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!

Pet Memorial Heart Box

Create a memorial heart box to hold a beloved pet’s photo, collar, tags, or other memorabilia after they’ve passed. Customize […]

Alcohol Ink Ornaments

Learn how to paint glass globe ornaments with colorful alcohol inks. It’s so much fun and the results are stunning!

Cork Reindeer

Turn a used cork into a cute little reindeer. It makes a fun ornament or topper for a gift.

Shredded Paper Snowman

Next time you empty the shredder, use the shredded paper to make these fun snowmen. It’s a great way to […]

St. Lucia and Star Boy Ornaments

Santa Lucia is a big part of Swedish (and other Scandinavian) holiday traditions. Honor that tradition by make these adorable […]

Paper Plate Penguin

Make an easy penguin craft using a paper plate that you paint and fold. A fun winter project or great […]

Concertina Angel

This paper angel craft just as much fun for grown-ups as it is for children. Make it together to get […]

Pine Cone Elves

These adorable little elves are made from supplies found in nature. Hang them as ornaments or use them as cute […]

How to Make a Yoda Softy

Here is an easy tutorial on how to make a Yoda softy for that special little Star Wars lover. My […]

Origami Christmas Stars

Turn wrapping paper scraps into a beautiful origami star. Whip up one of these cuties in under 5 minutes, and […]

Tinsel Bell Ornaments

These pretty ornaments are made from tinsel and paper cups. Make a bunch of these and hang them as a […]

Candy Cane Mice

These sweet little felt mice will hold all your candy canes and keep them safe.

Cardboard Tube Cardinal

Celebrate winter and nature’s beauty by creating this fun and bright cardinal. It starts with a simple cardboard tube.

Craft Stick Snowflake

Turn plain wooden craft sticks into a sparkly snowflake door decoration in a few simple steps using paint and glitter. […]

Snowman Cookies

Bring the snow inside with these peanut butter snowman cookies. They’re really easy to make and are as cute as […]

Snoopy on Ice Picture Frame

Display your favorite winter photo with this fun Peanuts picture frame featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy. It’s perfect for […]

Diamond Art Gingerbread Family

This festive decoration features a gingerbread character for each member of the family, joined together with hearts. Each person can […]

Salt Dough Snowman Ornament

Salt Dough Snowman Ornament Salt dough is so fun for kids and makes great ornaments. This snowman has character and […]

Recycled Can Christmas Centerpiece

Believe it or not, these beautiful centerpieces start with empty soup cans! From there, add simple decorations to create jaw-dropping […]

Pipe Cleaner Wreath Ornament

Turn pipe cleaners into a festive wreath ornament. This simple project looks fantastic on the tree, as a gift topper, […]

Happy Holidays Santa Sign

Use Christmas die-cuts to make a super easy holiday sign that looks great. This is a fun craft for kids […]

Snowman Candy Pots

Turn a clay pot into an adorable snowman candy gift pot. It’s a great gift for teachers, the mail carrier, […]

Football Party Favors

Planning a football-themed party or hosting a Super Bowl party? These paper footballs are a fun way to hold party […]

Candy Kiss Mouse Ornament

Learn how to make cute ornaments using 2 candy kisses and a few other supplies. They’re great for gifts or […]

Washi Tape Gift Tags

These adorable little gift cards take hardly any time at all to make. They start with index cards and washi […]

Snowman Pizza

Have some fun for lunch during winter by making this snowman shaped pizza with your kids. The kids will love […]

Snowman Milk Bottles

Dress up milk bottles to look like adorable snowmen! These are so much fun to use throughout winter.

Christmas Card Place Settings

Put the kids in charge of making these unique Christmas place card settings. Simply print, cut, and add a pipe […]

Paper Plate Christmas Tree Garland

Turn paper plates into a garland of beautiful Christmas trees! Decorate them with buttons, sequins, craft foam, construction paper, or […]

Nerf Bullseye Target

Create a felt target for Nerf Tag to use for practice or for competitions. No sewing required!

Paper Plate Angel

Make a fun and colorful angel using a paper plate and your handprints. It’s a great project for kids to […]

Tortilla Snowflakes

Turn plain tortillas into a fun winter’s day treat! Dust them with powdered sugar for an extra sweet touch.

Edible Snow Globes

You will not believe how easy these edible snow globes are to make! They start with store-bought peppermint patties and […]

A Frosty Breakfast

Get the kids out of bed and to the table by dishing up our snowman breakfast. Made from eggs, pancakes, […]

Santa Hat Pretzels

Add some fun to your party table this holiday season by serving these adorable Santa hat pretzels. They’re a sweet […]

Milk Carton Dreidel

Playing the dreidel game and eating lots of gelt is one of the best parts about the Hanukkah celebration. To […]

Heart Diamond Art

Just because crafts come in a kit doesn’t mean you have to follow the directions! This heart was intended to […]

Snowy Handprint Tree

Snowy Handprint Tree This fun snow scene is made using your child’s handprint, which also makes it a great keepsake […]

Leaf Turkeys

These gobblers proudly display real leaves for their feathers. This is a fun project for your kids on Turkey Day!

Waxed Hanging Leaves

Dip leaves in wax to preserve them all season long. These will look beautiful hanging in a window.

Mushroom House

Using a paper cup and a paper plate along with some color and imagination, you can put together this sweet […]

Disney Advent Calendar

Make your own Disney Advent calendar and count down the days to Christmas! Simply print, cut, glue,  and mount. The […]

Beaded Napkin Rings

Here’s a simple and beautiful craft for kids~ beaded napkin rings. They’re easy to make and kids love being able […]

Colorful Turkey Craft

Turn paper plates into colorful turkeys featuring unique color palettes. This is a great craft to keep the kids busy […]

Easy Candy Advent Calendar

Count down to Christmas with this tasty version of an Advent calendar. It’s easy to make and lots of fun.

Joy Bottle Centerpieces

Turn empty bottles into a beautiful centerpiece for winter. Decorated with stickers and lace burlap ribbon, this project is a […]

Turkey S’mores Pops

These tasty turkey pops are actually s’mores! They’re a cute way to celebrate Thanksgiving and would be so much fun […]

Cookie Turkey Pop

These adorable cookie and candy on a stick turkeys are a great craft for kids on Thanksgiving. Gobble this turkey […]