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!

Fall Leaf Coasters

These easy coasters have a pretty fall leaf theme and are a great gift project for kids to make. They […]

Grapefruit Slice Felt Coaster

Create a set of fabulous felt fruit coasters for yourself or to give as a gift. This project is great […]

Frankenstein Pudding Cups

This Halloween make super easy and adorable Frankenstein monster pudding cups. They’re great for a Halloween party or a day […]

Salt Dough Egg and English Muffin

Learn how to create a salt dough fried egg and English muffin. This faux breakfast looks good enough to eat!

Snake Sandwich

Bite into this huge snake sandwich before it bites you! It’s a tasty option for Halloween or a snake-themed party.

Origami Fall Window Leaf

Use kite paper to make this pretty origami leaf to hang in a window. It’s a fun and easy way […]

Construction Paper Explorer Ship

Use construction paper and cardboard tubes to make your own version of an explorer’s ship. This activity is a wonderful […]

Watercolor Resist Leaf Paintings

Create fun and seasonal leaf paintings using just a few basic supplies. It’s a great project for little artists and […]

Chocolate Spider Cake

Super size a chocolate cake ball into a hairy spider for Halloween. It’s such a fun project to make with […]

Fall Pipe Cleaner Finger Puppets

Use your imagination and some pipe cleaners to create these adorable finger puppets. These cute fall critters, including a scarecrow, […]

Felt Leaf Wreath

Decorate for fall with an easy-to-make felt leaf wreath. The template provides just the right size leaves for a wreath that’s […]

Paper Plate Cauldron

Let your creativity run wild filling this paper plate cauldron with everything you can imagine in a witch’s brew! This […]

Marshmallow Minions

This marshmallow treat is so simple to make even your little Minions can help! These Despicable Me Minions are made […]

Finger Paint Indian Corn

Children love to finger paint and this autumn craft is easy to make for all ages. This craft uses minimal […]

Kid Art Necklace

Transform kid drawings into a fun wearable necklace using Shrinky Dinks. This makes a great gift for Mom, Grandma, or […]

Construction Paper Walrus

Learn how to make a realistic construction paper walrus. It’s the perfect project for a study of arctic animals.

Friendly Flower Pot Spiders

These friendly spiders are made with empty flower pots. They’re perfect for Halloween or to accompany a rousing Itsy Bitsy […]

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

This cute little turtle is made using cardboard tubes, paper mache, fabric and Mod Podge. It’s a fun project for […]

Rice Krispie Treat Monsters

These adorable monsters start with store-bought rice krispie treats. They’re so easy and lots of fun to make.

Homemade Bird Feeder

Don’t throw away those empty cardboard tubes! Turn them into homemade bird feeders. It’s simple to do and is a […]

V is for Vulture Craft

Learn more about vultures (and how they differ – or don’t! – from buzzards) with this cute craft. Make yours […]

Pumpkin-Inspired Deviled Eggs

These cute little deviled eggs would be a huge hit at any fall gathering. They’re so easy to make and […]

Paper Plate Hedgehog

Turn a paper plate and dried leaves into the cutest hedgehog ever. This is a great craft to do after […]

Decorated Donuts

Use candies, nuts, dried fruit, and other edible items to give donuts tons of personality! Each decorated donut is as […]

Candy Apple Treats

These cute apple treats are budget friendly and super easy to make. They’re fun as back-to-school party favors or to […]

Paper Plate Owl

Turn a plain paper plate into an adorable owl. This is a fun and easy project for kids of all […]

Homemade Bath Bombs

Homemade bath bombs are fun and easy to make, with options like dried flowers or herbs, essential oils, and colors […]

Silly Craft Stick Scarecrows

Gather your craft sticks, craft foam and other supplies to make these cute little silly scarecrows. This is a fun […]

Marshmallow Pumpkins

Celebrate fall with sweet pumpkin treats made from marshmallows and colored sugar. They are so easy to do.

