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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!

DIY Herb Pot

Turn an empty can, some burlap, ribbon and glue into a rustic planter in no time. Give your plants a […]

Polka Dot Storage Jars

Make a set of these pretty storage jars by dotting clean jars with puffy paint. It’s an easy project that […]

UFO Sandwich

Start with any of your favorite sandwiches and dress it up, alien-style! This is easy to make and so incredibly […]

Yarn Hearts

Wrap yarn around hearts made from rustic floral wire. Hang them in the window for Valentine’s Day or tuck in […]

Heart Flowers

This simple craft is perfect for even the youngest of kids. These are great for birthdays, Mother’s Day or Valentine’s […]

Colored Pencil Jewelry

Turn colored pencils into necklaces and a trivet. This makes an awesome gift for a teacher and is great fun […]

Mini Football Field Craft

Kids will love making this easy mini football field craft! It’s simple to do and can be customized with your […]

Sweetheart Cupcakes

This delicious Valentine’s treat combines the flavors of chocolate and cherry. Instead of frosting the cupcakes, try stuffing the icing […]

Groundhog Hot Dogs

On Feb. 2, the groundhog always takes center stage as we anxiously wait to hear if spring is on its […]

Lego Soap

Using glycerin soap and a Lego ice cube tray, you can make ever the ever-popular Lego soap for your house. […]

Felt Groundhog Finger Puppets

Little crafters will have fun gluing pieces of felt together to make groundhog finger puppets. It’s an easy craft for […]

Twine Heart Garland

This beautiful heart garland can be hung for Valentine’s Day and left out for the rest of the year. All […]

Groundhog Day Felt Playset

This fun project uses only felt and scissors (googly eyes are optional) to create a fun Groundhog Day play set. […]

Tissue Paper Hearts

Don’t get rid of torn or wrinkled tissue paper… use it to make these beautiful hearts. It’s a fun Valentine’s […]

Super Bowl Seven Layer Dip

Get ready for the Super Bowl (or a sports-themed birthday party) with this cute take on seven layer dip. Fun […]

Wild Hearts

This linked heart project, made with oil pastels and paint, is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Try traditional colors or something […]

Game Day Football Brownies

Make everyone smile with football brownies for the big game! Kids and adults will love making and eating them.

Groundhog Day Desserts

Grab the kids and head into the kitchen to whip up these super cute Groundhog Day desserts. Made from favorites […]

Cupid’s Bow and Arrow

This easy craft is lots of fun for Valentine’s Day. All you need are glittery pipe cleaners, paint and dowels.

Rice Krispie Treat Dragons

Rice Krispie Treats and Fruit Roll Ups are used to make these adorable dragons. Serve them for Chinese New Year […]

Paper Roll Love Birds

Learn how to make these cute love birds from cardboard tubes and glitter. They couldn’t be cuter!

Smiley Face Lollipops

We promise lots of smiles when you hand out our smiley face lollipops! Oreo Cakesters are hidden inside, while the […]

Oreo Penguins

Turn Oreo cookies into adorably imperfect penguins. This is a fun project that kids will love.

On the Go Activity Book

Keep the kids busy while in the car, the store, or a restaurant with this felt activity book. Complete with […]

Photo Board Game Pieces

Add family photos to recycled plastic bottle caps to make your own personalized board game pieces. Use pics of family, […]

Valentine Mailbox

Transform a dollar store find into a beautiful Valentine’s Day mailbox. Filled with candy or other treats, this is the […]

Flamingo Valentine

Show everyone how much you care this Valentine’s Day with flamingo valentines. They’re fun, cute and totally unique!

Groundhog Goodies

Whether or not he sees his shadow, this little groundhog is adorable either way! This is a really fun treat […]

Crown of Hearts

Turn a paper plate and construction paper into a Valentine’s Day crown that’s fit for royalty! Use paint and glitter […]

Tic-Tac-Toe Hearts

When you think Valentine’s Day, what comes to mind? Hearts, red & pink, and crafts, right? All three of those […]

Marshmallow Love Bugs

Give your special valentine one of these adorable totally edible love bugs for a sweet Valentine’s Day treat. You are […]

Bunny Treats

Peas and carrots candy is so cute! It’s even more cute with an adorable bunny topper that’s fun and easy […]

Drawstring Backpack

Follow the simple steps to learn how to make a drawstring backpack, with or without a pocket. This makes a […]

Cardboard Tube Penguins

Recycle some cardboard tube by making these adorable penguins. They’re perfect for a zoo unit or just for talking about […]

Crayon Hearts

Decorate your windows for Valentine’s Day with these beautiful translucent hearts made from waxed paper and crayons. It’s a great […]

Rose Valentine Bookmarks

These pretty paper rose bookmarks are perfect for giving on Valentine’s Day. Attach a note saying “You hold a special […]

Penguin Bead Pet

This cute penguin pony bead project is great for a wintery afternoon. Use it as a keychain or hang it […]

Paper Plate Peace Doves

Make these sweet peace doves on paper plates to honor Dr. King’s message of peace and harmony. This is a […]

Earmuff Penguin

What is cuter than a penguin? A construction paper penguin wearing earmuffs and a scarf! This is a great project […]

Chocolate Love Bug Valentine

This Love Bug covering a heart-shaped box of chocolates is a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for friends or family. The tutorial […]

Super Bowl Party Favor

These candy-filled Super Bowl party favors are bound to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Make them in […]

Snowball Fight Cupcakes

These snowball fight cupcakes will add lots of fun and smiles to any winter themed party. They’re tasty, too!

Valentine Wreath

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this cute and easy-to-make heart door wreath. It’s a quick project that is fun to […]

Reading Pillow

This easy sewing craft is perfect for anyone who loves to cuddle up with a good book and soft pillow. […]

Sock Doll Bowling Set

Create an indoor-friendly bowling set made out of socks. The characters double as dolls for pretend play and will inspire […]

Penguin Pancakes

Make your own penguin pancakes for an extra special wintertime breakfast. They’re made with chocolate pancakes, whipped cream, and oranges.

Polar Bear Mask

The kids will love creating this cute polar bear mask! The furry texture is white tissue paper. This would be […]

Freedom Friend Puppets

Freedom Friends Puppets Share Martin Luther King’s belief in peace and friendship with these freedom puppets. It’s a fun way […]

Mosaic Penguin

This little penguin is all dressed up and ready to play in the snow! Mosaics are lots of fun for […]

Cardboard Tube Pillow Box

These cute pillow boxes are made with cardboard tubes. They are perfect for wrapping jewelry or other small gifts.

Toilet Paper Roll Snowmen

Make a fun winter craft with these cute cardboard tube snowmen. There are so many possibilities to stretch your creativity […]

Mitten Lacing

By lacing mittens with yarn, kids are not only having fun crafting but also improving their fine motor skills at […]

Canning Jar Lid Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled canning jar lid! It’s a fun winter project for kids.

Easy Cloth Dolls

Use textile markers and fabric to create these dolls that are one-of-a-kind. This is a wonderful beginning sewing project for […]

Quilted Mini Trees

These festive trees make wonderful Christmas ornaments or gift tags. Use scraps for this beginner sewing project!