to make these silly werewolves for Halloween. A fun addition to your child’s […]

Autumn Leaves Box

Whether you use a recycled or new box, it’s easy to turn it into a pretty box perfect for autumn […]

Candy Corn Zombie Cake Pops

Bet you’ve never seen this kind of zombie. It’s a candy corn cake pop eating candy corn! A crazy fun […]

Snowy Balloon Ornaments

These beautiful winter or Christmas ornaments look gorgeous hanging from glittery branches in a vase. A fun project for children […]

Assemble a Jack O’Lantern

This fun Halloween pumpkin craft is great for the kids. There’s also a free printable pattern included to make your […]

Snowman in a Baggie

This snowman in a baggie is easy to make and really fun to play with. Once you’ve put him together […]

Cork Snake

Make use of old corks or grab a bag of them from the craft store for this fun animal craft. […]

Printable Bingo Game

Print out this fun bingo card and kids will be busy playing for hours! A great project that can act […]

Story Telling Kit

This tutorial will show you how you can make a storytelling kit to give to a child as a birthday […]

Inspirational Lunch Note Cards

Pack these inspirational lunch notes for that someone special in your life. Blank ones are also available to download so […]

Mini Oreo Pumpkin Treats

Learn how to make your own miniature Oreo filled chocolate pumpkins! Create an entire pumpkin patch, or wrap individually for […]

Skeleton Paper Dolls

You can print these off and create fun little Halloween themed skeleton paper dolls. Giggle and squirm as you dress […]

Boo-Meringue Cookies

Make these adorable Boo-Meringues with just a few simple items. This treat is quick and easy and does not require […]

Paper Pumpkins and Corn

Make your own fall harvest with construction paper corn and paper plate pumpkins. A fun unit to help teach kids […]

Teepee Cupcakes for Thanksgiving

Make these sweet treats for Thanksgiving using sugar cones and other tasty edibles. The kids will love these teepee themed […]

Halloween Lollipops

Great tips on working with Candy Melts. Check out this tutorial on how to paint lollipops for Halloween or any […]

Eyeball Candy

Eye Candy filled with a mini Oreo! A fun edible craft to make with the kids for Halloween. Great for […]

Party Rock Gym Shirt

Use tumble dyes to make this fun and colorful Party Rock Gym t-shirt. This is a fun project for kids […]

Polka Dot Fall Tree

Make this stunning tree with your little one using paint and cotton swabs. Pretty fall colored polka dots make for […]

Fairies of Autumn

These adorable fall fairies make for a great project using beads, pipe cleaners, and yarn. let your creativity fly and […]

Moving Ballerina Toy

This sweet moving ballerina is nestled inside this recycled candy tin and has a toothpick ballerina bar! A creative use […]

Oreo Pops

A fun and easy alternative to cake pops, these Oreo pops have been sprinkled with edible goodness. A fun kitchen […]

Candy Costume

Is your little one sweet as candy? Of course she is! So this darling candy costume would be great for […]

Goofy Foam Glasses

What a fun party craft this would be! Just imagine how many different versions a group of kids could come […]

Homemade Veterinarian Kit

This cute homemade veterinarian Kit is perfect for make believe play, especially for the animal loving child! I know I […]

Lunch Box Notes

Make your child smile and laugh each day by adding a little note to their lunch box. These free printables […]

Teacher Gift Printable Tag

Whether it’s for back to school or Teacher Appreciation Week, this cute printable is a great way to offer a […]

Avengers Printables

Quotes that are inspired by The Avengers are available on several free printables. Kids can let their imaginations run wild […]

Caramel Jack O’Lantern Pops

These chewy caramel Jack O’Lantern pops are perfect for a Halloween party. Gather the kids together to get busy rolling […]

Spooky Halloween Lanterns

We love these black spooky lanterns made from paper, jars, and tissue paper. Such a cute craft for Halloween, your […]

Monsters Inc. Drinks

Fun Monsters Inc. smoothies, shakes, fizz, and a slushie. So yummy and cute the kids will love them. Crafty labels […]

Miniature Mummy Pumpkins

Simple and easy mini mummy pumpkins. These are perfect for kids to help decorate with. These only use googly eyes, […]

Polymer Clay Bowl

You and your kids will have a blast creating your very own bowl from polymer clay. Use a stamp to […]

Day of the Dead Skulls

Inspired by the festive and colorfully decorated sugar skulls of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, these two beauties light up […]

Watercolor Pencil Scarecrow

Introduce your child to watercolor pencils by making some fun fall scarecrow art! A great art project for a blustery […]

Felt Pumpkin Candy Pockets

Here’s a cute tutorial for making miniature felt Jack O’ Lanterns, perfect for holding a little Halloween treat. Great for […]

Sharpie Mugs

Using sharpies has never been more fun, or more permanent! You can customize a mug with anything you want and […]

Bubble Wrap Butterflies

This fun project is perfect for preschoolers. You can make fun designs using paint and bubble wrap, then turn them […]

Clay Plant Impressions

Capture pieces of your garden forever in these lovely modeling clay ornaments that are preschool friendly. You’ll love the uniqueness […]

Slimy Green Lantern

Turn an ordinary paper lantern into a slimy looking ball for your Halloween party or house decorations. It’s easy to […]