Need a quick and inexpensive way to entertain your kids on a hot summer day? Try making a foil river! […]
Plastic Lid Sailboats
Turn empty plastic lids into a fun activity perfect for those hot summer days. So simple and fun, your kids […]
Tissue Box School Bus and Cereal Box School
Make a school bus and school from recycled cardboard items and wallet-sized school pictures! This is a great craft for […]
Colorful Clothespin Airplane
Turn clothespins and craft sticks into adorable airplanes. This colorful airplane craft will be a hit with your little ones.
Pirate Ship Art
This project combines many techniques: drawing, cutting and shaping with paper, painting waves and composition. This activity works well for […]
Jumping Rocket Cups
These paper cup rockets jump thanks to the rubber bands! Gather the family for a day of rocket launching with […]
Masking Tape Town
With masking tape and a little creativity, you can turn your floor into a bustling town. Kids will love driving […]
Car-Themed Valentine Box
Skip the frilly Valentine’s Day decorations and make a car-themed Valentine’s Day box. This project starts with a recycled cardboard […]
Paper Mache Boat
These whimsical boats are made from paper mache and fabric. They’re a fun project to do together as a family.
Balloon Propelled Lego Car
Learn how to build a car from Legos that is propelled by a balloon! Take this fun activity even farther […]
Sight Word Parking Lot Game
Mix playing and learning while playing with your matchbox cars! A fun game for kids that encourages learning as well.
Egg Carton Fire Truck
Turn your empty egg cartons into fun fire trucks, featuring your child as the driver! Great for Fire Prevention Week […]
Wheely Cute Shirts
This ‘wheely’ cute shirt is made with a really fun technique – using fruit for stamps! Dried lemons are painted […]
Ice Cube Boats
The kids will have so much fun making these ice cube sail boats from a cup, a straw, and some […]
Traffic Light Craft
This traffic light project is designed specifically to teach children about traffic safety. It’s a must for parents of preschoolers […]
Cardboard Tube Cars
Turn those empty cardboard tubes into slick racecars, using little more than paint and construction paper. A fun project for […]
Freight Train Fingerprint Art
Make a cute fingerprint freight train, inspired by Donald Crew’s classic book. There are suggestions on the site for many […]
Paper Plate Traffic Lights
Paper plates and construction paper become traffic lights. This craft is perfect to do during Transportation Week.
Tow Mater Cookie Treat
Decorated with candies and marshmallows, these cookie treats pay tribute to the Tow Mater, who is always willing to lend […]
Thanksgiving Sailboat Treat Holders
Craft up the cutest little sailboat to act as treat holders. They also make great place cards for Thanksgiving dinner.
Paper Plate Marble Track
Use rimmed paper plates and blocks to create an awesome marble track. Build very simple tracks with younger children. With […]
Paper Plate Mayflower
Turn paper plates into the Mayflower this Thanksgiving. Including your own pictures makes it so much fun!
Footprint Rocket
This Footprint Rocket makes the perfect outer space craft! It also doubles as a fun, out-of-this-world keepsake!
