100 Animal Crafts for Kids

I’ve never seen a kid that wouldn’t like something (or everything) on this animal crafts list. There are just so many amazing and adorable projects to choose from. You will definitely find something that you child will absolutely love.

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The best part about this list of 100 animal crafts is that, even though they are all very different, each one is made using the same list of basic supplies that fit into one bag. Our master list has just 27 items on it, and we stick to those for everything that we make here. That way, once you fill your bag, your ready to go…no more prep than that. It’s like having a capsule wardrobe, but for your kids’ crafts instead of your outfits.

Roaringly Fun DIY Paper Dinosaur Crafts for Kids

Boy or girl…little kids or older children…kids of all ages absolutely LOVE dinosaur crafts. There are just so many possibilities and room for imagination. These dino crafts are no exception. You’ll start making these adorable dinosaurs using the free printable template but then add your own flair. Not only will making these easy dinosaur crafts…

Easy Snowy Owl Craft for Kids (with Free Template)

This adorable snowy owl craft is perfect winter craft for this holiday season. The free template and step by step instructions makes this craft doable for kids of all ages (Yes, even your little ones can join the fun!). Of course, you can also make this owl craft with your biggest little Harry Potter fan….

Fun Hopping Bunny Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)

This craft is extra special because it not only is it fun to make but it’s also fun to play with after you’re done creating. This hopping bunny craft is made interactive wiht a metal brad element where the bunny hops into his hole. Use your imagination to decorate the field and the rabbit however…

Three Little Pigs Craft {with the Big Bad Wolf}

I love a good fairy tale where the good guys win. And what kid doesn’t know the story of the Big Bag Wolf and the Three Little Pigs? The story of the three little pigs is a classic for a reason. This three little pigs craft is meant to be created by little ones, but…

Popsicle Stick Otter Craft for Kids (FREE Template)

Otters are one of the cutest animals on the planet. They’re definitely one of my absolute favorite sea animals. This otter craft is perfect for kids of any age and would pair perfectly with lesson plans about sea or river animals. Use it in a kindergarten classroom or precut the sea otter template pieces to…

Paper Plate Pig Craft (with FREE Template)

This paper plate pig craft starts with something so basic and turns into a fun kids activity for almost any age. To make crafting a little easier, we’ve included a free printable template. We painted our paper plates pink but you can choose to skip the mess and just use crayons or markers instead. But…

Cute Penguin Craft for Kids (FREE Template)

This craft starts with a simple paper lunch bag and turns into such a completely cute penguin craft. Though this is generally seen as a winter activity, this fun penguin craft can be made any time of the year! Rain or shine. This is the perfect craft for kids of all ages (little kids and…

Paper Plate Lion Craft (with FREE Template)

If your little one is an animal lover, they’re going to have so much fu making this paper plate lion craft! Thanks to the free printable template, this craft is not only fun, but easy peasy too! It’s perfect for kids of all ages (yes, even younger children like preschoolers and kindergarteners with some adult…

Cute Giraffe Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)

Any time our family took a zoo field trip when I was growing up, there was always one animal that I simply could not wait to see…the giraffes!!! This cute paper giraffe craft is simple and takes only a few basic supplies to create. Use the free giraffe template to make crafting even easier. It’s…

Orca Craft (with FREE template)

This orca craft is fun and simple to make and takes just a few supplies from your craft bag. Orca whales (aka killer whales) are fascinating sea creatures that often keep us humans in awe of their intelligence and abilities. But they aren’t called “killer” whales for nothing. These majesty animals are truly fierce. Read…

Manatee Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)

This manatee craft is so fun and simple to make. Have you ever seen a manatee up close? They are fascinating. Such sweet animals that really just look like big potatoes with a tail floating peacefully in the water. Read on to learn some interesting facts about these unique sea creatures. And if you like…

Narwhal Craft for Kids (FREE Template)

This narwhal craft is so fun and simple to make. Just use the free printable craft template, and it goes together easy. Now…can I tell you a secret? I didn’t even know that there was a real animal called a narwhal until I was an adult. I’d only seen one in that Christmas special and…

Easy Dolphin Craft (FREE Printable)

