Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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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!

Cupcake Liner Birds

These adorable birds are made from cupcake liners. Pick different colors and make a whole flock.

Craft Foam Worm

This clever worm craft will hold its shape when bent. A cute project for a rainy day (when worms are […]

Money Cake

Turn an ordinary cake into something extra-special by hiding money in the cake! An easy way to make a celebration […]

Cereal Box Postcards

Kids love sending and receiving mail. How fun would it be to receive one of these colorful postcards, made completely […]

Good Luck Stones

This fun craft is inspired by indigenous good luck stones from Australia. The tutorial includes suggestions for different ages and […]

Pencil Goal Post

  Follow the directions to make this fun pencil goal post. With a little practice, you’ll soon be yelling, “Touchdown!”

Tic Tac Matzo

Leftover matzo from Passover? Turn it into a game board and play a round of Tic Tac Matzo!

Stenciled Votives

Use self-adhesive letters, spray paint and sealant to make these pretty stenciled votives. Spell out a name, sentiment, season, or […]

Portrait Collage

Use paper scraps, googly eyes, yarn and other materials to make a Portrait Collage for Mom on Mother’s Day or […]

Rainbow Pudding Pops

Help the kids make beautiful rainbow pudding pops! These tasty treats are so much fun on a warm afternoon. This […]

Yarn Chandelier

Turn yarn and embroidery hoops into a clever and unique yarn chandelier that you can hang indoors or out. This […]

Princess Cupcakes

These cupcakes proudly display the tall hat and flowing ribbons of a fairy-tale princess. This is a project any princess […]

Bee-Themed Number Matching Game

Transform pipe cleaners, googly eyes, clothespins and a few other basic craft materials into adorable bees. Use the bees to […]

Sugar Cookie Garden Stone

Frost a large sugar cookie with cookies ‘n cream frosting then decorate it to look like a garden stone for […]

Ladybug Apples

Three simple ingredients come together to make these adorable, edible ladybugs. This is a fun project to pair with a […]

Football Pen Holder

Start with a recycled can and some felt to make this football pen holder for Father’s Day. Change the message […]

Paper Plate Bluebird

Make your own flock of birds out of paper plates and paint. Kids will love creating these pretty bluebirds, but […]

Clay Pot Bee

This terra cotta pot bee is such a fun craft for kids. It’s so bright and cheery, perfect for spring. 

Cute Bear Hair Clip

This adorable bear barrette is a fun way to introduce kids to sewing. Follow the steps to make the bear, […]

Sticker I Spy

This Sticker I Spy is really easy to make and will keep the kids busy for a long time!

Rock Dominoes

Next time your kids go on a nature walk, have them collect small flat stones. Paint the rocks to look […]

Sunflower Marshmallow Pops

Make something yummy to eat while it’s sunny! These cute little desserts are a delightful treat for spring or summer. […]

Sombrero Hat Egghead Cookies

Easily turn recycled plastic Easter eggs into sombrero hat cookies with a candy surprise! This is a fun edible project […]

Woven Cereal Box Sun

Using some cardboard from a cereal box and some yarn, your kids can make this adorable woven sun! It’s a […]

Paper Plate Ladybug

Use paper plates to create these adorable ladybugs. It’s a fun and easy spring craft for kids.

A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes

These miniature marble mazes are made from repurposed cardboard boxes and drinking straws. This is such a fun project that […]

Matzo Lion Snack

Turn leftover matzo into an adorable lion snack using cereal and other pantry basics. Get creative and see what other […]

Paper Mobile

Think creatively while you make a pretty mobile to hang on the wall. You only need a few simple supplies […]

Daisy Cakes

These beautiful little daisies are ‘painted’ using cake batter (it’s a surprisingly easy technique!). Add the tiny daisy cakes to […]

Cardboard Tube Binoculars

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a pair of binoculars that are perfect for pretend play. Use them indoors or out. 

Strawberry Cookies

Make sugar cookies that look just like real strawberries. A fun and tasty activity to do with your kids. Great […]

Easy Spring Wreath

Making a cute spring wreath takes barely any time with the handy printable. The tutorial includes options for English, Spanish, […]

Alligator Cookie Pop

Turn Nutter Butters and a few other store-bought ingredients into adorable Alligator Cookie Pops. This  is such a fun project […]

Cardboard Tube Beaded Butterfly

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into adorable butterflies for spring! Attach a magnet and stick it on the fridge or attach […]

Cheesy Bee Appetizers

These cheesy bee appetizers are almost too cute to eat! Not only are they adorable, but they are healthy and […]

Cottontail Snack

Make a yummy cheddar-coated cottontail snack with Kix cereal. This Easter treat is so easy with the included bunny printable.

Sponge Butterfly Magnets

Turn plain kitchen sponges into adorable butterfly refrigerator magnets. This clever craft is a fun way to celebrate the season.

Water Bottle Bowling

Turn plastic water bottles into colorful bowling pins! This is a great game for kids of all ages and is […]

Bean Bag Football Toss

This football-themed bean bag toss is a perfect indoor game. It’s also a wonderful way to practice addition!

Daffodil Candy Cups

Fill these cute daffodil candy cups with an easy lemon mousse, candy, pudding, ice cream, or even little cookies. It’s […]

Wooden Spoon Puppets

Put those old wooden spoons to a new use (or you can always buy a new set for this fun […]

Make Your Own Chocolate Bunnies

These do-it-yourself chocolate bunnies are made with a chocolate mold. Adding a ribbon, eye and bow makes a cute little […]

No Bake Marshmallow Lamb Cookies

These little lambs are completely edible. Made from marshmallows, graham crackers, and dried fruit, even the littlest of hands can […]

75+ Recycled Can Crafts

There are plenty of fun can crafts you can make using coffee cans, vegetable and tomato cans, and even tuna […]

Fuzzy Pink Bunny Slipper Cookies

Turn store-bought Nutter Butter Cookies into these adorable slippers. These tasty bunny treats are great fun for Easter or for […]

Cardboard Tube Superman

Make this fun Superman craft using a cardboard tube and construction paper. It’s easy using the free pattern included in […]

Ice Cream Cone Name Art

Turn your name into a multi-scoop ice cream cone! Each person who makes this clever craft will end up with […]

Plastic Bottle Planter

Turn a plastic bottle into a cool hanging garden. It’s very inexpensive way and you can hang your completed garden […]

Baby Chick Cheese Balls

Turn tiny little cheese balls into super cute chicks for Easter dinner. Kids will have a blast getting in the […]

‘Thanks a Minion!’ Card

Tell someone ‘Thanks a Minion!’ with this adorable card. It’s a fun project to do with a group, as each […]

Newspaper Shark

This fun recycling project uses newspaper to make a shark. It’s easy to do and each shark has his own […]

Asimevo Cloth Drawing

Draw Ewe Asimevo cloth using gel pens on black construction paper. It’s a wonderful way to learn more about this […]

LEGO Batman Party Cup

Transform a plain black cup into LEGO Batman in just a few steps. It makes a great party decoration and […]

Dotty Butterfly

Celebrate spring with these colorful dotty butterflies. They’re made from easy-to-use items like paper plates, chenille stems, and pom poms.

Duck Handprint Craft

This fun duck handprint craft is so cute! Incorporate it into lessons about birds, ducks, riparian habitats, and more.

Nutter Butter Chicks

These little chicks are easy enough for children to make. The stick makes a great handle for easy dipping.