Fun Family Crafts

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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!

Bunny Twinkies

Sweet snack cake bunnies made from Twinkies and modeling chocolate. Fun for animal or farm themed parties …and of course, […]

Paper Plate Shark

This adorable shark craft is made from a paper plate and blue paper. A great craft for the boys too. […]

Recycled Denim Flower Magnets

Turn worn-out kid’s jeans into a fun and useful magnet.  It’s great as a gift for Mother’s Day or even […]

Jar of Joy

A gift for the teacher from all of the students. Fill a jar full of paper hearts showing your appreciation.

Clothespin Hungry Fish

Make a colorful school of adorable fish using wooden clothespins and scrapbook paper! A fun craft for the kids.

May Day Paper Plate Basket

This pretty May Day basket is lined with flowers and topped with special little handprints. A simple Mother’s Day craft […]

Lion and Lamb Cupcakes

No matter what the weather is like at the start of March, our lion and lamb cupcakes will have you […]

Flower Power Candy Cups

Turn paper cups and pretty scrapbook paper into springtime bloomin’ candy cups. Perfect to hold party treats or use to […]

Easter Bunny Cake

Start a tradition with your kids by making our bunny cake with them every year at Easter time. Take pictures […]

Edible Finger Paints

Toddlers love to finger paint and with our edible homemade paints, you won’t have to worry about them sticking their […]

Marshmallow Baby Chicks

These adorable marshmallow chicks fit perfectly into plastic eggs and then into a lunchbox, briefcase or a purse for a […]

Camp Banner

Decorate construction paper with colorful buttons and hang this banner above your bunk, on the door or on the wall […]

Cardboard Tube Chicks

While these cute chicks are great anytime, these are ideal for Easter. All you need are cardboard tubes, paint and […]

Sticker Grid Greeting Cards

Create beautiful cards in minutes using a fun technique using stickers. It’s really easy and the results are beautiful.

Moon Pie Pops

Make the earth on the moon! This is a simple edible craft for Earth Day using Moon Pies and some […]

Paper Loop Chick

These adorable little chicks will delight kids of all ages. Easy to make from construction paper, feathers and pipe cleaners, […]

Bunny Raspberry Hand Pies

These raspberry hand pies are so easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! Even the youngest of bakers can help […]

Easter Carrot Crescents

Don’t let those eggs from your Easter egg hunt go to waste – make egg salad from them and stuff […]

Dog in a Dog

The kids will have so much fun helping with this dog-shaped hotdog recipe. It’s easy, tasty and so incredibly cute, […]

Easter Cross Wreath

Teach the kids about recycling as your craft this Easter wreath. String cardboard tubes onto a wreath-shaped hanger and then […]

Flower Bobby Pins

Create pretty silk flower hair pins to wear this spring. This project requires adult supervision.

Pixelated Bunny

Use stickers to create a cool pixelated bunny. After you’ve mastered the rabbit, start making your own designs!

“You’re Amazing” Bunny Card

Create an adorable bunny card for someone special using construction paper or cardstock. The bunny is sure to brighten anyone’s […]

Bunny Handprint Cards

These handprint bunnies are quick and easy to make and look so incredibly cute! Whip up a set to send […]

Easter Egg Puzzle Game

Kids will have to work together to find out where their Easter baskets have been hidden! A fun way to […]

Bunny Napkin Rings

Just in time for Easter, these bunny napkin rings will add a touch of whimsy to your Easter table. Made […]

Wolf Felt Finger Puppet

Felt finger puppets are a ton of fun and surprisingly simple to make. Once you get the hang of this, […]

Monster Sandwiches

These delicious monster sandwiches are quick and easy to make and are sure to make lunchtime fun! Serve them during […]

Swirly Pop Fruit Pizzas

Bake some large round cookies, frost with a cream cheese filling and decorate with fruit to look like a Swirly […]

Frame Key Holder

This frame key holder is quick and easy to make, inexpensive, and unique. Make one now and you’ll never wonder […]

Gumball Machine Magazine Mosaic

Create beautiful art using junk mail! Made out of pages from magazine, these pretty mosaics will look great framed and […]

Paper Plate Clown Puppet

Make fun circus clown puppets from paper plates and other supplies. The kids will love making them and having their […]

Noah’s Ark Paper Plate Craft

This Noah’s Ark craft has room for plenty of animals. Kids will love creating it and arranging the animals two […]

Muy Caliente Rice Krispie Treats

Turn ordinary rice krispie treats into something really special this Cinco de Mayo! These peppers may look muy caliente, but […]

Morse Code Bracelets

These easy bracelets are a great way to share a secret message, or keep a special name/birthday with you always. […]

Easter Egg Bath Bombs

These Easter egg bath bombs are easy to make and double as a fun activity for kids on a rainy […]

Botanical Gift Bags

Embellish plain gift bags with beautiful botanical prints. It’s easy to do and makes your gifts that much more special.

Pom Pom Easter Egg Painting

Try painting with pom poms and clothespins! This fun Easter activity is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Sprinkle Cake Pop Cones

No need to worry about these tipped ice cream cones – they’re cake pops! They’re a fun addition to a […]

Denim Bookmark

Turn denim or other heavyweight fabrics into beautiful bookmarks to keep or give as thoughtful gifts. Learn how to make […]

Mommy Macarons

The kids will have a blast decorating macarons to look like their mommies! A fun group project or just for […]

Butterfly Hair Bow

These butterfly hair bows are so simple to make with fabric scraps. Girls of all ages will love wearing these […]

Spring Cake Pops

It’s hard to tell that these pretty tulips are made out of cake! These cake pop flowers are easy to […]

Cardboard Chalk Robot

Make a cardboard chalk robot that you can doodle, draw and write on over and again! It’s easy to do.

Mendel Monsters

Explore dominant and recessive genes through artwork. This fun art lesson helps kids understand the science of basic inherited genetics.

Shamrock Barrette

Add this lucky charm barrette to your child’s St. Patrick’s Day wear. Made from felt, these shamrocks are easily hand […]

Egg Carton Animals

Don’t throw away that egg carton! Use it to make this adorable chick, bird and bunny.

Giant Recycled Flower

Gather up a few things from your kitchen and recycling bin to create this giant spring flower. Paper plates, paper cups, […]

Cone Critters

These adorable cone critters are the perfect way to display Easter candy. Make a few to hang around the house […]

Basketball Handprint Painting

This simple painting starts with tracing your hands, adding a few simple shapes, and then painting it in. It’s a […]

Trinity Cross

This fun Sunday school activity celebrates Lent. Kids of all ages can take part in arranging clothespins on a craft […]

Egg Carton Flower Magnets

Turn egg cartons into beautiful flower magnets! This kid-friendly activity is quick, easy and turns out great every time.

Leprechaun Hat Craft

Turn an empty cardboard tube into a cute and happy leprechaun hat! It’s such a fun activity for St. Patrick’s […]

Easter Chicks

Turn an array of vegetables into these adorable spring chicks. Kids will want to eat their veggies when they see […]

Jelly Bean Door Decoration

Kids of all ages can create their own personalized letter decoration using their favorite colors of jellybeans! Perfect for decorating […]