This dolphin craft is so fun and simple to make. Just use the free printable craft template, and it goes together easy. I remember the last time I went to the beach. The dolphins were my favorite thing. Our family would hang out on the beach at sunset just hoping for a glimpse of a…

Horse Craft for Kids

To make this horse craft for kids, you’ll start with a couple of basic paper plates and the add lots of imagination. Of course, it also helps to follow the instructions and grab the craft template for easy crafting…but imagination really is the special ingredient that brings it all together. And always remember when making…

Cat Craft (with Free Template)

This sweet cat craft starts with a couple of paper plates and turns into something that you’re going to want to create more of…why not a whole litter? We made ours a calico cat, but you can choose to make your cat using any design you want. Make him look like your own pet or…

Fox Craft (with FREE Template)

This sweet fox craft starts with a couple of paper plates and turns into something that your child will be so proud that they made. I used paint for the body and head of the fox, but if you want to skip the mess, feel free to use crayons or markers in stead. Your fox…

Lion Craft for Preschoolers (FREE Printable)

This adorable lion craft for preschoolers is so fun and simple. It’s perfect for practicing fine motor skills too as the tissue paper pieces are placed. Using the free printable makes crafty so easy…just print, color and add the mane. We call it a preschool craft, but really this could even be a toddler craft…

Flying Dragonfly Craft (FREE Printable)

This dragonfly craft is so fun and simple to make. Decorate it any way that you like. Then we’ll add it to a clothespin and make it flap its wings. The free craft template also includes printables for you to make a butterfly craft and a bee craft. You’re going to want to make all…

Rabbit Craft for Preschoolers (Fine Motor Play)

This sweet rabbit craft for preschoolers is so simple and fun for little ones to make. It’s also the perfect way to practice fine motor skills and bilateral coordination (working those hands together). Crafts offer so many opportunities for kids to express their creativity and get away from screens while also learning valuable skills. And…

Rabbit Craft (with Free Craft Template)

This adorable rabbit craft starts with a paper lunch bag and really comes to life with some creativity. It’s the perfect Spring craft or Easter craft and is great for elementary aged kids since this project is a little more challenging than other simpler crafts. Use the free craft template for easy crafting (keep scrolling…

Cute Bunny Craft (with FREE Template)

This cute bunny craft takes just a few basic supplies, starting with a paper plate. It’s also super low mess since there’s no paint needed. Make crafting with your kids even easier by using the free template. This is the perfect time of year to make these beautiful paper plate bird crafts and learn about…

Chick Craft (FREE Printable)

This adorable baby chick craft is fun and simple to make. Use the free printable craft template for even easier crafting. It’s perfect as an Easter craft or a Spring craft and can be enjoyed by kids of any age. Plus, it’s the perfect activity for fine motor fun. If you like this chick craft,…

Paper Plate Owl Craft

This paper plate owl craft is not only fun and simple to make, but it’s also a great way to help kiddos practice fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as they lace the center. And I’ve never met a kid yet who didn’t love a lacing activity. There’s just something about it that’s so calming….

Easy March Craft (Lion to a Lamb)

Ever heard the expression that March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb? It definitely applies to the weather that we have here in western Pennsylvania as it comes in crazy and unpredictable and usually ends with sunshine and the flowers starting to come up. Maybe it’s like that in your…

20 Farm Animal Crafts for Kids

This collection of farm animal crafts are so completely adorable and fun to make. There’s something for everyone on the farm…from horses to pigs to llamas and more. You’re going to want to make the entire barnyard. And like every craft you’ll find here, we stick to the same master list of supplies to make…

Easy Lion Craft Made with Paper

This lion craft is a great example of what you can do with just a few pieces of paper. It really doesn’t take much time or money to craft a memory with your family. There are so many crafts like this one. Check out this white tiger craft that takes just a few supplies but…

Paper Plate Reindeer Craft (It’s a Pouch!)

This paper plate reindeer craft is not your typical craft. When you’re done making it you have a fun Christmas pouch to use for all of your little treasures. Create Blitzen, Donner, Dasher or even Rudolph when making this fun and simple Christmas craft. If you like this reindeer craft, you’re also going to love…

Thanksgiving Turkey Craft (FREE Template)

This Thanksgiving turkey craft is so beyond adorable and starts with a simple paper lunch bag. Customize it so that it holds whatever you like in his little feathered “hands”. Then put it on a shelf or the mantle for a sweet DIY Thanksgiving decoration. Download the free turkey craft template for easy crafting. If…

Hedgehog Craft (beyond Cute!)

