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!

Polar Bear Treats

Rice krispies treats are frosted and topped with polar bear decorations. A fun and edible treat for a wintery afternoon!

Lego Chess

Need to do something with all of those mismatched Legos? Turn all of those random Legos into an awesome chess […]

Hot Chocolate Dipping Spoons

Make a simple cup of hot cocoa extra special with these chocolate stirring spoons. Decorate the chocolate spoons with your […]

Watercolor Wand

This watercolor ribbon wand is a fun for wintertime pretend play, but equally fabulous for a Frozen birthday party. Your […]

Bottle Lamps

Bottle lamps are the perfect addition to any party or celebration. These lovely light-up bottles will make your event even […]

Pom Pom Flower Pot

Kids will love using pom poms to create a colorful flower pot. Use all one color or mix it up […]

Tinsel Garland Wreath

Get into the Christmas spirit with this 5 minute wreath. Simple but festive, this easy winter wreath requires just a […]

Peppermint Swirl Headband

Show your holiday spirit with a festive Peppermint Swirl Headband. This candy cane inspired craft is fun to make and […]

Unity Cup

Unity Cup The Kikombe Cha Umoja, or Unity Cup, is used on the sixth day of Kwanzaa to perform the […]

Jingle Bell Hand Kite

Waldorf Hand Kites are a simple homemade toy and a playroom staple. Make sweet Jingle Bell Hand Kites for all […]

Angel Finger Puppets

Introduce basic sewing to kids with this simple Angel Finger Puppet. It’s safe for young crafters and perfect for winter.

Wooden Christmas Tree

Use wood and fabric to create a unconventional Christmas tree to display this season. It’s a fun alternative (or supplement) […]

Punched Circle Christmas Tree

Punches are great for developing motor skills and kids love using them. Turn punched circles into a festive Christmas tree.

Candy Cane Reindeer

With a little yarn, some candy canes and lots of creativity, you can make your very own candy cane reindeer! […]

Rainbow Tree

Turn a plain white dollar store tree into a beautiful rainbow centerpiece. It couldn’t be easier!

DIY Snow Globes

Create your own snow globe this winter! It’s a fun way to show off a festive scene, save travel memories, […]

Edible Cranberry Slime

This cranberry slime recipe has only two ingredients and is completely edible. It’s so easy to make that kids can […]

Gingerbread Puffy Paint

Make your own Gingerbread Puffy Paint, a delicious-smelling winter sensory art experience. Sensory play mixed with winter crafts – what […]

280+ Ornament Crafts for Kids

The best thing about homemade ornaments is pulling them out each year and remembering the special time spent crafting together. […]

Santa’s Clothesline

Ho Ho Ho! Hang Santa’s clothesline from a shelf or even drape it on your tree for some whimsical fun!

Family Name Snowman

Create a darling snowman that showcases the names of the people in your family. There are suggestions for families bigger […]

Kwanzaa Place Cards

Decorate the Kwanzaa table with homemade place cards. It’s easy to turn clothespins into colorful candles!

Christmas Finger Puppets

What child doesn’t want to create and act in a play! These finger puppets will fill the playbill and continue […]

Stuffed Felt Unicorn

This adorable unicorn craft is sure to make you smile! It’s a simple felt sewing project, perfect for kids who […]

Cereal Box Snowman

Cereal Box Snowman Recycle an empty cereal box into this adorable snowman. This is a fantastic indoor activity on a […]

DIY Christmas Ornament Kits

Give the gift of creativity this holiday season! These Christmas ornament kits are easy to put together with scraps of […]

Holiday Gumdrop Pops

These adorable edible holiday characters will make a super fun project for the kids for Christmas.

Snowman Hat Pops

Simple snowman hats made with marshmallows, cookies and chocolate. The kids will have a blast putting these together. A great […]

Snowman Gift Tags

These snowmen gift tags are easy to make and are sure to dress up any gift.

Light Bulb Santa

This classic craft takes on a life of its own when you paint Santa’s face on a light bulb. Your […]

Nutcracker Coloring Sheets

Grab these Nutcracker coloring sheets and your favorite pens, colored pencils, or crayons. Pair this activity with a visit to […]

Reindeer Brownies

Serve adorable Reindeer Brownies at a holiday get-together. These tasty treats are fun to decorate and make for great holiday […]

Easy Snowman Ornament

This easy-to-make snowman ornament started as a baby food jar. This recycling project is lots of fun and inexpensive to […]

Santa Suit Candy Cup

Make these fun Santa Suit Candy Cups using red candy melts and a small plastic cup as a mold. It’s […]

Edible Christmas Lights

Two store bought candies are quickly transformed into festive Christmas lights that can be put in a candy dish, on […]

Printable Welcome Santa Sign

Welcome Santa with this DIY printable sign featuring 3D peppermint candies. It’s a fun part of a Christmas display.

Capitol Bingo

Next time you visit a State Capitol, take along this fun printable Bingo card! You can reward the kids for […]

Christmas Glitter Slime

Christmas Glitter Slime is a gorgeous science experiment meets sensory play. It makes a festive gift or a great snowy […]

Paper Snowmen

Make these simple paper snowmen to go with the book, Max and Mo Make a Snowman. This would be a […]

Clothespin Nativity

Make this adorable nativity scene to celebrate the reason for the season. A great way to share the story of […]

Pixie Dust Necklace

This super simple Pixie Dust Jar Necklace inspired by Disney’s Tinkerbell will delight youngsters who believe in the power of […]

S’mores Christmas Gift Pops

These yummy Christmas Gift Pops are made out of S’mores! This is a really cute edible project for the Christmas […]

Carpet Golf

Now the kids can play mini golf all year ‘round! Using items from around the house, create a fun course […]

Home Sweet Home Quilled Card

This simple quilled card shows that home is where the heart is. Send it to someone special or display it […]

Sequin Suncatcher Ornament

Hot glue is the secret to making this sparkly suncatcher that doubles as a Christmas ornament. Use red, green, and […]

Mason Jar Lid Snowman

This cute snowman made from mason jar canning bands is sure to be a conversation piece. Part rustic, part modern, […]

Desk Supplies Still Life

This clever still life project lets kids capture the supplies that are a part of their everyday lives. It will […]

Fall Napkin Luminaries

Get some festive paper napkins and use them to create beautiful fall luminaries. The decoupage technique couldn’t be easier and […]

Frosty Snowmen Pretzels

These tasty snowman treats are a fun and festive winter time project kids will love. Great for a winter themed […]

Chocolate Caramel Filled Pumpkins

Make sweet little realistic looking pumpkins for dessert this Thanksgiving or anytime during the fall. It’s a great project to […]

Mint Meltaway Snowmen

Just a few ingredients will make a delicious peppermint dough that can be formed into tiny snowmen. A winter treat […]

Winter Mitten Art

This colorful mitten art is a fun activity brighten a cold winter’s day. It’s also a great way to use tissue […]