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!

Cloud Wind Puppet

Dance these paper cloud puppets around the house or outside over the flowers and grass. It’s a fun project for […]

Dr. Seuss Cat Hats

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday in style with these easy to make hats. Made from paper and paper plates, a perfect […]

Dr. Seuss Handprint Things

Inspired by Dr. Seuss’ book “The Cat in The Hat”, these hand print Things are a great craft for preschoolers […]

President Obama Symbol

Celebrate our current president with a patriotic paper plate “O” – for President Obama! A quick and easy craft for […]

Leap Year Frog

Get a jump start on leap year crafts with our easy paper bag leap frog. Frog crafts are a fun […]

Magnetic Puzzles

Our magnetic puzzles will make those long car rides a little more peaceful! Simply tape small pieces of magnet to […]

Recycled T-Shirt Bangles

Recycle your old t-shirts into pretty jewelry following our easy instructions. Girls can make them to trade with their friends!

Duct Tape Belt

We’ve turned duct tape and d rings into a creative belt – cute for boys or girls to wear. Tweens […]

Plastic Bag Bean Sprouts

Teach your kids about the parts of a seedling by germinating a bean seed in a plastic bag. A fun […]

Beanbag Chickens

Cute and easy juggling chooks! Made from fabric scraps, this is the perfect project for a beginner in sewing.

Decoupage Valentine Vase

Recycle those plain florist vases by turning them into pretty vases for Valentine’s Day. Decoupage pretty cocktail napkins onto the […]

Inside Out S’Mores

We’ve turned our favorite s’mores treats inside out! Fill jumbo marshmallows with chocolate chips and teddy grahams for a after […]

Fudgy Peanut Butter Hearts

You won’t have to beg the kids to help you out with this recipe – they’ll be more than willing […]

Paint Chip Hearts

Using paint chips and contact paper from your local hardware store, your preschooler can create a beautiful heart. Hand them […]

Tissue Paper Valentines

Beautiful Valentine’s Day cards created by twisting tissue paper. Kids of all ages can help make these cards to give […]

Conversation Heart Magnet

When you think of conversation hearts, you think of Valentine’s Day and this time we’re turning them into a pretty […]

Homemade Butter

Spread the word….it’s Valentine’s Day! Turn heavy cream into homemade butter – a fun kitchen experiment!

Valentine Cookie Pops

Valentine’s Day sugar cookies dipped into chocolate and sprinkles – the perfect treat for a classroom treat or for dessert […]

Paper Straw Heart Garland

Twist pretty paper straws into hearts to form a Valentine’s Day garland. A simple decoration for kids to make. This […]

Crayon Heart Valentines

A really pretty goodie for kids to exchange that doesn’t add to the sugar overload on Valentine’s Day. Make these […]

Valentine Sucker Covers

Turn patterned paper and a bag of suckers into frugal gifts to exchange for Valentine’s Day. Share them with the […]

Valentine Pet Bandana

Don’t forget your pets when it comes to Valentine’s Day. We’ve painted heart shaped paw prints on a bright pink […]

Valentine Marshmallow Pops

Your kids will be the hit of the classroom handing out these yummy marshmallow pops! Dip marshmallows into chocolate and […]

Vintage Pinwheels

In this guide from 1916, see two different ways to make pinwheel crafts — one with paper and one with […]

Preschool Painted Mugs

Paint personalized gifts using non-toxic paint and stickers! Fun gifts for grandparent, teachers, neighbors …and don’t forget to let the […]

Finger Painted Lyric Art

Let your little ones finger paint a large piece of foam board – then use their creations to make beautiful […]

Snowman Counting Game

Friendly, colorful snowmen make learning to count so much fun! Using paper and markers you can whip a set of […]

Valentine Tin Can Luminary

Children and adults work together to create this work of “heart”. A fun recycling project that turns cans into a […]

Teddy Bear Taco Tart

Cut puff pastry into a teddy bear shape and top it with cheese and taco meat before decorating it for […]

Valentine Heart Hair Clips

Turn glittery red heart ornaments into pretty hair clips in a couple of easy steps. A pretty way to dress […]

“I Love Ewe” Cards

With cotton, paper and a few more craft items, toddlers and preschoolers can easily make these valentines. Not only for […]

Pipe Cleaner Love Goggles

The perfect accessory for your kids’ Valentine’s Day wardrobe! Would make a fun classroom project or your kids can make […]

Grocery Bag Wreath

A fun way to recycle all of those unwanted plastic grocery bags – turn them into this lovely heart-shaped wreath! […]

Paper Heart Wrappings

Tuck secret messages for your valentine into these cleverly folded paper hearts. As much fun to open as it is […]

Duct Tape Rosette Wreath

In just a few simple steps you can turn red duct tape and some recycled cardboard into a pretty rosette […]

Heart Votive Holder

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we’ve got an easy and frugal craft for you. Using tissue paper to […]

Balloon Car Racing

Racers, start …your…engines! A fun party game racing cars with the help of balloons!

Some Buggy Loves You

A fun way to teach shapes & patterns and decorate for Valentine’s Day at the same time. Friendly paper ladybugs […]

Valentine’s Day Gumball Machine

A quick and easy Valentine’s Day craft that’s perfect for giving to teachers, neighbors, friends and family! Personalize it by […]

Painting with Golf Balls

Create pretty textured art work using only paint and golf balls! Keep the mess to a minimum by containing the […]

Valentine’s Day Secret Messages

Create secret Valentine’s Day messages with white paper hearts and white crayons. Kids will giggle with delight as they watch […]

Referee Chair Covers

Referees will be making an appearance at your Super Bowl party with these fun chair covers! Add a whistle to […]

Cardboard Tube Valentine Necklace

Turn cardboard tubes and beads into pretty Valentine’s Day necklaces. Little girls will have fun painting the cardboard hearts their […]

Colored Pasta Beads

We’ve colored pasta and turned them into brightly colored “beads”. A fun and simple way for youngsters to strengthen their […]

Serendipity Heart Banners

Recycle those bits and pieces of printed paper that have been piling up into a beautiful decorative banner to hang […]

Valentine Boxes

Decorating small gift boxes and match boxes with Washi tape is a quick way to create a Valentine box. Perfect […]

Fun with a Marble Run

We’ve created yet another fun project to build out of cardboard tubes. Kids will have hours of fun racing marbles […]

Cardboard Tube Heart Wreath

We’ve turned recycled cardboard tubes, ribbon and some paint into a heart-shaped wreath for Valentine’s Day. A simple, frugal, pretty […]

Valentine’s Day Pennant

Here’s a Valentine’s Day craft that’s perfect for older kids that doesn’t have the baby-ish feeling to it. Not just […]

Valentine Ribbon Wreath

A cardboard wreath, pretty valentine ribbon and a glue gun are all that’s needed to make this Valentine’s Day wreath. […]

Easy Rag Teddy Bear

Our rag teddy bear is made from 100% recycled materials. A simple sewing craft that turns t-shirts and sweaters into […]

Sweetheart Shortbreads

Take a break from all of the sweets this Valentine’s Day and snack on our sweetheart shortbreads. A great opportunity […]

Cheery Paper Heart Wreath

Add some fun and whimsy to your Valentine’s Day decorations with this colorful paper heart wreath. Made from strips of […]