This hedgehog craft is simply the sweetest. You can choose to make it colorful or more traditional muted tones. It’s great as a preschool craft or toddler craft too, and placing the tissue paper squares is the perfect fine motor activity. Of course, kids of any age will enjoy making this adorable animal craft. If…

Grasshopper Craft (get the Template)

You probably noticed that this grasshopper craft isn’t green, like most that you see. That’s because this is a species of grasshopper called a Luber Grasshopper. They are unique, and their different color helps them blend into their natural habitat. This type of grasshopper also doesn’t have the ability to fly. Their wings are too…

Spider Craft for Kids

This spider craft for kids is fun and simple to make, but it’s so much more than just your every day craft. Once you’re done creating, this spider becomes a great fine motor activity for kiddos. It will help improve finger strength and dexterity and promote and mature pinch pattern, which comes in handy when…

Deer Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)

This sleeping deer craft is simply the sweetest thing ever. It starts with a paper plate but then turns into a little work of art really. We got out the paint for this one, but you can stick to using crayons and markers if you’re not in a place where you can deal with the…

Turkey Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)

This simple turkey craft is more than just adorable and fun to make. With the addition of clothespin feathers (decorated with washi tape), it also makes a great tool for working on fine motor skills with your kiddo. The pinching is perfect for increased hand strength and promoting a mature pincer grasp, which is the…

Spider Web Craft (It’s a Mobile!)

This spider web craft is so fun and simple to make. It starts with just a basic paper plate to make the web. And the spider itself is just paper but comes out 3D (we’ll show you how). You can hang it anywhere once it’s finished. We call it a spider web mobile, and it…

Bulldog Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)

This adorable bulldog craft is fun and simple to make. It’s even easier when you download the craft templates to use. Bulldogs are a special breed of dog and are known to make a perfect addition to any family. Of course, this paper plate version requires a lot less care and never barks. If you…

Paper Plate Sloth Craft

This paper plate sloth craft is unique and fun to make. And once you create your sloth, make make him some friends. It could be more sloths or other animals in the jungle. Then you can play away and tell stories using your new craft creations. And if you like this easy sloth craft, you’re…

Paper Plate Skunk Craft (with FREE Template )

This paper plate skunk craft is simple and fun to make…and not stinky at all! He’s actually a super adorable sleeping skunk. I think that skunk’s are truly a misunderstood animal, and this craft might just change some minds. Check out the fun facts. If you like this skunk craft, you’re going to love our…

Axolotl Craft Puppet (Free Template!)

If you’re a fan of axolotls, you’re going to love this simple paper bag puppet craft. This axolotl craft is fun and easy to make using the free craft template. The best part is that it leads to hours of imaginative play. Axolotls are beyond adorable. Your animal puppet will love going on adventures. Scroll…

Paper Bat Craft (Process Art!)

This paper bat craft is extra special and one of the easiest crafts you will ever make with your kids. We’re going to use a process art technique that I call “squish” painting. It’s also sometimes call warshak painting because it results in designs that are symmetrical like those used for the Warshak psychological test….

Bat Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)

This bat craft for kids is so simple to make and starts with a basic item you probably have in your house right now…a paper lunch bag. And if you don’t have any, now’s the time to stock up. It’s one of the items that we use often and is part of our master list…

Black Cat Halloween Craft (with FREE Template)

This black cat Halloween craft is extra special since you can actually play with it too. Plus it takes just a few basic supplies. Once finished with your black cat craft, use it as a toy, create a game (like seeing who can knock down the most witch’s cats with a paper ball) or use…

Rhino Craft (with Free Craft Template)

This rhino craft is so much fun to make. It starts with a couple of paper plates and turns into a beautiful creature. We painted ours, but if you don’t want to bother with the mess of paint, just use crayons or markers for yours instead. It will still turn out absolutely adorable. And if…

