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!

Beanbag Whale

This cute bean bag whale is made with glue, so there’s no sewing required. Use it for pretend play,  illustrating […]

Inspirational Painted Canvas

Use a favorite Bible verse or inspirational quote to create a meaningful canvas for yourself or someone special. It’s easy […]

Mini Dream Catcher

Make a simple mini dream catcher using wire and cord. It’s a beautiful project that makes a nice gift.

Pearl Headband with Felt Flower

Make a very feminine headband featuring pearls and a felt flower. It’s easy to make and less expensive than store-bought […]

Button Stick Sculpture

This button stick sculpture allows kids to work on fine motor and building skills, and is a great introduction to […]

Beaded Ladybug

This easy craft is a fun project for a summer’s day. It only takes some pony beads and cord.

DIY Marble Maze

Use drinking straws to construct a really cool maze for marbles. Time how long it takes to get the marbles […]

Felt Ice Cream Pops

These felt ice cream pops couldn’t be cuter and they’re easy enough for sewing beginners to make. Be sure to […]

Melted Crayon Terracotta Pot

These pots may look like they were painted, but they were actually decorated with melted crayon! This fun technique requires […]

Color Changing Sidewalk Chalk

As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time for some colorful drawings on the sidewalk. Make your own special chalk […]

Car Nut Frame

Car Nut Frame Is Dad hooked on cars? If he loves cars, trucks, or anything with a motor, then this frame […]

Grocery Sack Book

Turn brown paper sacks into interactive books! Each page has pockets to place treasures, notes or other memorabilia.

Upcycled Jar

Turn an inexpensive toothbrush holder and an empty glass jar into a cute container to hold practically anything. It’s easy to […]

Mini Coffee Filter Flowers

Create beautiful watercolor flowers using coffee filters. Use the flowers individually on cards or group them together for a lovely […]

Printable Soccer Paper Doll

Use the printable dolls, hairstyles, clothes and accessories to make your own set of paper dolls. There are a wide […]

Nature Explorer Kit: Bugs

Put together a super fun nature explorer kit for (or with!) your kids. Use it for nature walks or to […]

Button and Wire Bouquet

Make a whimsical bouquet using wire and buttons! This fun project is easy to do and really encourages creativity.

Love Pendant

This beginner project is perfect for someone just learning to metal stamp. The finished piece makes a wonderful gift for a […]

Felt Candy

Make colorful ‘candy’ for pretend play using felt! These faux treats look good enough to eat.

Canning Lid Garden Markers

Create cute garden markers using canning lids and paint sticks. Draw your own designs or use the printable to make […]

Mini Rose Topiary

Make a Mini Rose Topiary using paper roses and a foam ball. It’s easy to adapt to feature your favorite colors […]

Playdough Snails

Collect empty shells during a nature walk, then use them to make playdough snails. For an added challenge, you can try […]

Me and My Outline

Kids of all ages will enjoy creating life-sized self-portraits! There’s so much room for creativity and imagination with this craft.

Ribbon Headband

Use ribbon to make this beautiful hair accessory. Although it is too difficult for young girls to make themselves, they […]

Easy Spring-Themed Wreaths

Use inexpensive grapevine wreaths, spray paint and cuttings from your yard to make these pretty wreaths. They’re very easy to […]

LEGO Mini Planters

Have some fun using LEGO blocks to make these adorable planters. It’s a unique way to introduce kids to the […]

Whipped Coconut Oil Body Butter

Making whipped coconut oil moisturizer couldn’t be easier! It makes a wonderful gift for Mom, a teacher, a babysitter or […]

Paper Scraps Greeting Cards

Make cute and simple flower cards using paper scraps. With help, even very young crafters can make these lovely cards.

Tie Dye T-Shirt Headbands

Tie-dye t-shirts white that are stained or have gotten too small, then turn them into a fun braided headband. If […]

Graduation Crown

Make a fun and festive pipe cleaner crown for a special graduate! It’s easy to make and you can customize […]

No-Sew Monster Laundry Bag

Kids will enjoy ‘feeding’ their dirty clothing to this Monster Laundry Bag! This cute project starts with a pillowcase and involves […]

Ribbon Lei

Make a colorful ribbon lei for graduation or another special occasion. Use school colors or match your party theme.

Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

Create pretty, one-of-a-kind marbled mugs using nail polish! Each one is completely different.  

Recycled Vase Craft

Turn empty baby shampoo bottles into a beautiful set of vases! They’re easy to customize with your favorite colors.

Homemade Bird Bath

Make a colorful birdbath to help your feathered friends on a warm summer day. This fun project starts with glass […]

Chinaberry Tree Decoration

Transform the branches of melia azedarach (Chinaberry) into a beautiful decoration for home. It’s really easy and fast.

Printable Weather Wheel

Learn about weather with this cute printable. Kids will enjoy moving the learning wheel to reflect the day’s weather.

Recycled Wishes Jar

It’s dandelion season. This Recycled Wishes Jar turns those fluffy white seeds into a magic potion to send your wish on […]

Yarn-Wrapped Lambs

Recycle empty cereal boxes into these cute lambs! It’s an easy project that helps kids develop fine motor skills.

Melted Crayon Suncatcher

Melt crayon shavings between two sheets of wax paper with a household iron to create a bright, colorful suncatcher for […]

Graduation Card Printable

Make a card for a special graduate quickly and easily using a printable. There are two color choices available.

Cardboard Bird Feeder

Make this bird feeder using cardboard, sticks and seeds. It’s a fun and easy spring or summer craft for kids

Mexican Flag Pinata

Mexican Flag Pinata Celebrating Mexican heritage with a Cinco de Mayo party? Then you won’t want to miss this fun […]

Expressive Flower Painting

Even young crafters can create beautiful paintings of flowers using the expressive style. Display the paintings as is, or turn […]

Strawberry Tablecloth Holders

Use rocks to create cute little strawberries to bring along on your next picnic. They do a great job holding […]

Funfetti Pretzel Pillow

Turn a pair of whimsical tube socks into an adorable pretzel pillow! No sewing machine is required – just some […]

Trash to Treasure Strawberry

Have you ever wondered what to do with the containers that come from gumball machines? One option is to turn […]

Watercolor Geometry Tree Art

This simple Geometry Tree Watercolor art project is fun for kids and adults. There’s no right or wrong – just […]

Printable Bug Game

Use the printable Bug Game cards to play a game of Concentration or Go Catch A Bug. It’s a fun variation […]

Finger-painted Photo Mats

This bright and colorful finger-painting craft results in a beautiful framed photo for your home. This project is great for even […]

Cascarones

Cascarones are confetti-filled eggs that are popular at Mexican celebrations. They’re not very difficult to make and cracking them open […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]