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!


Rainbow Spheres

This Rainbow Sphere construction paper craft is fun for kids. The spheres are so colorful and make excellent decorations for any occasion.

Craft Stick Apple

Welcome fall with this cute craft stick apple project. The googly eyes and sparkly pipe cleaner add such a fun […]

Tissue Paper Stained Glass

Rescue used tissue paper from gift bags and turn it into gorgeous faux stained glass! It’s an easy project that […]

Pop-Up Paper Peppers

Celebrate the beauty of bell peppers by making pop-up peppers. It’s surprisingly easy to make the peppers pop using strips […]

Cardboard Tube Fox

Turn a cardboard tube into a sleeping fox in just a few steps. This simple construction paper craft is inexpensive […]

Paper Asparagus

Play “restaurant” and “grocery store” with adorable faux asparagus. It’s simple to do with just construction paper, scissors, glue, and […]

Vegetable Collage Banner

Use scraps of paper, ribbon, and other materials in green, red, orange, and purple to make vegetable collages. Then hang […]

Paper Chandelier

This easy to make DIY paper chandelier starts with a paper plate and is made with just a few other […]

Paper Plate Kermit the Frog

Turn a paper plate into everyone’s favorite frog, Kermit! It’s easy to do and a great project for Muppets fans.

CD Snail

Don’t throw out that old CD! Use it and some construction paper to make a fun snail. A snail might […]

Rock Fish Pond

Create a fish pond filled with colorful textured fish made from rocks. It’s fun to do and looks so pretty!

Paper Plate Badger

Turn a paper plate into a badger. This fun craft is a neat way to learn more about woodland animals.

O is for Ocean

This ocean craft is a fun way to introduce children to the long sound of O. Use the printable templates […]

Fingerprint Ice Cream Sundae

Make this neat ice cream sundae craft using your fingerprints. It’s easy to do and a really fun project for […]

Wax Paper Diamond

Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is one of the only places in the world where the public can […]

Pinecone Pineapple

The next time the kids collect pinecones during a nature walk, turn them into pineapples! This easy paint and construction […]

Torn Construction Paper Kitten

Raid the bathroom for the secret supply you need to making a ‘furry’ construction paper kitten. This is a fun […]

Dot Art Suncatcher

Even the youngest of crafters can use dot markers to create a colorful suncatcher. Cut it into a heart to […]

Firefly Suncatcher

This delightful tissue paper craft is inspired by Eric Carle’s story, “The Very Lonely Firefly.” Kids will love making this […]

Make a Kaleidoscope

Make your very own kaleidoscope using a recycled cardboard tube, construction paper, see through beads and a few other materials. […]

Colorful Craft Stick Insects

Each of the seven insect crafts (bee, grasshopper, beetle, spider, snail, butterfly, and ladybug ) starts with a basic popsicle […]

Chewbacca Shape Craft

Use simple geometric shapes to create this easy Chewbacca craft. It’ll be very popular with any little Star Wars fans!

Cardboard Tube Butterflies

Turn empty cardboard tubes into cute and colorful butterflies. They’re easy to do and a fun recycling project for kids. 

Cardboard Tube Spiderman

Superhero fans will love making this fabulous Cardboard Tube Spiderman. It’s easy and inexpensive.

Paper Plate Shark

These paper plate sharks are easy to make and suitable for even the youngest of crafters. Each shark is one-of-a-kind […]

Outer Space Picture

Use watercolor paints and a splatter effect to create this fun piece of art inspired by outer space. Make it […]

Cardboard Tube Firefly

Turn a cardboard tube into a firefly! This fun project is a neat way to learn more about this very […]

Hamburger Collage

Create a construction paper hamburger collage that’s stuffed full with all your favorite toppings. This craft is excellent for improving […]

Cardboard Tube Wonder Woman

Turn a cardboard tube into Wonder Woman! This cute superhero craft is a fun way to honor all the Wonder […]

Shoebox Train Craft

Turn empty shoeboxes into train that holds dolls or stuffed animals. Little ones will have a lot of fun pulling […]

Cardboard Tube Lion

Turn a cardboard tube into a lion using a clever technique. It’s easy to do and costs practically nothing.

Patriotic Star Suncatchers

These star suncatchers are a great way to decorate for any patriotic holiday, including the 4th of July, Memorial Day, […]

Clothespin Sunflower

Create a beautiful paper plate sunflower to match the ones that grow in summer and early fall. Kids will build […]

Cardboard Tube Pirate

Ahoy mateys! Gather your crew for a high seas craft project with this creative cardboard tube pirate craft. It’s an […]

Handprint Peace Craft

This handprint collage symbolizes all of human kind striving for love and peace. It is a wonderful way to show […]

Flowers in the Window Craft

This pretty window box flower craft uses aluminum foil in a clever way. Decorate it with your favorite colorful flowers.

Pirate Puppet

Create a craft stick pirate, then put on your own puppet show! This is a fun project for kids that […]

Lemon Card

Send a lemon card to a friend with a recipe for tasty lemon treat tucked inside. Or use the card […]

Felt Caterpillar Card

Use felt to make a cute caterpillar card for someone special. This project would work just as well using construction paper […]

Working Paper Ferris Wheel

Create a ferris wheel out of paper that actually turns! Fill the seats with passengers and send them on a […]

Pyramids at Sunset Project

Create an eye-catching mixed media representation of the Egyptian pyramids at sunset. Each is different and they are all beautiful.

Easy Whiskers Gift Bag

This cute whiskers gift bag is so easy and adds a fun touch to a present. Make it a black […]

Paper Pie

Make a paper pie that looks almost good enough to eat. This is a great craft to make during the […]

Patriotic Stained Glass Window Craft

Create patriotic faux stained glass with contact paper, construction paper, and tissue paper. It looks beautiful with the light streaming […]

Paper Plate Swan

Make a cute swan using a paper plate and feathers. It’s a great project for toddlers and preschoolers.

Glowing Campfire Craft

This glowing campfire is made with tissue paper and a tea light. Use it as a night light, for pretend […]

Twig and Cereal Craft

This simple craft combines nature elements and food art. It’s a fun project that will really stretch your creativity!

Farm Animal Cow Craft

This friendly cow is a fun craft for little hands. It provides great practice using paints, scissors, and glue.

Paper Bag Peacock Puppet

Turn a paper bag into a colorful peacock puppet! Then use the completed puppet to put on your own puppet […]

Portrait of Daddy

Create a paper portrait of Daddy that any father would love to have. It’s easy, inexpensive, and so cute!

Weaving Rainbow Fish

This colorful fish is a fun way to introduce kids to weaving. All you need is construction paper.

Flashlight Storytime

Flashlights have long been a favorite “toy” to kids. Take storytime up a notch by making flashlight filters to create […]

Hula Hoop Shark Game

Use dollar star hula hoops to make a fun shark ball game for kids of all ages. This is such […]

Paper Bag Tiger Puppet

Make this cute paper bag tiger for a zoo-themed party, as a Cub Scout project, during the Year of the […]

Car Race Game

Create a racetrack game from construction paper, then get ready to play! This will provide hours of fun as your […]