Paper Plate Cat Craft {Get the FREE Template}

This adorable paper plate cat craft has this little kitty curled up into a ball, sleeping the day away. In our version, the cat is orange with with stripes, but you can choose your own colors and make your cat look however you like. The only limit is your imagination. If you like this easy…

Easy Panda Craft with Newspaper

This panda craft is so simple to make and great for almost any age. It can even be a great panda craft for preschoolers if you draw a bold circle for your kiddo to cut out. Using newspaper is such a fun way to recycle and to make totally adorable crafts. Here are a few…

Paper Plate Koala Craft (with FREE Template)

This paper plate koala craft is extra special because it comes with the bonus little joey to place on the mama koala’s back. It’s super cute, and you can give it your own unique flair. We decided to add a moon and stars just for some added color and design. Keep it fun. If you…

Elephant Craft for Kids (with Free Template)

This elephant craft for kids is so sweet and simple to put together. Plus, when you’re done, have the elephant tell a story or engage in other imaginative play. We used paint for our elephant, but you can adapt it by using crayons or markers instead. There are some times when getting out the paint…

Paper Plate Bunny Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

This paper plate bunny craft is extra adorable and may even be bigger than the real thing. It can be made with children of any age with a little bit of assistance for little ones. Isn’t it amazing what creativity can come out of just a couple of paper plates? Just add some imagination! When…

Hippo Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

This hippo craft is so cute and simple to put together. Plus, when you’re done, have the hippo tell a story or engage in other imaginative play. We used paint for our hippo, but you an adapt it by using crayons or markers instead. There are some times when getting out the paint isn’t an…

Paper Plate Duck Craft (with FREE Template)

This paper plate duck craft isn’t like any that you’ve seen before. By using 2 paper plates, we get to make the entire duck, which is way more fun to play with when you’re done crafting together. The best crafts are always the ones that lead to imaginative play. If you enjoy this easy duck…

Easy Possum Craft (with Baby Joey)

Possums are often understood creatures, but they do so much good for our world. And, when you make this easy possum craft, you can talk with your child about how appearances can be deceiving and not judging a book by its cover. Such a great lesson for us all to learn, don’t you think? An…

Paper Plate Bat Craft (It Flies!!!)

This paper plate bat craft is extra special because when you pull the string it actually flies! Well, the wings go up and down. The rest of it is up to you. It goes together simply and is the perfect Halloween craft for kids of any age. Little ones may need some help with the…

Unicorn Craft (with Free Craft Template)

This unicorn craft is simple to make and will lead to lots of smiles. Plus, just like kids, no two unicorns look the same. Be sure to give it your own unique flair. Plus, adding the little tissue paper pieces to the mane is a great way to practice fine motor skills. To make crafting…

Paper Plate Tiger Craft

There are so many amazing and simple craft that you can make with your kids using paper plate, and this paper plate tiger craft does not disappoint. There are so many ways to customize this to make it a great craft for any age. It also creates an opportunity to learn a little bit about…

Paper Plate Sheep Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

This paper plate sheep craft is extra special and easy to make with the free craft template available for you to download. I love how the cotton balls bring this adorable farm animal to life. Of course, he could use some farm animal friends, like this paper plate cow craft or this paper plate pig…

Paper Plate Panda Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

This paper plate panda craft is totally adorable and super easy to make. His lacing tummy makes him extra special and perfect for practicing both fine motor skills and hand eye coordination. With just a little help for cutitng out the parts, this makes a great preschool craft but is also appropriate for kids of…

Hammerhead Shark Craft (with FREE Template)

Sharks are amazing creatures, truly majestic in so many ways. And this hammerhead shark craft is extra special. Honestly, this type of shark is so fascinating and unique in it’s look. But I still wouldn’t want to come face to face with it in the ocean. How about you? Let’s learn a little bit more…

Teddy Bear Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

This teddy bear craft is so cute you almost want to snuggle him. This is a great teddy bear craft for preschool but is also appropriate for kindergarteners or even elementary aged kids. If you really don’t want to mess with paint, then use markers or crayons to color the bear’s head and body instead….

