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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!

Grass Caterpillar

Grow a fuzzy grass caterpillar in your garden! This is a wonderful project to introduce kids to the joys of […]

Paper Tiger

These cute tigers were made for a Cub Scout den meeting, but it would be equally great for a zoo […]

Craft Stick Kawaii Rainbow

Make an adorable Kawaii Rainbow using colored craft sticks. This fun decoration is great for St. Patrick’s Day, a rainbow-themed […]

Candy Filled Easter Chicks

This Easter fill your baskets with candy filled chocolate chicks. The step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make these adorable […]

Kermit the Frog Card

Create a card shaped like Kermit the Frog! It’s sure to wow any Muppets fan.

Carrot Patch Breakfast

Kids will find it hard to resist eating their breakfast when you serve up bunny inspired pancakes with fruit and […]

Flower Pot Shark

This adorable shark is made out of terra cotta pots and craft foam. It’s such a fun project to make!

Rainbow Window Hearts

This rainbow window hearts project is easy, fun and beautiful. Wherever you hang it, it’s sure to bring lots of […]

Shamrock Shaped Cheese Crisps

Make shamrock-shaped cheese crisps for a tasty snack on St. Patrick’s Day. The kids will love them and they are […]

Pretzel Butterfly Lunch

Make lunchtime lots of fun with pretzel butterflies that kids make themselves. There are lots of possibilities for fun and […]

Superhero Hooded Towel

These superhero towels make water play and bathtime extra fun. The tutorial shows how to make Batman, Captain America, and […]

Paint Pour Rainbow Rocks

Have you tried paint pouring? This craze is so much fun and the results are always pretty and one of […]

Pom Pom Chicks

Learn how to make pom pom chicks from yellow yarn. They’re so cute and surprisingly easy to make using your […]

Easter Sheep Napkin Rings

Make charming napkin rings that look like darling sheep. They’re wonderful for an Easter table setting, a farm-themed party, a […]

Fabric Easter Eggs

Plastic eggs and hard-boiled eggs are common during Easter, but plush Easter eggs should be just as popular! These pretty […]

Cookie Monster Pretzels

If you want some fun Sesame Street treats, you’ve got to make these adorable Cookie Monster Pretzels. They’re so much […]

Pom Pom Sheep

These adorable pom pom sheep are made with yarn and felt. They make darling Easter decorations, or even toppers for […]

Springtime Chicks

These colorful chicks are as charming as can be! Raid the recycling bin for an egg carton to get started […]

Kawaii Inspired Shamrocks

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with adorable Kawaii-inspired shamrocks. They’re easy to make with just a few simple supplies. Add magnets […]

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: […]

Leprechaun Selfie Wreath

Create this awesome Leprechaun Selfie Wreath and hang it on the front door to greet guests. Then, use it as […]

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 […]