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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!

Egg Carton American Flag

Decorate an egg carton in red, white, and blue to create a simplified version of the American flag. It’s a […]

Egg Carton Buggy Mobile

This adorable mobile is a time consuming project, but the results are well-worth the time invested! You can shorten the […]

American Flag Jean Shorts

Decorate a pair of jean shorts to feature the American Flag in just three easy steps. The metallic blue and […]

Personalized Slap Bracelets

Are you looking for a fun project to make this summer? Then learn how to create custom slap bracelets, in […]

Driftwood Seahorse

If your kids like to pick up sticks take them home and make a piece of stunning art. This driftwood […]

Ice Cream Sundae Craft

This cute ice cream sundae craft isn’t as tasty as the real thing, as it’s made of construction paper and […]

Sparkly Patriotic Photo Frame

Craft a sparkling, patriotic picture frame inspired by the American flag. This easy craft takes time, but the results are […]

Gone Swimming Beach Plaque

Make a pretty plaque that shows off your beach treasures. Show off your found treasures of shells and driftwood.

Travel Tic Tac Toe Game

Create a portable tic tac toe game with a burlap sack and painted rocks. Carry this fun craft along to […]

Kid-Friendly Javelin

Don’t recycle your newspaper and cardboard tubes just yet! Use them to make this easy, fun, and totally safe javelin, […]

Tin Planters

Turn empty tin cans into gorgeous flower pots. Add a plant and you have a very inexpensive, thoughtful gift that […]

Cereal Box Robot

Turn empty boxes, lids, cans and other items into a one-of-a-kind robot. Let your imagination run wild with this recycled […]

Framed Sand Writing

Make memories of the beach by writing your name in the sand, photographing it and then framing it. Embellish the […]

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace Combine the fun of stringing beads and molding salt dough to make these patriotic necklaces. They’re […]

Coffee Grounds Fossils

Create these cool fossils from used coffee grounds. Kids can pretend they are on a real life dinosaur excavation!

Octopus Cupcakes

Make a splash at a beach or pool party with an armful of these ocean-themed treats. So fun and so […]

Egg Carton Lobster

Add some color to your next beach party with these bright red lobsters. They’re quick and easy to make using […]

Pony Bead Camp Bracelet

Pony Bead Camp Bracelet This cool project is great for almost any age. Working with beads is fun and this method is […]

Paper Plate Sand Dollars

It only takes a couple of simple steps to make these sweet sand dollars. This is a fun beach themed […]

Homemade Sidewalk Chalk

It only takes a few supplies to make your own sidewalk chalk. Blend colors to customize your chalk collection. Fun […]

Snake Pretzels

Homemade pretzels are easy to make and taste so good. Instead of the traditional shape, turn them into snakes for […]

Dots ‘n’ Spots

This stunning project is fun, simple, and inexpensive to make. Perfect for a home or school setting, with opportunities to […]

Patriotic Paper Chain

Pair red and white striped paper with blue construction paper, add some stars, and you have a beautiful patriotic paper […]

For a Dynamite Dad

Fill empty cardboard tubes with Dad’s favorite candy, then decorate them with construction paper, aluminum foil, pipe cleaners and stickers. […]

Bleach Pen T-Shirt

This summer, use a bleach pen to turn an old shirt into something new, fabulous, and one-of-a-kind! When the bleach […]

Flag Windsock

With a few simple supplies, your kids can help decorate for summer holidays with this easy red, white and blue […]

Folded Surprise Fish

Surprise animals are lots of fun to make – the folded artwork looks benign, but when you unfold the paper, […]

Sandcastle Cake

You don’t need to be a professional to make a darling sandcastle cake. This cake is perfect for all sorts […]

World’s Best Dad Trophy

World’s Best Dad Trophy Make Dad a shiny gold trophy for Father’s Day using foam cups. This trophy will show […]

Shell Beach Art

Next time you are at the beach, try your hand at making shell art. It’s easy and fun to do, […]

Father’s Day Rocket Card

Show Dad that he’s “out of this world” by giving him a rocket card personalized with pictures. The printable template […]

‘My Dad Rocks’ Keepsake Box

Surprise Dad with this ‘My Dad Rocks’ keepsake box for Father’s Day. It’s a simple handmade gift he’ll treasure.

DIY S’more Roasters

Here’s a fun craft to do before your next camping trip or cookout. Make your own s’more roasters using air-dry […]

Chocolate Graduation Cap Boxes

Stash cash and candy inside these edible boxes for all your graduates. No matter if it’s Kindergarten or college, all […]

Snail Name Art

This easy project uses your name to create the patterns on a snail’s shell. Each person’s name creates a different […]

Recycled Faux Cacti

These faux cacti recycled from plastic packaging are so fun to make and look great. Display these vibrant succulents on […]

Paper Plate Fish

Our old friend the paper plate once again is the foundation of this Paper Plate Fish craft. A fun ocean […]

Crochet Coasters

This pattern uses a single crochet spiral to form each coaster, rather than finishing off each row. These coasters make […]

Paper Whale

This adorable blue whale is easy, inexpensive, and quick to make. The instructions are in Bulgarian, but there is a […]

Party Crowns

These easy crowns are made with paper doilies. Young children will love creating their own crown for dress-up fun!

Little Golden Book Clock

You can turn a Little Golden Book into a clock in less than an hour with a mini quartz clock […]

Farm Animal Magnets

Chenille stems and felt scraps are used to make these adorable farm animal magnets. Easy to make from craft items […]

Rolling Tool Box Card

Wish Dad the happiest Father’s Day ever with this cool card. Foiled paper makes it easy and look great.

Queen Bee

This whimsical queen bee is a lot of fun to make. It’s a fun option when you’re searching for a […]

Father’s Day Pancakes

Surprise Dad with some fun Father’s Day pancakes! Sprinkles make them even more special. This would be a great activity […]

Graduation Cap Card

Way To Go Grad Card Help your favorite grad celebrate his/her achievement by making this homemade card for graduation. It […]