Masking Tape Race Track
Use masking tape on the floor for an instant racetrack! Go as far and as intricate as you like, leave […]
Mini Space Shuttle Cakes
5..4..3..2..1.. Lift off into the kitchen with your little astronauts to make these tasty space shuttle cakes. A perfect snack […]
Footprint Fire Truck
Honor our first responders with this cute footprint craft. Giggles will abound when kids paint their feet to make their […]
Cardboard Tube Bulldozer
Gather up a few recycled items from around the house to make your own bulldozer. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions […]
Shoebox Train Craft
Turn empty shoeboxes into train that holds dolls or stuffed animals. Little ones will have a lot of fun pulling […]
Hot Air Balloon Art
Introduce the concept of analogous colors and warm/cool colors with this beautiful hot air balloon project. Each is one-of-a-kind and […]
Car Race Game
Create a racetrack game from construction paper, then get ready to play! This will provide hours of fun as your […]
Police Car
Enhance a study of Community Helpers with this fun police car craft. It’s easy to do with just a little […]
A Rollicking Rocket
Transform a cardboard box into a rocket ship that any alien would be proud of. Use cardboard, paint and other […]
Balloon Powered Car
This balloon-powered car will keep kids busy for hours. It’s a great project for kids to learn while having tons […]
Dump Truck Craft
Turn an empty CD case and construction paper scraps into an adorable dump truck! There is so much room for […]
Toy Car Bridge and Tunnel
Entertain your kids with a simple (but fun!) project made with materials you have on hand. They’ll love playing with […]
Recycled Car City
Use empty containers and craft foam to create an awesome city. Add some cars and it is perfect for hours […]
Cars Mater Cake
This cute Disney Cars Mater cake is made from 3 cupcakes, lots of frosting, and some fun store-bought items. The […]
Duct Tape Monogram
Duct tape and white-out make this fabulous road monogram. Add some cars and you have a great accessory for a […]
Creative Cardboard Cars
Turn cardboard boxes and a few other household items into these creative cars. It’s a fun rainy day project or […]
Helicopter Ornament
This helicopter ornament is made out of a clear glass ball, wooden spatulas/ice cream sticks, and some odds and ends […]
Thomas and Friends Costumes
Make Thomas, James, Percy and the rest of the gang from Sodor! These toddler-friendly costumes are easy to make and […]
Egg Cup Ships
Egg Cup Ships This Columbus Day, make your own mini versions of the Nina, Pinta, and the Santa Maria! This […]
Egg Carton School Bus
If you have little ones starting school this year, get them excited to ride the bus with this back-to-school school […]
Space Ship Pinata
Turn an ice cream cone pinata into a space ship at warp speed. Great for a birthday party.
Sponge and Duct Tape Sailboats
Turn sponges and duct tape into fun sailboats. Perfect for the bathtub or outdoor play.
Milk Carton Pirate Ship
Turn an empty milk carton, egg carton, straws and other recyclables into a cool pirate ship. A perfect craft for […]
Egg Carton Train
This awesome train is made entirely from recycled packaging and other household castoffs. What a wonderful way to turn trash […]
Cardboard Skyscraper and Parking Garage
Don’t recycle those cardboard boxes just yet! Use them to make an awesome skyscraper and parking garage that is perfect […]
Airplane Movie Snack Tray
Transform an empty cereal box into an awesome snack tray, perfect for Family Movie Night at home. A great activity […]
Snoopy-Inspired Clothespin Airplanes
These cute clothespin airplanes are inspired by everyone’s favorite beagle, Snoopy! Make the planes then help Snoopy battle the Red Baron.
Cardboard Tube Racecar
Vvvvrrroom! Have fun making your own cardboard tube race car. This easy craft is made with recycled items from around […]
Milk Jug Garage
Kids will have as much fun building this car garage as they will have playing with it. The best part […]
Super Sci-Fi Rocket Jet Pack
Send your space man on a trip with jet packs made from recycled materials. Easy to make from items you […]
DIY Viking Ship
Make the Vikings come alive by recreating a longship for your kids to play in! Made from recycled cardboard and […]
Magnetic Airplane Clip
This fun airplane is made from clothespins and craft sticks. A great craft for boys!
Cargo Ship
Just cut off a corner of a plastic file, put a toothpick through it to keep the shape, and put […]
Cork Boats
Make boats from corks, craft sticks and craft foam. If the weather is warm, sail them in a pool or […]
Golden Gate Bridge Pinewood Derby Car
If you need ideas for creative Pinewood Derby cars, look no further! This tutorial shows how to make a car […]
Amish Buggy Art
This Amish Buggy Art is inspired by the buggies of eastern Ohio. Sharpen your pencil and get started!
Cardboard Airport
Create an airport out of cardboard for hours of pretend play! You can even add lights, just like a real […]