Paper Plate Cow Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

What is it about cows that just makes every child smile? I remember driving down the road, and every time my kids would see a field with cows in it the event was loudly announced. I mean…it’s not like we never saw cows. We lived in the country, but it still evoked a little excitement…

Beaver Craft for Kids (with Free Craft Template)

Beavers are such interesting animals and completely adorable too. This beaver craft for kids starts with just a couple of paper plates and turns into something special using the free craft template. We are using paint, but you can also opt to forgo the paint and just use crayons or markers instead. If you enjoy…

Possum Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)

Some people have strong opinions about possums. They either hate them or they love them. We know you are absolutely going to love this possum craft though. It’s so ugly it’s cute! It takes just a few supplies from your craft bag and has a pipe cleaner tail so that you can hang it up, as it likes to be upside down.

Paper Animals (Squirrel, Raccoon & Bunny)

Have you ever seen that classic children’s craft of the paper lanterns? They are a super simple and fun craft for kids of any age. We are taking that idea and amping it up about a thousand notches to make these totally adorable paper animals. This collection includes a raccoon, squirrel and bunny to choose…

Fox Paper Plate Craft Mobile (With FREE Craft Template)

Some animals just have that something special, like the sly fox. They are both cute and cuddly and a little dangerous, not to mention beautiful. This fox paper plate craft mobile is so fun to make. Hang it anywhere, and I promise it will make you smile. Save this Paper Plate Fox Craft for later….

Black Sheep Craft {with Recycled Newspaper!}

Sometimes the black sheep is the best one in the family. And this black sheep craft is extra special because of the recycled newspaper details. Of course, your sheep could be any color. Just use your imagination and make it your own. And if you like this sheep craft, try this stuffed newspaper craft, little…

Mouse Craft {with Recycled Newspaper}

This easy mouse craft for kids is extra special because it’s made using recycled newspaper. It’s one of the items that we always keep in our craft bag because it’s not only good for managing messes, but it’s also great for using in cute crafts like this one. The print just adds a unique touch…

Armadillo Craft for Kids {FREE Template!}

A simple paper animal craft is a great project to get started with if you’re wanting to create more with your family. This armadillo craft takes just a few basic craft suppplies from “in the bag”, and is super easy when you use the free printable armadillo craft template. Once you make him, craft more…

Dog Craft for Kids {with Newspaper Spots}

This easy dog craft for kids is made extra special using recycled newspaper to form its spots. We made our dog a dalmatian, but you can make your dog any color that you like. Give your its very own personality. Your dog could even be purple or pink or rainbow colored. There are no rules….

Snail Craft {made with Recycle Newspaper!}

Who knew that a snail craft could be so adorable? And this one is made extra special using some recycled newspaper to give it a special look. This simple paper craft goes together quickly, especially when you use the free snail craft template. Once you finish it, make up some stories and play with your…

Newspaper Owl Craft {with FREE Template!}

This newspaper owl craft is completely adorable and fun to make. We used print, but you can also use the comics for this stuffed animal craft. It gives it an even more whimsical look. And, if you like this owl craft, you are going to love making this paper bag owl, these snowy owls and…

Bumblebee Craft {with Newspaper Stripes!}

This bumblebee craft for kids is so fun and simple to make. Just start with some pompom painting and then add the texture of newspaper print for the stripes. Tearing the newspaper is a great way to practice bilateral coordination (aka-working the hands together), which is a precursor for learning to use scissors. Add whatever…

Elephant Craft made with Recycled Newspaper {FREE Template!}

Elephants are such majectic and amazing animals! So, of course, we want to make them into crafts that you will enjoy making with your kids. This newspaper elephant craft is one of my favorites with the print adding a special detail. Plus, using newspaper for crafting is a great way to recycle and help our…

Giraffe Craft for Preschoolers

This giraffe craft for preschoolers starts with some simple pompom painting and gets special details made from recycled newspaper. I just love the touch that the spots made of print adds to this adorable craft. Though this craft is perfect for preschoolers, it will also work for kindergarteners or primary aged kids too. Tearing the…

Butterfly Craft for Kids {with Recycled Newspaper!}

This butterfly craft for kids is so simple and fun to make. And it’s an excellent sensory activity with the squish painting technique and then the tearing of newspaper to add some print details. Truly, it’s very calming and oddly satisfying. What I like best about this bug craft is that no two butterflies will…

