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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!

Fabric Book Cover

Keep your books nice, clean, and safe with this practical fabric book cover. Make one to use for the book […]

Paper Mache Eggs

Transform mismatched plastic eggs into something much cuter with a paper mache technique. This easy craft is fun and has […]

Finger Friends

Looking for a rainy day projects or perhaps in need of puppets for an impromptu play? These whimsical finger puppets […]

Mixed Media Volcano

These volcanoes are made with watercolors, construction paper, tissue paper, and cotton balls. Make these with young children studying the […]

Matzo House

Work together as a family to make a stunning house out of matzo and other edible materials. It is so […]

Shamrock Stamping

Make your own shamrock shaped stamps from wine corks and a rubber band! It’s a great activity for St. Patrick’s […]

C-Food for Lunch

Delight the kids by serving “C-food” for lunch! It’s fun for young kids who developing fine motor control and letter […]

Peek A Boo Toy Sack

These peek-a-boo sacks are the perfect answer to keeping the toys picked up, while allowing the kids to see what’s […]

Garland Chick

Craft an easy garland chick that has lots of personality. This fun chick can sit on your Easter table or […]

Our State Beverage

Did you know that 28 states have an official State Beverage? This tutorial includes instructions for most of them, including: […]

Pom Pom Bunnies

Decorate for spring with adorable little pom pom bunnies. You can make a pom pom bunny in less than ten […]

St. Patrick’s Day Activity Sheets

These fun St. Patrick’s Day printable activity sheets include all the iconic symbols of this holiday, like shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns, […]

Mason Jar Leprechaun

Make a magically delicious mason jar leprechaun to make St. Patrick’s Day extra special! This cute project is so much […]

Rain Cloud Craft

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable rain cloud! This fun project is wonderful for spring or to accompany […]

Easy Pipe Cleaner Flowers

Pipe cleaners are fun for kids, easy to work with, and have no mess to clean up. Learn how to […]

Footprint Horse

Lasso your little cowboys and cowgirls for a day of horse crafting fun! They’ll love turning their footprints into horses.

Styrofoam Cup Spring Bonnet

These beautiful springtime hats are perfect for Easter and Mother’s Day! Adults “shrink” Styrofoam cups in the oven and then […]

Olympic Flag Fuse Bead Pattern

Follow the pattern to make an Olympic Flag out of fusible beads. Your children will enjoy learning more about the […]

Coffee Filter Leprechauns

Turn coffee filters into adorable leprechauns. This quick and easy craft is such a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Turn a paper plate, construction paper, and tissue paper into the cutest toucan you’ve ever seen! The tail feathers are […]

Peeps Pudding Cups

This cute little bunny is busy raiding the carrot patch! Kids will love making and eating these sweet treat Peeps […]

Princess Crown

Make the little girl in your life feel just like a princess with this adorable cardboard tube crown. It’s fun […]

Felt Seder Plate

Incorporate Passover traditions into imaginative play with this fun felt Seder plate. Make it together as a family.

Craft Stick Leprechaun Hat

Make your own leprechaun hat for St. Patrick’s Day. This fun craft takes about 15 minutes; washable markers add color […]

Twinkie Bird on a Stick

Turn Twinkies snack cakes into adorable birds for a fun springtime craft. It’s easy to do and they’re fun to […]

Yarn Ladybug

Kids can have a messy fun time with this one! Yarn and balloons come together to create these friendly ladybugs […]

Paper Tulip Bouquet

These beautiful construction paper tulips are sure to brighten someone’s day! Make this bouquet as a gift for Mother’s Day […]

Spring Dice Game Printable

Use this easy printable to make a spring-themed dice game. It will get the kids up and moving while also […]

Craft Stick Arctic Animals

Turn craft sticks and googly eyes into adorable Arctic animals. The tutorial includes instructions to make a moose, polar bear, […]

Leprechaun Hats

These cute leprechaun hats are made from Styrofoam coffee cups, pipe cleaners and paint! They make an adorable table decoration […]

Kite Paper Craft

Turn scraps of construction paper or other materials to create this spring scene. The kites look so cute soaring high […]

Punny and Fruity Greeting Cards

Let someone know you’re thinking about them with a delightful punny and fruity greeting card. These cards really put the […]

Rice Heating Pad

Even sewing newbies will be able to make these microwavable, rice-filled heating pads. Sew more than one, because they make […]

How to Make a Pom Pom

Making a pom pom is as simple as wrapping yarn around your fingers and making some quick snips with scissors! […]

Lorax Lunch

Serve a tasty lunch inspired by Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. It’s easy to make and such a fun way to […]

Soap Saver Pouch

Make these cute soap bags to take to take camping or to use at home. Not only they are cute […]

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap: In order to catch a leprechaun, you must have some bait to lure him in and […]

Let It Snow Banner

Create a pretty winter banner featuring the sheet music to Let it Snow. This idea isn’t limited to winter – […]

Cardboard Tube Puppy

Make an adorable puppy using empty cardboard tubes. The detailed, step-by-step photos make it easy!

Popsicle Stick Puzzles

Create personalized craft stick puzzles that will keep little ones occupied during car trips or while in a restaurant. Make […]

Flower Pot Cupcakes

Make adorable and edible flower pot cupcakes using Fruit Roll Ups! These tasty garden treats would be perfect for a […]

Easy Picture Frame Snowman

Build an adorable snowman using inexpensive picture frames and paper doilies. This easy project is such a fun way to […]

Trash Rainbow Collage

Celebrate Earth Day by sorting through clean trash or recyclables to make a colorful rainbow. This is a great way […]

Cheesecake Carrots

Transform slices of orange cheesecake into Easter carrots using edible grass. Don’t forget to leave a slice for the Easter […]

Leprechaun Hat Treat Cups

Turn ordinary snack-sized plastic storage containers into adorable leprechaun hats that will hold tasty treats. Allow enough time for multiple […]

Plastic Spoon Flowers

Create a collection of colorful flowers using plastic spoons. These adorable flowers make wonderful place cards for a spring event.

Easter Checkers

Recycle those cardboard egg cartons into a favorite childhood game of checkers. Offer up some Easter candy to the one […]

Snake Doodle

Turn a doodle into a drawing of some of the most beautifully colored and patterned snakes of the United States. […]

Polar Bear Hoop Wreath

Celebrate winter with this adorable Polar Bear Hoop Wreath hanging on your front door. It’s made with a simple wooden […]

Encouragement Toast

Show your love and support with this encouraging breakfast. It’s perfect for the morning of a big test, presentation, audition, […]

A Trio of Dr. Seuss Snacks

These three snacks are each inspired by a different Dr. Seuss classic. The tutorial includes the printable to make the […]

Cookie Monster Cake

Cookie Monster made his Sesame Street debut during the very first episode in November of 1969. Since then, millions of […]

Bobblehead Egg Carton Chicks

These cute little chicks are cheerful and springy (in more ways than one!). This fun Easter craft starts with empty […]