79 Spring Crafts for Kids
As the weather turns from ice and snow to rainbows and sunshine, these Spring crafts are the perfect way to spend time together as a family. You know there are going to be lots of rainy days these next few months, and the kids will be restless. Plan ahead by filling your kids’ craft bag with the items you’ll need to make any one of these fun and simple Spring crafts.
Spring is a time of rebirth and blossoming. All of the little critters come out and start to join the world again. So, lots of these crafts will be our little animal friends. You’ll also find bugs, birds, things from the farm, flowers, rain and weather crafts, and more.
Craft Supplies to Gather
Each craft will tell you exactly what items to grab from your kids’ craft bag. But every single craft supply comes from the same master list that we use for every single creative project you see on this site and in our shop. By sticking to this list, it’s like having a capsule wardrobe that you can mix and match for thousands of crafty options…but instead of outfits, we’re putting together amazing kids’ crafts. Fill your bag so that you’re ready to craft along too.
This is the perfect time of year to make these beautiful paper plate bird crafts and learn about our feathery friends…
Why is Spring Called Spring?
According to Dictionary.com, spring was known as lent, or the lentene season, which came from the Old English lengten, which means “to make longer or greater in length.” The days get longer in Spring. In the 1300’s the term lent was replaced by “springing time”, since the plants begin to “spring” from the ground. After a few name changes it was shortened to “Spring”.
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Spring Craft Ideas for Kids
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Fun and Easy Strawberry Craft for Kids
I think strawberries are the funnest fruit. This adorable strawberry craft brings a strawberry to life. You’re going to want to create several of these cute strawberry crafts so that you can use them to put on a puppet show and tell a story. Pose the arms and legs any way you want. The pipe…
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Paper Plate Umbrella Craft (It’s a Pouch!)
Those April showers are a reason to celebrate because flowers are soon to follow. Making this adorable umbrella craft that is a pouch is the perfect way to bring in the Spring season. Once finished, use it to carry your special treasures or (my favorite) fill it with some flowers and hang it up. If…
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FREE Printable Easter Bookmarks to Color
The best way to make reading a good book even better is to create your own DIY bookmark to go with it. These totally adorable Easter bookmarks are the perfect thing. Featuring the sweetest bunnies, chicks and more, print them onto cardstock and then simply color, cut and use! They make great gifts too. Of…
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Free Printable St. Patrick’s Day Hats for Kids
We have a way to make celebrating any holiday or season that much more fun…hats!!! These printable St. Patrick’s Day hats are the perfect thing to make the season even better. They may even bring you some luck! Just print, color and wear your St. Patrick’s Day crown! They’re perfect for kids of any age….
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Cute Gnome Craft for Kids (Free Printable)
Gnomes are magical, and they’re not just for gardens either. This sweet gnome craft is so fun to make, and you can give him whatever personality you like. The best part is that it’s a simple printable that takes just a few supplies to complete. If you enjoy making this gnome craft, you’re also going…
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Free Printable Spring Coloring Pages for Kids
Do your kids love coloring pages? So many do. And, so, you’ll be seeing a whole lot more of them here. I’ve been creating away and can’t wait for you to see all of the designs coming your way. And…the best part is they’re absolutely free! Just enter your email below to download your free…
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Preschool Frog Craft Fine Motor Activity (Free Printable)
This adorable preschool frog craft is more than it appears. Not only is it so much fun to make, but it’s also the perfect way to practice essential fine motor skills. Tearing the washi tape promotes a mature pinch grasp, which will come in handy for holding a pencil properly. If you like making this…
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Simple Deer Craft for Kids (Free Printable Template)
It doesn’t take much to put together this adorable deer craft. Just start with a simple paper lunch bag and use the free deer template for the rest. One of my favorite parts about this craft is not just how completely cute it turns out but also how great it is for practicing lots of…
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Easy Paper Mushroom Craft for Kids (FREE Printable)
This easy paper mushroom craft contains a sweet surprise inside. The free printable includes not only a mushroom template, but also a couple of little critters to hide inside your mushroom. We’ll show you how to make these little mushroom houses with the simple step-by-step instructions below. I bet you’ve never heard of craft flashcards…Of…
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Easy Paper Snail Craft for Kids (FREE Printable)
This easy paper snail craft is so much fun to make that you’re going to want to make several. When finished you can play with them and have a great time creating stories or attach them to a piece of paper and draw a slimy trail. This craft is perfect for kids of all ages….