Apple Garland

Even the youngest of crafters can help create these cute contact paper apples. Put them together to make a pretty […]

Pencil Cookies

Get your kids into the kitchen to help them make these pencil cookies for back to school! These tasty cookies, […]

Halloween Treat Cups

Celebrate Halloween with Frankenstein, Jack O’Lanterns, monsters, and eyes peeking out from the dark! These fun treat cups are a […]

Sewn Paper Footballs

This fun football craft gives little hands lots of fine motor practice as they sew with yarn. Give it a […]

Fuzzy Monster

This monster project is a great craft to make with construction paper and shredded colored paper. Monsters are great for […]

Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Footprint Unicorn

Trace your foot (or your shoe) and turn it into a colorful unicorn! This easy activity is a wonderful way […]

Fall Scavenger Hunt

Help your kids to appreciate the beauty of fall with this free printable fall scavenger hunt. It’s a wonderful way […]

School Art Display

Transform a pants hanger into a cute school-themed display for your child’s masterpieces. This easy project is a great way […]

“Art Rocks” Guitars

If you believe that “Art Rocks!” then try this awesome guitar project. There’s so much room for creativity as children […]

Sunflower Mason Jar Centerpieces

Fill mason jar centerpieces with fresh sunflowers for a beautiful summer or fall celebration. These pretty jars are decorated with […]

Fall Leaf Cookies

These beautiful cookies are made using only one size of decorating tip! This is a wonderful project for children to […]

Paper Plate Sperm Whale

This paper plate sperm whale project features a fun dimensional element. Wiggle the plate and the whale appears to be […]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Owl

These chocolate and peanut butter owls are as tasty as they are cute. This is a fun treat for fall […]

Candy Apple Quickies

Welcome fall with these colorful chocolate candy apples. They’re easy to make, with lots of room for creativity, and taste […]

Monster Gift Box

This cute monster-themed gift box is made from a cardboard tube. It is just the right size for holding small […]

Popsicle Stick Crows

Crows are often associated with fall and Halloween. These popsicle stick crows are a fun seasonal project for kids of […]

Michigan Love Mitten Ornament

Show your Michigan love with this cute ornament idea. The tutorial includes instructions for the felt version shown, or for […]

Mason Jar Solar Light

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to dress up your outdoor space, make some mason jar solar […]

Melting Rainbow Cake

Make a beautiful and colorful “melting” rainbow cake that’s perfect for any celebration. It’s so fun and easy to do!

Dachshund Cupcakes

Have a bow wow wonderful good time eating these delicious chocolate dachshund cupcakes. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for dessert […]

Marbled Pottery Painting

This is a new take on the “drip-painting” trend. Let the kids get involved and the result is a gorgeous, […]

Craft Stick Watermelon

Watermelon and summertime go hand in hand. Here’s a cute summertime watermelon-themed sign you and your kids will love!

Oobleck

Keep the kids entertained and learning with Oobleck. It is like slime, but it’s both a solid and a liquid. […]

Nutrition Unit: Creating Vegetable Packaging

To encourage healthy eating, have kids research vegetables then create appealing packaging that promotes the vegetable’s nutritional value and other […]

Ladybug Tic Tac Toe

Turn a few medium sized rocks and a wooden tray into an adorable ladybug tic tac toe game. It’s easy […]

Dinosaur Egg Candle Holder

Follow the steps to make a fun ‘dinosaur egg’ candle holder. Air-dry clay makes it very easy.

Watermelon Self Portrait

Create a summer-themed watermelon self portrait using construction paper. Personalize your hair and skin tone, match your hair style, add […]

Paper Bag Scarecrow

Celebrate fall by making this friendly scarecrow. Start with a paper bag and then let your creativity go wild!

Sunflower Kissing Balls

Create beautiful decorations in minutes using faux flowers and a surprising piece of sports equipment! Choose different flowers to fit […]

Rapunzel’s Tower

Raid the recycling bin to create this fabulous tower for that beloved princess, Rapunzel. It will be a hit with […]