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!

Vampire Cat Brownies

These vampire brownies look and taste spooktacular! They’re great fun for any Halloween celebration.

Candy Corn Monster

This candy corn monster couldn’t be cuter! The candy corn teeth are such a fun touch to this construction paper […]

Autumn Leaf Bowls

Create gorgeous leaf bowls to use throughout autumn. This project does require use of a kiln, but the results are […]

Black Olive Owls

These Black Olive Owls are as tasty as they are cute! This is a fun project for kids to make […]

Acorn Vase

Have fun collecting acorns with your kids, then use them to make a stunning vase. It’s a wonderful family project […]

Candy Corn Character

Create an adorable candy cane guy for Halloween! The fact that he’s clutching candy makes him even more awesome.

Boo Basket Printable

Get into the holiday spirit with this printable Boo Basket sign and instructions. Create custom Halloween Boo Baskets to surprise […]

Pumpkin Lollipops

If you’re looking for a pumpkin themed edible treat to bring to a harvest, fall or Halloween party, or something […]

Sugar Skulls

Learn how to make sugar skulls (Calaveras de Azúcar) for Dia de Los Muertos. While edible, they are more commonly […]

Fall Trail Mix and Printable

This tasty trail mix is perfect for fall. Make the mix, print the tags, and share these treats with friends […]

Ghost Cookie Pops

In need of a quick Halloween party favor? Hand out these ghostly treats – and there’s a surprise hidden inside!

Paper Plate Black Cat

No bad luck here when you create this paper plate black cat! It’s a fun project for Halloween, but is […]

Juice Box Jack O’Lanterns

Turn empty juices boxes into cute Halloween jack-o-lanterns. They’re fun to make with so much room to be creative. 

Faux-Framed Calavera

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with a faux-framed calavera drawing. Kids who have only drawn on white paper will love […]

Chocolate Candy Corn Truffles

These cute candy corn are made of a creamy chocolate filling, then coated in white chocolate and decorated. What a […]

Potted Scarecrow

This adorable little scarecrow makes a wonderful fall decoration. Put it on the porch to welcome visitors or on the […]

Paper Mache Leaf

You remember paper mache! Make gorgeous fall leaves from this classic medium.

Glowing Ghosts

Appearing friendly by day, these balloon ghosts take on an eerie glow at night. Find out how…..

Candy Corn Fruit Cup

Candy corn is such a fun Halloween snack, but doesn’t exactly have any nutritional value. Make a healthy candy-corn inspired […]

Color Name Art Acrostic

Can you spell your name using colors? Create an acrostic with a color palette as unique as your name!

Easy Upcycled Minion Costume

This upcycled Minion Halloween costume is so easy to make from old clothing! The legs from old cut-off jeans get […]

Jack O’ Lantern Bath Pouf

Make a cute jack-o-lantern from an inexpensive bath pouf. Kids will love creating this easy Halloween craft.

Lift-the-Flap Haunted House

This haunted house craft was inspired by lift-the-flap books. It has all sorts of happy Halloween characters that hide beneath […]

Homemade Glycerin Soap

Who knew that making homemade soap was so easy! With just a few simple ingredients, you are on your way […]

Bean Mosaic Coaster

Learn how easy it is to make a functional coaster from beans and a plastic lid. You can create all […]

Pop Culture Pumpkin Stencils

These pumpkin stencils are inspired by beloved pop culture franchises like Clifford the Big Red Dog and Marvel Comics! Just […]

Tiny Yarn Hat

It’s hard to believe these tiny hats start with empty toilet paper tubes! They’re so easy to make and are […]

Zombie Marshmallow Pop

Make these awesome zombie marshmallow pops for your next Halloween party. There are instructions to make a bat, witch and […]

Paper Plate Halloween Wreath

Turn a paper plate into a festive Halloween wreath! Because it’s made of paper, it’s very light and thus easy […]

Halloween Mason Jar Lanterns

Charming monster lanterns cast a warm glow while sitting on a window sill, table, or while lining the walk right […]

Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

Make beautiful pumpkins using the rings from canning jar lids! The tutorial has three fun ideas.    

Chestnut Pencil Toppers

These cute pencil critters are made from chestnuts, craft foam and toothpicks. There are lots of other ideas for chestnut […]

Witches’ Hats

These whimsical witches’ hats are fun for both kids and adults to make! Give it a try this October.

Funny Faces Painted Jars

Create unique pots for plants using recycled jars. There’s so much room for creativity with this project!

Whoopie Pie Pumpkins

These cute whoopie pies not only taste like pumpkins but look like them too. They make a wonderful treat for […]

Colorful Recycled Denim Beads

Here’s a fun way to recycle the jeans that your kids have outgrown by turning them into fashionable jewelry. Strips […]

Glittery Foam Monsters

Make cute little monsters using foam, pom poms, and pipe cleaners. Attach magnets to the back to hang them on […]

Library Bag

This tutorial shows how to make your child their very own library bag, a great way to encourage reading! Let […]

Clay Tea Light Holders

These pretty tea light holders are made with clay. It’s easy to do and the finished holders make a lovely gift […]

Paper Plate Pumpkins

Looking for an easy and inexpensive Halloween craft, suitable for all ages? Paper Plate Pumpkins!

Candy Corn Wreath

This candy corn wreath screams fall! It proves that candy corn is not only for a candy dish.

Bean Art Animals

Use beans to create portraits of Poly the Parrot, Dab-Dab the Duck, Plimpton the Ostrich, Chee-Chee the Gorilla, and others […]

Cookie Scarecrows

Celebrate fall with these adorable Scarecrow Cookies! The tutorial uses store-bought oatmeal creme pies, but you can use peanut butter […]

Cardboard Tube Apple Core

Turn cardboard tubes and cupcake liners into these adorable apple cores! It’s a great accompaniment to a study of apples […]

Candy Corn on the Cob

Make a fun and delicious Halloween treat- Candy Corn on the Cob! This would make a fun centerpiece or a […]

Fall Classroom Tree

This Fall Classroom Tree is perfect for a classroom, daycare or other group. If there are more children than this size tree can […]

Coloring Page Flower Card

Use your completed coloring pages to make eye-catching cards. It’s easy to do and is a great way to get […]

Monster Handprint Puppets

These Halloween handprint puppets are easy and fun to make and kids will love coming up with their own silly […]