Ladybug Craft {with Newspaper Details!}

Ladybugs have been seen as a symbol of hope and peace. If one lands on you it’s supposed to be good luck. This simple ladybug craft starts with a painted oval, but if you’d prefer to skip the paint (and mess) just use markers instead. The spots are just torn recycled newspaper which gives this…

Chipmunk Craft {with Newspaper Details}

What’s cuter than a chipmunk with cheeks full of nuts? Seriously. And we just had to make a craft out of it. So, we decided to make this chipmunk craft with a little extra something…recycled newspaper details. Not only does it elevate this basic craft, but tearing the newspaper is also a great way for…

Newspaper Unicorn Craft {FREE template!}

Who doesn’t love a fun unicorn craft? Whether it be boys or girls, unicorns are pure magic! This newspaper unicorn craft takes it up a notch by also using a recycled material. Using newspaper is not only good for the environment, but the print also gives our unicorn craft a unique look. For this easy…

Paper Plate Elephant Craft {With Ears that Move!}

Animal crafts are some of my favorite projects to make. This paper plate elephant craft is extra special because his ears wiggle when you pull the string. It just takes a little bit of “engineering” to make it work. Be sure to check out the video at the end of this article to see how…

Dog Crafts for Kids {Get the Templates}

I love it when a craft just makes you smile. And you cannot help but smile when you see these dog crafts for kids. Each one is cuter than the one before. I haven’t been able to pick a favorite…the bulldog? the poodle? the pooch? or the maltese? They are all perfect little pet crafts….

Platypus Craft {from Recycled Newspaper}

This platypus craft starts with recycled newspaper and is fun to make for any age. The tearing and crumpling of the paper is perfect for working on bilateral coordination (which just means working the hands together and is a vital foundation skill for things like using scissors, writing, buttoning and, really, just about anything we…

Paper Plate Walrus Craft {It’s a Pouch!}

This paper plate walrus craft is more than just your basic craft that will be made, put on the fridge for a few days and eventually end up in the trash (don’t tell the kids). It’s actually functional because it is a pouch that can be carried around by your kiddo to store all of…

Clifford the Big Red Dog Craft {FREE Template}

This Clifford the Big Red Dog craft is just simply fun. I mean, Clifford simply brings joy. I remember reading the books as a child and then reading them to my sons when they are little and now he gets to be loved by a whole new generation. Of course you know there is a…

Paper Shark Craft {Free Craft Template}

Sharks are amazing creatures, truly majestic in so many ways. Though, I don’t know many people who would like to meet them face to face. But this paper shark craft lets you get up and personal in a super fun way. We used basic gray paper, but please take some liberties and mix it up…

Paper Plate Turtle Craft

This paper plate turtle craft is similar to lots of crafts that you might have seen out there. But there is one very important difference…my absolute favorite crafting supply…WASHI TAPE! It is the perfect thing for helping little ones work on their fine motor skills, as well as pre-scissors skills, working those hands together. Pulling,…

Sheep Craft with Cotton Balls {FREE Template}

We have made lots of sheep crafts on this site. (They are just so darn cute!) But this is actually our first sheep craft with cotton balls…AND it’s interactive! Use the printable template to make crafting easier. And once the sheep craft is put together, just pull the string, and his ears wiggle. It’s seriously…

Penguin Craft {with Recycled Newspaper}

This penguin craft starts with a little paint and goes from there. It’s fun to see the different elements and textures, like recycled newspaper for the tummy, come together to form a work of art. This winter craft can also turn into a teaching tool with one little tweak. Stick around to the end to…

Curious George Craft {FREE Template}

There are so many reasons why Curious George has stood the test of time. First of all, he’s adorable. And he just really brings out the child in all of us with his curious nature and knack for getting into mischief. This Curious George craft is fun and simple to make with the free printable…

Shark Crafts for Kids {Baby Shark Puppets}

These shark crafts for kids can be any shark you want. It can be a great white or you can turn them into the colorful characters from Baby Shark like we did. It just takes a few tweaks, and we have provided free printables to make crafting with your kids super easy. These templates are…

Preschool Polar Bear Craft

This preschool polar bear craft is not only fun and simple to make but it’s more than that. This activity is perfect for working on fine motor skills and especially bilateral coordination, which simple means the two sides of the body working together efficiently. If this skill is not honed, kiddos will often struggle with…

