Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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!

Jellyfish Pull Piñata

This Jellyfish Pull Piñata is so cute and great fun for a party. It’s easy to make using cardboard, streamers, […]

Peek-a-Boo Squirrel Puppet

Kids will love creating this adorable Peek-A-Boo Squirrel Puppet to play with during the fall and winter months!

Perler Bead Guitar

This cool guitar is easy to make using Perler Beads. It’s a fun project to accompany a study of music.

Garden Carrot Snack

Edible crafts are so much fun! This cute carrot is really easy to make, tastes yummy, and is a healthy […]

Three Little Pigs Playset

Turn empty cardboard tubes into the Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf. Follow the directions to make three […]

Football Slice Cookies

By using an impression mat, you can achieve a realistic-looking leather football cookie. They’re fun to make and really tasty!

Minion Bark

This bright yellow chocolate bark is topped with Minions, blue sprinkles and bananas. It is so easy and couldn’t be […]

Colorful Patterned Owls

These paper plate owls are so colorful and fun! Use your creativity to design your own pattern and color combinations.

Oreo Bumblebee

This Oreo treat is as cute as can BEE! Turn Oreos into adorable bumblebees using simple store-bought items.

Toothy Pumpkins

These toothy pumpkins are so cute and each is one of a kind! Simple instructions will have your kids creating […]

Dragon Veggie Quesadilla

This Dragon Quesadilla is easy to make and a great way to load the kids up on veggies! It’s a fun […]

Spooky Pipe Cleaner Spiders

These spooky spiders are easy to make, inexpensive, and completely mess-free… the perfect project for a Halloween party or get-together. […]

Felt Apple Worm

This felt craft can make a great gift for a teacher.  Follow the directions to sew this project, or simply […]

Pumpkin Display

Decorate for fall with a cool autumnal display. Paint stripes, dots, and diamonds on paper mache pumpkins, then add glittery […]

Tissue Paper Acorn

Need another great fall craft idea? Why not make a this tissue paper acorn? You probably remember making similar tissue […]

Ear of Corn Cookies

These pinata-style cookies are so much fun! Serve them for a summer barbecue, Thanksgiving, or any time in between.

Owl Cards

These owl cards are as easy to make as they are cute! Start with patterned paper or construction paper and […]

Twirly Triangle Box

Make your own Twirly Triangle Boxes using this printable.  These boxes are wonderful to hold party favors, to use as […]

Faces from Fall Leaves

Collect fall leaves and other natural objects like walnuts, sticks etc and make cute leaf faces! Fun activity for fall.

Lavender Sugar Scrub

Sooth your senses with a homemade sugar scrub with lavender buds that doubles up as a moisturizer. Keep some for […]

Paper Quilt

Turn patterned paper scraps into beautiful paper quilts. This fun activity has so much room for creativity. Every quilt looks […]

Spaceship Party Toss Game

Make a pie pan spaceship to use for a fun party game. See who can throw the spaceship most accurately through […]

T-Shirt Headband

Turn your old t-shirt into your new favorite headband. This easy sewing project is a great way to give new […]

Toilet Paper Pumpkins

These lovely burlap pumpkins are crazy easy to make, using items you probably already have on hand. Give them a […]

Camping Memory Game

This clever memory game is made from paper and cardboard, with a fun camping theme. Find all the items needed […]

Big-Eyed Owl Cake

This big-eyed owl cake is a hoot to make! The cake is made with a round cake pan so you […]

Name Skeleton

Turn your name into a skeleton, perfect for Halloween! This is a great activity for a group or class setting, […]

Tutu Cupcakes

Make adorable tutu cupcakes using Nutter Butter cookies and white (or pink!) frosting. They’re perfect for a princess-themed party, a ballet recital, […]

Pumpkin Hat

Make a cute pumpkin hat using a paper bowl. Fun to wear for Halloween, Thanksgiving or on any other fall […]

Ladybug Apple Snacks

Make a cute ladybug with healthy snack ingredients. Turn your raisins, apples and peanut butter into the cutest bugs of […]

Hedgehog Candy

With only four ingredients, these no-bake candies are so fast and easy to make. Not only that, they’re tasty and […]

Tissue Paper Apples

Create apples that look good enough to eat using tissue paper and liquid starch. This is a great use for […]

RIbbon Barrettes

Remember the ribbon barrettes girls made in the early 1980’s? They’re just as fun and fashionable today as they were […]

Felt Tooth Fairy Pillow

Young children will love to help make their very own tooth fairy pillow!  Adults will need to do most of […]

Pointillism Bookmark

Teach kids about the art technique of Pointillism with this fun, easy bookmark project.  Create any design – there is […]

Paper Mice

Make some quick and cute mice using construction paper, yarn, and a googly eye! This would be a fun project […]

Easy Toothpick Painting

Learn how to make easy and beautiful toothpick paintings! It’s as fun for adults as it is for kids and […]

Van Gogh Coffee Filter Sunflowers

Create a beautiful work of art inspired by Van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers’ using coffee filters and other basic craft materials. It’s […]

Thin Line Paracord Bracelet

Make this paracord bracelet with your favorite colors, or to represent a school or profession. Use a red line to […]

Miniature Clay Lemon Cake

Have any tiny friends to feed? Make a polymer clay miniature lemon cake or recreate any cake in miniature size.

Paper Witch Legs

Use scraps of cardstock and bits of lace to make some adorable witch legs. A fun Halloween decoration for your […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar Meal

Make mealtime extra fun with this cute plate based on Eric Carle’s Very Hungry Caterpillar! Read the book together, then […]

Oreo Pretzel Frogs

These are a fun, super easy treat that kids (big and small) will love. A fun project for spring or […]

No Sew Fabric Pumpkins

These frugal fabric pumpkins are made out of old t-shirts and outgrown clothing. Whip up a few to get ready […]

Paint and Stuff Football

These big paper footballs are made from recycled materials you probably have at home and are easy enough for even […]

Pineapple Cream Cheese Spread

Create a tasty spread that looks just like a pineapple! It’s a great addition to a tropical or beach themed […]

Mouse Donuts

Turn chocolate donuts into cute little mice. It couldn’t be easier and they make great gifts!

Babybel Cheese Angry Bird

Make a tasty snack that looks just like the red Angry Bird. Adults or older children will need to help […]