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Easy Paper Bunny Craft for Kids (FREE Template)
This adorable and easy paper bunny craft starts with a free bunny template. Just download it and print it out, and you’re ready to go. Then glue the pieces together and form the bunny into an accordion so that he can jump with glee. We’ll walk you through it step by step. This is such…
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20+ Insect Crafts for Kids (Easy to Make)
Do your little ones love insects or do they see them as creepy crawlies to be avoided at all costs? Either way, I think your kids will love making these fun insect crafts. Be sure to read to the end to discover all 20+ of them. You won’t be able to stop at making just…
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50+ May Crafts for Kids to Make This Spring
For many, the month of May also marks the end of the school year. As a mom myself, I know it can be difficult to find things to keep your little ones occupied all Spring, especially on those rainy days. That’s why I’ve compiled some of my favorite May crafts to share with you. Be…
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15+ Adorable Bunny Crafts to Make This Spring
One of my favorite things about the Spring and Easter season is seeing all the wildlife emerge again – like bunnies! Here at In the Bag Kids’ Crafts, our goal is to remove barriers to creativity. That’s why all 15+ bunny crafts you’ll find in this post can all be made from our simple list…
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Easy Rainbow Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers
This simple rainbow craft starts with a fun sensory activity of squishy paint to form the clouds. It’s so satisfying and just one of the fun things that this craft has to offer. Make it on the next rainy day stuck indoors to keep your spirits bright and sunny. This is a great activity for…
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30+ Fun April Crafts for Kids to Make this Spring
April – the first full month of spring and home to many quirky holidays including National Deep Dish Pizza Day, National Unicorn Day and many more. Here are over 30 April crafts and activities inspired by the wonderful month of April. Make crafting with your kids a habit. You’ll never regret the time you spending…
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Easy Squirrel Craft for Kids (FREE Template)
This paper bag squirrel craft is great project for kids of all ages. (Yes, even young children like preschoolers and kindergarteners can do it with some adult supervision!) Our cute squirrel craft is the perfect activity for keeping those little hands busy while simultaneously improving their fine motor skills. I’m not sure why it’s taken…
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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…
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Earth Craft (with FREE Template)
This Earth craft is perfect for celebrating Earth Day or any time you want a simple reminder of how lucky we are to be able to enjoy the beauty of our planet. Start with a paper plate and use the free printable craft template to make crafting super easy. This craft is like giving our…
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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…
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Paper Plate Basket (with a Twist)
This simple paper plate basket is made extra special with one inexpensive craft supply…washi tape! I absolutely love crafting with washi tape because, not only is it cheap, but it also comes in almost any color and pattern. You can even get ones that are glittery, shiny or lacy. Really, if you can think of…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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25 Easy Easter Crafts for Kids
These Easter crafts for kids are a great way to keep the kiddos busy and happy all through the holiday season. They’re the perfect screen-free activity too. From rabbits to chicks to duckies to colorful eggs, you’ll find all of the classic Easter crafts on this list. My favorite is probably all of the adorable…
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21+ March Crafts for Kids
I love the month of March as we start to see a glimmer of Spring try to peak out from behind the cold and dark of winter. These March crafts for kids include themes like rainbows, St. Patrick’s Day, and the change in weather. Even though March doesn’t include any of the “big” holidays, there’s…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Cloud Craft for Kids (So Simple!)
This simple cloud craft leaves lots of room for imagination. Have you ever gone cloud watching with your family? It’s so relaxing and fun. This easy craft imitates that activity but puts it into a paper and paint form. Just make the cloud by tapping paint on the page. Then look close to find a…
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Peas in a Pod Craft (with FREE Craft Template)
This peas in a pod craft is so fun to make and can be used to give as a special little gift to someone special in your life. Write a special message on the front. You can even add a magnet to the back. We just placed our “peas” in the pod without any adhesive,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Paper Plate Flower Craft (It’s a Pouch!)
This paper plate flower craft has several versions that you can make, including the daisy craft that we will learn to make step-by-step. You can make the daisy or design your own flowe.r Stick around until the end for a couple more ideas. The best part of this flower craft is that it’s a pouch…
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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….
