50+ Easy September Crafts for your Kids

September celebrates many different real and quirky holidays such as National Food Bank Day, Labor Day and the Autumnal Equinox. If you’re looking for some fun activities that will keep your little ones busy throughout the end of Summer and into Fall, these 50+ September crafts are exactly what you need.

Fun Facts About September

• September is home to several unique holidays such as Extra Dessert Day, National Cheese Pizza Day and National Teddy Bear Day.
• The word “September” comes from the Latin word “Septum” meaning seven.
• Septembers’ birth stone is a sapphire.
• Septembers’ birth flowers are Aster and Morning Glory.

You can learn more fun facts about the month of September when you visit amazingfactshome.com. Now, onto some easy crafts that your kids will love!

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1-5. Paper Food Crafts

Did you know that September 1st is National Food Bank Day? These construction paper food crafts are a great way to inspire your little ones to donate to those who are in need. You can learn how to make these popsicle stick crafts when you read our post “Paper Food Crafts”.

6-15. Easy Community Helpers Activity Cards (Free Printables)

These community helper cards are a great way to thank the hard workers in your life this Labor Day (first Monday of September). This activity is suitable for kids of all ages. Some of the cards you’ll learn how to make in this post include: police officers, construction workers, hairdressers, teachers, nurses and so many more! You can claim your free printables when you read our article “Easy Community Helpers Activity Cards (Free Printables)“.

16. Pizza Craft Pouch

Some days you have to celebrate the little things in life, like National Cheese Pizza Day (September 5). You can learn how to make this pizza pouch craft when you read our post “Pizza Craft Pouch”.

17. Three Scoop Ice Cream Cone Kids’ Craft

Do you like coffee flavored ice cream? If so, National Coffee Flavored Ice Cream Day (celebrated September 6th) if the holiday for you. Celebrate this quirky holiday which this ice cream craft. Want to read the easy to follow instructions? Visit our post “Three Scoop Ice Cream Cone Kids’ Craft”.

18-23. Cute Printable Zoo Animal Bookmarks (FREE pdf)

These cute printable zoo animal bookmarks are a great way to get your kiddos excited about National Read a Book Day (September 6th). Reading books have many health benefits including reduced stress, reduced anxiety and improvements in memory. Let us know in the comments what your favorite book is! You can claim your free, printable templates for these fun projects HERE.

For even more bookmarks to choose from, go HERE.

24-28. Cinderella Activities for Kids

National Read a Book Day is also a great opportunity to dig into some classics like Cinderella! Pair these crafts with storytime for a dynamic duo! Want to claim your free crafting template? Visit our article “Cinderella Activities for Kids”.

29-33. Little Red Riding Hood Crafts

Did you miss out of September 6th’s National Read a Book Day? September 8th is National Literacy Day! Celebrate this important holiday with these 5 crafts from the classic story “Little Red Riding Hood”. You can learn how to make these crafts when you read our post “Little Red Riding Hood Crafts”.

34. Three Pigs and Big Bad Wolfe Craft

Did you miss out of September 6th’s National Read a Book Day? September 8th is National Literacy Day! Continue the celebration with this classic children’s story…Three Little Pigs and Big Bad Wolfe. Add a popsicle stick handle to turn these into puppets to tell the story. Find the full tutorial and grab the free templates HERE.

35. Teddy Bear Craft (with FREE Craft Template)

Did you know that over half of U.S adults still have their childhood stuffed animals? Its no wonder why these special objects have their very own holiday on September 9th. You can read the full set of instructions when you read our article “Teddy Bear Craft (with FREE Craft Template)”.

36. Patriotic Kite Kids’ Craft DIY

Fun fact: September 13th is Uncle Sam Day! Celebrate this quirky holiday with this patriotic kite kids’ craft. Want to learn how to make this september craft? Click HERE.

37. Free Patriotic Coloring Pages

If you’re looking for a simple and fun way to celebrate Uncle Sam Day, check out these patriotic coloring pages! You can claim your free, printable coloring pages when you click HERE.

38. Simple Dancer Crafts (with Colorful Dresses!)

Did you know that September 16th is National Dance Day? These simple dancer crafts are perfect for all of the little dancers in your life. You can claim your free, printable crafting templates when you visit our post “Simple Dancer Crafts (with Colorful Dresses!)”.

39-44. Pirate Craft Collection (get the templates)

Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day with this pirate craft collection! Learn how to make the captain, crew and pirate! You can learn how to make all six pirate themed crafts when you read our post “Pirate Craft Collection {get the templates}”.

45. Elephant Craft made with Recycled Newspaper {FREE Template!}

Did you know that September 22nd is Elephant Appreciation Day? What better way to appreciate these beautiful creatures than to help protect their environment! You can learn how to make this recycled newspaper elephant craft whne you read “Elephant Craft made with Recycled Newspaper {FREE Template!}”.

46. Elephant Craft with Wiggly Ears

Continue the celebration of Elephant Appreciation Day with this adorable paper plate elephant. When you pull the string, his ears wiggle. You can find the full tutorial HERE.

47. Preschool Fall Tree Craft {FREE Printable}

Fun Fact: September 22nd marks the Fall Equinox. This marks the transition between summer and fall. I feel that this preschool fall trees craft perfectly shows the beauty of fall as the leaves change color and helps to ring in the new season. You can learn how to make this fun fall craft when you read our article “Preschool Fall Tree Craft {FREE Printable}”.

48. Put On a Fall Puppet Show! {Here’s How!}

If you liked the last easy fall craft then you will love these! It’s perfect for an interactive puppet theater! You can read the full set of instructions for these leaf people puppets in our post “Put On a Fall Puppet Show! {Here’s How!}”.

49. Rabbit Craft for Preschoolers (Fine Motor Play)

Did you know that September 23rd is International Rabbit Day? Perhaps you own a rabbit, or you just enjoy watching them as they hop through your yard. Either way, I just know that you’ll love this rabbit craft. Not only is it super fun to make, but is also the perfect craft to improve fine motor skills! You can read the full set of instructions in our post “Rabbit Craft for Preschoolers (Fine Motor Play)”.

50. Rabbit Craft (with Free Craft Template)

Did you like the last rabbit craft? Then you need to check out this rabbit craft! You can view the step-by-step instructions on how to make this craft when you visit our article “Rabbit Craft (with Free Craft Template)”.

For even more bunny crafts, check out THIS ARTICLE.

51. Puffy Ghost Craft Puppets

Fun fact: September 30th is Ghost Hunting Day! If you’re eager for the fall season to get started, this is a great excuse to get spooky. Want to learn how to make this puffy phost craft puppets with googly eyes? Click HERE.

Make crafting a part of the your family fun this September. It’s the perfect way to create lasting memories that your kids will share with their kids.

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