Paper Turkey Craft {with FREE Thanksgiving Craft Template}

This paper turkey craft would be a great addition to your Thanksgiving holiday table. It’s a fun way to get the kids involved in the festivities. Have them make several and add then to the table for a pop of color. And no two turkeys should look the same. Make them as individual and unique…

Monkey Craft {with FREE Craft Template}

Today let’s make a monkey craft because who can be sad when you see a monkey? Especially when it is a monkey that dances when you pull a string. Seriously, this craft is so much fun. And we have provided a free printable template to make crafting even easier. Save this Monkey Paper Plate Craft…

Elephant Craft for Kids

Did you know that elephants are one of the most intelligent animals on the planet. this elephant craft for kids is not only easy to make with the template, but it offers a great opportunity to learn about these special creatures. And since it stands up on its own, make several and put on a…

Recycle Paper Turtle Craft {with FREE template }

This paper turtle craft is extra special because it is made from recycle newspaper which you likely already have on hand. Why let something go to waste when you can make something so adorable instead? And make crafting even easier by printing out the free template. Save this Paper Turtle Craft for later. Pin it…

Easy Owl Craft for Preschoolers

This easy owl craft for preschoolers is a great addition to any lesson on this special creature. Adding a hands-on activity is the perfect way to really engage kiddos. Or just make it for the pure fun of it…there’s never anything wrong with that. The best thing about this craft is that beyond the basic…

Paper Bag Squirrel Craft {Get the Template!}

I’m not sure why it’s taken me this long to share a squirrel craft with you all because these little creatures have always fascinated me. When we went to college in MA, the squirrel should have been our school’s mascot. They were everywhere (including getting into your room if you lives by a tree on…

Llama Craft for Kids {FREE template}

This llama craft is not only completely adorable, but it is also a great way to work on bilateral coordination as you wrap the yarn around and around, adding some fluffiness to the animal craft. Using the llama craft template makes crafting easier, but you can also choose to draw the body of your llama…

51 Awesome Animal Crafts for Kids

These animal crafts for kids are some of the cutest things you will ever see. Seriously, it’s so much fun to make these kids’ crafts that they remind me of Lay’s potato chips…you will not be able to stop at one. So, why even try? To make crafting easier, all of these projects (just like…

Paper Turtle Craft {FREE template}

This paper turtle craft really comes to life with a stuffed newspaper shell, paint and free printable template. No two turtles are the same. We used some traditional colors and patterns, but there are no limits or rules here. If you prefer that your sea turtle has a rainbow shell and a mohawk, then make…

Skunk Craft for Kids {with Newspaper}

You can disagree if you want to, but I think that this skunk craft will convince you that skunks are just completely adorable. I mean, who knew? For this project we are going to add some details using recycled newspaper. I love the look of print in any project, and the skunk’s white stripes lend…

Fluffy Rabbit Craft {FREE template}

This rabbit craft is so much fun to make and goes together quickly. Learn to make a simple pompom to make your bunny extra fluffy. And use the free printable template to make crafting easier. Add whatever details you want to make this bunny unique and truly your own. Get that imagination going. Once you…

Iguana Craft {with FREE templates}

This iguana craft is more than it appears at first glance. First of all, it uses one of my absolute favorite craft supplies…washi tape! Seriously, if you have not used washi tape in crafting before, it is life changing. I love it because it is, first of all, cheap. Plus it comes in every color…

Printable Owl Craft {FREE template}

This printable owl craft is perfect for those little creators who really like to explore everything in the craft bag. In this example, we have used crayons and paper, but you can add paint, beads, tissue paper squares, washi tape or whatever else you have on hand to decorate your owl. This is literally a…

Turtle Craft Video Tutorial

Join my friend, Sadie, and I as we demonstrate how to make the sweet paper plate turtle craft with washi tape accents on his shell. It’s so much fun…you’re going to want to make more than one.

Now that you have all of these craft ideas for fun and simple animal crafts, don’t stop at just one…or even two. You’re goingn to want to craft your way through this list all year long. Just think of the fun you’ll have. And don’t stop at just making the crafts. Be sure to include some imaginary play with your finished projects too.

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