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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…
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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…
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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…
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St Patrick’s Day Coloring Pages {FREE!}
Do your kids love coloring pages? So many do. And, so, you’ll be seeing a whole lot more of them here. I’ve been creating away and can’t wait for you to see all of the designs coming your way. And…the best part is they will be absolutely free! Just enter your email below to download…
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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…
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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…
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Rain Cloud Craft {great fine motor activity}
This rain cloud craft is so super simple to put together. It goes together quickly but is a great way to work on fine motor skills with the lacing of beads and the tying of knots. You can also use it when teaching about weather. Instead of beads, lace on some snowflakes or add a…
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5 Easy Farm Animal Crafts (with FREE Templates)
These 5 easy farm animal crafts each start with the most basic of craft supplies…popsicle sticks. But each one is unique an adorable in it’s own way. From the sheep to the pig to the horse…which one will be your favorite. I really think that you are going to need to make them all. Stick…
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Soccer Ball Craft {from Recycled Newspaper!}
There isn’t anything in my craft bag that can make an actual soccer ball (though that would be fun), but there are the perfect supplies for this soccer ball craft made from recycled newspaper. It doesn’t take much, goes together rather quickly and can lead to fun beyond making this sports craft. This would be…
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Sheep Kids Craft (with Popsicle Sticks)
And the barnyard fun continues! Today we are making this very sweet sheep kids craft. Check out the rest of these barnyard animal crafts to go with your sheep: ROOSTER, PIG, COW, HORSE. Of course, as usual, make these animals your own. They do not have to look like the ones here. This is just…
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Horse Craft {with FREE template}
We are adding another farm animal to our collection, a horse craft. And, it starts with just a few basic popsicle sticks. Your horse does not have to look like mine. The only limit is your imagination. It could be a white stallion or black with white spots or pink with a white mane! Make…
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Rooster Craft {with FREE template}
This week we are playing with the popsicle stick triangle frames again! I just love starting off with something so basic and having it turn into something so cute! This rooster craft has some farm animal friends too. Check out the rest of the barnyard crew: HORSE, PIG, SHEEP, and COW. If you like this…
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Easy Cow Craft {with FREE template}
Have you ever created something that just made you giggle? That is me today! This easy cow craft is just too adorable for words. And I hope that you like it too. Even better, this super cute cow craft is part of a a bigger collection of triangle farm animal crafts. Check out the rest…
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Easy Pig Craft {with FREE template}
This easy pig craft is so much fun to make with its pop-up nose. And the printable template makes crafting simple. I cannot wait to see your versions of these creations. If you have not yet, check out the ROOSTER, HORSE, SHEEP, and COW. And now for the very simple instructions for this adorable pig…
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Very Easy Paper Flowers (with a ladybug)
These very easy paper flowers are even better when made in multiples so that they form a bouquet. And did you notice the special detail…a sweet little ladybug on the petal? I love little surprising touches like that, don’t you. The best part about this paper flower craft is that you can customize it to…
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Caterpillar Paper Craft (with FREE Template)
This caterpillar paper craft is so simple to make, using the free printable template. Who knew that you could turn a simple paper plate into something so totally adorable. And if you like this insect craft, you may also like these bug crafts and this cicada craft too. If you have preschoolers, I am sure…
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DIY Bookmark Flower Design (Perfect for Mom)
This bookmark flower design is a perfect way to show your love and appreciation for mom. They make great little homemade Mother’s Day gifts that you can personalize with a message on the stem or leaf, or even right in the heart center of the paper flower. Choose your own colors and details for the…
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Bird Nest Craft for Preschoolers
We are saying that this a bird nest craft for preschoolers because what preschooler doesn’t love to stick their fingers into paint and go at it? But this bird nest art and craft is also a great little project for children of any age. Add a message to the project and it turns into a…
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Earth Day Activities Paper Chain
Celebrating Earth Day isn’t something that we should do just one day a year. It’s something that we should be doing all year long. This paper chain is a great way to carry on the meaning of the holiday with Earth Day activities that can be done for as long as you want. Once your…
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Paper Plate Bird Crafts (eBook Collection)
Make one of these 13 backyard bird crafts with our latest ebook, including templates for each of the paper plate bird crafts. This collection is a great way to celebrate Spring. But even more than that it is also a fun way to help kids learn about the birds in our backyard. True, they may…
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Cloud Activities for Preschoolers (Great for Fine Motor)
