Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Construction Paper Crafts

How many ways can you use construction paper? Holidays, birthdays, or any day, grab a pad of construction paper and get crafting with your little ones. We have over 900 kid-friendly construction paper crafts for you to enjoy!


Paper Monarch Butterfly Craft

Did you know there are 7 states that have named the monarch butterfly as their state insect? Create a whimsical […]

Ramona Owls

Add some crafting fun to your child’s summer reading! Use a paper bag to make an adorable owl inspired by […]

Go Team! Pennant

Wave your team to victory with these team pennants. A frugal craft made from cardboard tubes and construction paper, the […]

Clothespin Alligator

Children love creating animals, and these alligator clothespins are no exception. Boys will especially like this project and it’s a […]

Paper Bag Bird Puppets

These cute and colorful bird puppets are made from paper bags and colored paper. Give them a try!

Jumbo Wooden Dice

A great rainy or snowy day project to keep the kids from going stir crazy! These dice will provide hours […]

Caterpillar Picture Frame

This friendly caterpillar holds pictures of familiar faces. You’re sure to get lots of smiles with this cheery decoration – […]

Paper Craft Box Gift

Make this cute and inexpensive paper box to hold a small gift for someone special. It’s the perfect size to […]

Handprint Butterfly

Everybody loves butterflies and this one is easy for little crafters to make. A great keepsake too!

Ice Cream Card

Turn scrap paper and colorful stickers into fun greeting cards. There’s so much room to be creative with this project!

Packing Material Valentines

Turn bubble wrap, foam sheets, chipboard, and other packing materials into unique valentines. They’re fun to make, stretch your creativity, […]

Paper Bag Animal Puppets

These cute puppets are made from paper bags and colorful construction paper. Make them together, then put on a puppet […]

Ski Jump 3-D Art

Ski Jump 3-D Art Capture the thrill of one of the most exciting Olympic events! This 3-D ski jump art […]

Origami Paper Flowers

Use construction paper or other types of paper to make three styles of origami flowers. Then use them on cards, […]

Footprint Bee

Use construction paper to make an adorable Footprint Bee! It’s fun, easy, and mess-free.

Footprint Dog

Trace your footprint on construction paper, then turn it into a floppy-eared dog. Make different breeds by changing the size, […]

Baltimore Oriole Craft

Craft a cute version of a Baltimore oriole using cardstock or construction paper. It’s easy to do!

Paper Plate Turkey

This paper plate turkey craft is hiding a special message for others to find. It’s fun and inexpensive to make.

Paper Butterfly Card

Make a beautiful butterfly from construction paper, then use it to create a card for someone special. The butterfly also […]

Construction Paper Flowers

Turn construction paper into beautiful flowers in just a few steps. Use them as gift toppers, on a card, or […]

Paper Lanterns

Create elegant paper lanterns to decorate for the holidays. Pair them with battery-operated tea lights for a beautiful display.

Tissue Paper Advent Wreath

Mark the four Sundays of Advent as you prepare for Christmas with this tissue paper wreath. It’s a fun project […]

Hanger Reindeer

Transform a clothes hanger into the cutest reindeer ever! This simple project uses materials you likely already have on hand.

Turkey Windsock

Turn an empty can into a cute turkey windsock this fall. It makes such a festive decoration.

Homemade Blank Books

Use leftover pages from school notebooks to make brand new blank books. They’re perfect for budding artists and writers, and […]

Banana Leaf Placemat

Create a faux banana leaf that looks like the real thing. It makes a great placemat or decoration for an […]

Green Salad Craft

Encourage healthy eating with this fun construction paper salad. Kids can add all sorts of colorful vegetables to their project.

Paper Bag Squirrel Puppets

Create paper bag squirrel puppets that look just like Surly and Andie from The Nut Job 2. See the movie, […]

Paper Plate Pelican

Create a pelican using paper plates and cardboard tubes. This easy project is fun to pair with a study of […]

Mixed Media Snorkeler

This fun snorkeler is made with paper, paint, craft foam, a straw, and more. It’s a wonderful mixed media project […]

Pizza Banner

Make your next pizza party extra special with an easy-to-make pizza banner! Create it ahead of time, or have it […]

Monster Cards

Create cute little monsters using the craft supplies you have on hand. They’re fun for St. Patrick’s Day or for no […]

St. Patrick Puppet

Celebrate the feast of St. Patrick with this paper bag puppet. It’s a wonderful way to learn about the religious […]

Heart Peacock

This beautiful peacock is made with colorful construction paper or cardstock hearts. It’s a fun craft for Valentine’s Day or […]

Shoebox Pinto Pony

Turn a shoebox, cardboard tubes and other supplies into an awesome pinto pony. Use the box to hold art supplies […]

Snowy Landscape

Use pom poms and construction paper to create a snowy winter scene. Follow the directions or use your own creativity […]

Mitten Art

This simple mitten art is a fun project for kids to do during winter. They’ll enjoy adding their own patterns […]

Folded Paper Relief Sculpture

Use wallpaper samples and construction paper to make dimensional paper sculptures. It’s easy to do and no two are the […]

Torn Paper Heart Art

Create beautiful heart art for Valentine’s Day with just construction paper and glue. This easy project is lots of fun […]

Jumping Jack Heart

This quick project is a fun activity for Valentine’s Day. Twirl the stick and watch the heart do jumping jacks […]

Conversation Hearts Bunny

Instead of giving a plain box of conversation hearts this Valentine’s Day, take a few minutes to turn it into […]

Friends Around the World

This fun Friends Around The World craft is great for Martin Luther King Day. It encourages kids to appreciate the […]

Doily Santa

This simple Santa craft is a fun project to do on a cold December day. Even the youngest of crafters […]

Footprint Nativity

Turn a child’s footprint into a Nativity scene. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the reason behind Christmas.

Dreidel Card

This Hanukkah card is made from envelopes and features a pocket to hold a message. It’s a fun way to […]

Turkey Kids Craft

This fine motor turkey kids craft is fun for all ages! This Thanksgiving day craft can add a cute decoration […]

Construction Paper Turkey

Make adorable construction paper turkeys this Thanksgiving. It’s easy to do and they add a fun touch to the holiday table.