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!

Paper Plate Rainbow Craft

This adorable paper plate craft is a great way to teach kids that rainbows require both sun and rain. Pair […]

Split Pea “Kiss Me” Sign

This adorable piece of St. Patrick’s Day decor is green in more ways than one; the only supplies you need […]

Fleece Ear Warmer

Learn how easy it is to make a fleece ear warmer headband to wear in the winter. This easy sewing […]

Bunny Ears Cupcake Toppers

Dress your dessert table with these adorable bunny cupcakes. Their big ears are made from cookies and their fluffy bodies […]

Lorax Truffula Forest

Make your own Truffula Forest from “The Lorax” to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday! It’s easy to do and is so […]

Cereal Box Record Player

Turn an empty cereal box and construction paper into a record player. The tutorial includes instructions for making an Elvis […]

Bunny Napkin Holder

These cute little bunnies are hopping right on to your dinner table napkins. They are fun for little hands to […]

Heart Twinkie Dessert

Learn how easy it is to turn an ordinary Twinkie into a gorgeous heart. This elegant dessert is great for […]

Clothespin Mermaids

Create a cute set of mix-and-match mermaids from clothespins, construction paper, scrapbook paper, and ribbon. Your mermaid fan will have […]

Paper Plate Pot of Gold

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this paper plate pot of gold. It’s an easy craft and fun for young children.

Bunny Bunting

Decorate for Easter with this cute bunny bunting. It’s so easy to make and adds such a festive touch to […]

Cat in the Hat Toss

Turn an empty oatmeal container into a hat that looks just like the one the Cat in the Hat wears. […]

School of Paper Plate Fish

Bright, cheery paper plates turn into a school of fish in just a couple of easy steps. Easy enough for […]

Hugs and Kisses Pretzel Treats

These Hugs and Kisses Pretzel Treats are quick and easy to make, with no baking required. They’re perfect to pack […]

Leprechaun Trap Cake

This St. Patrick’s Day cake might not be what it seems to be….glance underneath those gold coins and you will […]

Conversation Heart Banner

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with an adorable banner inspired by conversation hearts! Create your very own personalized messages in your […]

Snake Finger Puppets

Use the printable to make your own snake finger puppet for fun pretend play. Print a colorful design or a […]

Printable Character Valentines

Print Valentine’s Day cards featuring your favorite characters. They include fun themes based on movies and television like Disney Princesses, […]

Strawberry Cupcakes

Decorate cupcakes to look like strawberries! These cute cupcakes are great for a strawberry-themed birthday party, a Valentine’s Day treat, […]

Paper Plate Leprechaun

Here’s an adorable paper plate leprechaun for toddlers and preschoolers to make for St. Patrick’s Day. Hang him on the […]

Craft Stick Building Set

Show your little builders how they can make their own building set using craft sticks, Velcro dots and plastic bottle […]

Money Valentine Cards

Learn how to make two different valentines that feature money. These clever ideas can be adapted for other holidays and […]

Map Chalkboard

Display all the places you’ve been on this awesome map chalkboard! It makes a fun display for a child’s bedroom.

Hand Lettered Valentine Banner

Start with the printable, then start coloring and lettering to make this pretty Hand Lettered Valentine Banner. It’s easy to […]

Hairy Friends

Turn an empty container into a cute person whose hair really grows. This gardening project is fun for kids of […]

Raspberry Heart Hot Cocoa

Learn how to make raspberry hearts, which melt in hot cocoa to create a delicious raspberry cocoa. It’s a fun […]

Cat in the Hat Treat Holder

Celebrate Dr. Seuss with this fun Cat in the Hat treat holder made from a recycled cardboard tube. Fill it […]

Colored Pasta Heart Frames

Use colored pasta to create your own heart-shaped frames. This easy craft has tons of room for creativity and is […]

Paper Plate Porcupine Fish

Porcupine fish blow themselves up with air or water to double their size and intimidate enemies. Porcupine fish further intimidate […]

Mickey Chocolate Dipped Valentine

These adorable Mickey chocolate-dipped cookies will win your Valentine’s heart. Your Disney fans will love making these for the ones […]

Candy Leprechaun Hats

Make Leprechaun hats using green candy melts and modeling chocolate. Fill then with candies, nuts, or chocolate mousse for a […]

Sweater Mittens

Don’t throw out those sweaters you won’t be wearing anymore! Learn how to repurpose them into wonderful, cozy, and warm […]

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Yarn Rainbow

Gather yarn in a rainbow of colors and use it to make this beautiful yarn rainbow for St. Patrick’s day […]

Heart Garland

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this heart garland. It can be made from felt or paper, with sewing and no-sew […]

Cardboard Tube NFL Referee

Make your own NFL referee from a cardboard tube. Include the removable mask, or leave it off for the non-pandemic […]

Cherry Brooch

Make a darling cherry brooch using red beads and green ribbon. This simple project is easy enough for beginning beaders to […]

Mardi Gras Handprint Mask

Trace your child’s handprints to add a very personal touch to this printable mask. It’s definitely a one-of-a-kind project for […]

Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies

Let your whole tribe know you love them GNOME matter what with these Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies! They’re quick and […]

Mardi Gras Cereal Treat

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this delicious cinnamon cereal treat, inspired by king cake. It’s not the usual rice krispie treat […]

Minion Art Case

Organize your art supplies with a whimsical minion-inspired art box. It adds such a fun touch to your desktop and […]

Candy Heart Necklace

Kids of all ages will find it easy to construct their own marshmallow and licorice string necklaces. It’s a sweet […]

Gumball Machine Candy Dish

A terra cotta clay pot and saucer, combined with a glass bowl magically become a DIY candy dish that looks […]

Craft Stick Barn

This cute barn craft would be a great activity for a farm themed birthday party.