Spring is finally here! It seemed like winter would never end. But this To celebrate I wanted to develop a craft that would just make everyone smile, like the sun coming out from behind a cloud at last. So, please enjoy these cloud activities for preschoolers, along with this little diddy… “Blue skies Smiling at…
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Easy Bee Craft for Kids
This paper bee craft is perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, or really any kiddo who just wants to make a fun and simple craft. Once it goes together, it’s a great opportunity to teach about the importance of bees for our world and all the good that they do. Crafting has so many benefits. Not only…
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Paper Plate Rabbit Craft for Kids
Who knew that something so adorable could come from just a few paper plates? This paper plate rabbit craft is great as an Easter craft or really any time of the year. Hang it somewhere that it can twist and turn to keep the fun going. This easy paper bunny craft is a mobile that…
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Super Easy Paper Bunny Craft
This easy paper bunny craft is so fun to make and goes together in about 5 minutes. It’s the perfect Easter activity to complete while waiting for dinner to get on the table. Or you can make it any time. There is never a bad time for these bunny craft ideas. And then use this…
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Fluffy Bunny Craft for Preschoolers
This bunny craft for preschoolers is great for Easter or really for any time you just need a smile. Because you simply cannot make these cut bunny crafts without smiling…trust me. And even though the title says that it is for preschoolers, kids of just about any age will enjoy the process of wrapping the…
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Paper Plate Robin Craft for Spring
This paper plate Robin is the perfect craft to celebrate the start of a new season. The American Robin is a migratory songbird. Basically, what that means to me is that when we start to see robins here in Pennsylvania, Spring is here. And that is good news because, frankly, by that point we all…
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Easy Easter Basket Craft (with Squish Eggs)
Isn’t it a shame that we only decorate Easter eggs one time during the year!?! I mean, it is so much fun! This easy Easter basket craft starts out by making some really fun squishy painted paper Easter eggs. This is something that a kiddo of any age can do with just a little bit…
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Paper Plate Frog Craft
This paper plate frog craft could not be easier to make. It is the perfect preschool frog craft and takes just a few supplies from “In the Bag”. Did you know that we have a list of supplies that we recommend you keep in your kids’ craft bag? (The reason for our name). And not…
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Interactive Cloud Craft with Rainbow Fan
This cloud craft with a rainbow fan is so much more than just another kids’ craft that you do not have a place for. This paper craft opens and closes to display the rainbow over the cloud. This could make a great mindfulness activity, as you open the rainbow think positive thoughts, even say them…
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Rainy Day Craft for Kids
It’s Spring, which means that it’s time to get ready with the rainy day activities. And this rainy day craft really is simply one of the best Spring crafts. I was one of those rare and strange kids who loved when school recess was indoors. Then I would get to color and read and play…
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Paper Plate Bunny Craft
This paper plate bunny craft is not just fun to make but can be used to carry around those Easter goodies. Or really, anything at all. It doesn’t need to be an Easter bunny craft. Really, rabbits are adorable any time of the year, and make especially good spring crafts since that is when they…
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5 Easter Crafts Ideas You Will Love
These Easter Crafts Ideas are a fun collection of some of our favorite simple Easter crafts. Each one starts with a basic triangle popsicle stick frame and goes from there. I know, triangle shaped eggs are unorthodox, but they turned out so cute. Plus they are a easy for little ones to make and leave…
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Bookmark Ideas for Students
Today we are going to learn how to make a bookmark. And not just any bookmark, but actually three weather themed bookmarks with special painting techniques and a little bit of soft fuzzies too. These make great DIY gifts for family and friends. And they are easy to make bookmark ideas for students who benefit…
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Easy Sheep Craft for Kids
This easy sheep craft for kids is both simple and fun to make and great for working on so many developmental hand skills. Wrapping the body of the sheep is great for developing bilateral coordination (coordinating the hands together) and then for promoting hand strength when pinching the clothespins. These hand skills are essential for…
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7 Easy Bug Crafts for Kids
I never thought that I would say bug crafts are “cute”, but these ones really are. And I know that you will use your imaginations and make them your own. Who says that your bee has to be yellow…maybe yours is bright green or pink? The instructions for the easy insect crafts for kids are…
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Earth Day Kids’ Craft
Earth Day is coming around again, and it is such a great time to remind children of wonders of our world and our responsibility to take care of it. The Earth Day kids’ craft today is not all that new in concept, but we are making it with a twist. We will only use things…
Now that you have LOADS of ideas for crafts to make with your kids this Spring, make sure that you’re ready by filling your bag using our master list. Then you’re ready to pick your favorites and craft today…no waiting and no additional prep.
Check Out This Brief Video Tutorial of the Sleeping Bunny Craft
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