Crafts for Toddlers
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Preschool Zebra Craft Fine Motor Activity (Free Printable)
This sweet preschool zebra craft is not only fun to make, but it’s also great for practicing those vital fine motor skills. We’ll be using my favorite craft suppy…washi tape! A little goes a long way, and it’s so versatile. Little hands love to place it and pull it back up again, improving the tip…
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….
Preschool Fine Motor Activity Pig Craft (Free Printable)
Not only is this preschool pig craft completely adorable, it’s also perfect for practicing fine motor skills. Tearing and placing the washi tape is great for promoting a mature pincer grasp, which is the optimal way to hold a pencil. Some children struggling with writing, and holding the pencil properly goes a long way toward…
Free Printable Lucky Clover Memory Game
This super fun St. Patrick’s Day game is a classic. I think we all played the game Memory in our childhood. It’s the perfect way to have fun while promoting skills like taking turns, following rules, visual memory, communication skills, attention span and so much more! This version is a DIY printable with lucky clovers…
Free Printable Birthday Cake Craft for Kids
What better way to celebrate a birthday than with a unique birthday cake craft? It’s so much fun to see how each child designs their own dream cake. Maybe once they make it in paper form, we can bring it to life in flour and sugar form. Wouldn’t that be fun? If you enjoy this…
Easy Paper Plate Donut Craft for Kids
This sweet treat is totally yours to design. For your donut craft, choose the colors and the toppings as you create your very own pastry masterpiece. It all starts with a paper plate. Just a heads up that even without the paint, this craft does get a little messy. So, be sure to use that…
Free Printable Valentine’s Day Card Snowman Theme
The best cards are homemade cards, and you’re going to love making (and giving) this sweet printable Valentine’s Day card. The theme is “You Melt My Heart” and features a melted snowman. To create a sort of 3D effect, we’re going to grab good old faithful Elmer’s school glue. Just add a few squirts of…
Fun Yarn Snowman Craft Lacing Activity
This fun yarn snowman craft is perfect for making during the cold days of the winter season. You’ll have lots of room for creativity while also practicing fine motor skills and bilateral coordination. For little ones, precut the circle in the center of the paper plate and precut the carrot nose if needed. If you…
Easy Free Printable Bear Craft for Preschoolers
This sweet bear craft for preschoolers is not only fun to make, but it’s also an excellent opportunity to practice vital fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It’s perfect for kids of any age. Young children can tear pieces of washi tape for this fun project and place them randomly. While older kids can be…
Free Printable Alphabet Coloring Pages
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…
Easy Paper Plate Snow Globe Craft for Kids
This easy snow globe craft is perfect for kids of all ages andis a great way to express so much creativity. This fun craft is perfect for the holiday season or as a simple winter craft, and it takes so few supplies. You’re going to love all of the winter scenes that your kids can…
Easy Free Printable Turtle Craft for Preschoolers
This adorable turtle craft for preschoolers is not only fun to make, but it’s also an excellent opportunity to practice vital fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It’s perfect for kids of any age. Young children can tear pieces of washi tape for this fun project and place them randomly. While older kids can be…
75+ December Crafts for Kids (Easy and Fun to Make)
As a mom, I know how hectic the holiday season can be. Not only do you have to get ready for parties and Christmas shopping, but you also have to find ways to keep your little ones busy while they’re home from school. Well, look no further! This list has 75+ easy December crafts, simple…
Turkey Art Activity for Thanksgiving (Free Turkey Outline)
This fun turkey art is perfect for kids of any age. And it leaves loads of room for creativity! Today you’ll learn 4 ways to use the free turkey outline printable. Stick around to the end, and I’ll give you even more ideas to try. You can make this craft at Thanksgiving, when learning about…
Printable Halloween Hats for Kids
We have a way to make celebrating any holiday that much more fun…hats!!! These printable Halloween hats are the perfect thing to make the season even better. Just print, color and wear! They’re perfect for kids of any age. There are 2 versions for you to choose from. One includes a large space in the…
Easy Paper Sugar Skull Craft for Day of the Dead
One of the most popular decorations and symbols of the Day of the Dead is a sugar skull. This easy paper sugar skull leaves loads of room for creativity. When you make your own sugar skulls, use all your favorite colors. Using the squish painting technique is a great way to make sure that every…
25+ Fun and Simple Fairy Tale Crafts for Kids
Looking for ways to bring out your little one’s creativity? These Fairy Tale Crafts are just what you need! They’ll have so much fun learning about these classic stories and improving their fine motor skills while they craft. Be sure to read to the end to discover all 25+ of them! Build Your Child’s Love…
Easy & Adorable Hedgehog Craft for Kids
This hedgehog craft is simply the sweetest and a great craft for kids of all ages regardless of the time of year). 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 a great opportunity to…
Adorable Baby Sea Turtle Craft (FREE Printable)
This baby sea turtle craft is beyond adorable. Start with the printable and color this little turtle any way you like, really make him unique. Then put him into his little egg until it’s time to hatch. What a fun way to learn about how sea turtles come into the world. It’s great for kids…
40+ Newspaper Crafts for Kids
Who said crafting has to be expensive? There are so many wonderful crafts that you can make with items you have lying around your house (like Newspaper!). In this roundup, we discuss more than 40 Newspaper Crafts for Kids that will not only save the earth, but save your wallet as well. Grab Your Copy…
DIY Printable Mother’s Day 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 sweet Mother’s Day bookmarks are the perfect thing. Plus they make a great personalized gift for mom on her special day. Pair the with her favorite “want to read” book, a mom…
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…
20+ Letter E Crafts for Preschoolers and Toddlers
Looking for some letter crafts to accompany your alphabet unit in your preschool or kindergarten classroom? Here are 20+ Letter E crafts that your little ones will love! Your toddlers and kindergartners will love learning to make crafts associated with each letter of the alphabet. Be sure to check out our other letter round ups…
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…
20+ Free & Fun Paper Bag Puppets for Kids
One of my favorite things about crafting is that you can take something ordinary, something as simple as a brown paper bag, and turn it into something original like an axolotl or a firefly. But who says you have to stop there? You can make sports players, a shark, even a robot! Anything is possible…
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…
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…
30+ Wild Zoo Crafts and Activities for Kids
When you ask a child what their favorite animal is, chances are they will tell you something fun and exotic like an elephant or a lion! In today’s article, we will be sharing our favorite zoo crafts and activities with all of your favorite wild animals. With over 32 zoo animal crafts, there is something…
10+ Awesome Letter A Crafts for Kids
Using crafts is a wonderful way to introduce new concepts, like colors, shapes, numbers and letters, to little ones. Crafts engage all of the senses, which increases the opportunities for learning and the ability to retain the knowledge. These letter A crafts are a few ideas that you can use for presenting how the letter…
25+ Pet Crafts and Activity Ideas for Kids
We know how much your furry friends (and not so furry ones) mean to you. Whether you have a cat or dog, or a horse or axolotl these 25+ pet crafts are perfect for you. Grab this totally Adorable Paper Plate Animal Crafts Collection TODAY for just $9!!! Save these Pet Crafts for later. Pin…
25+ Easy Sea Animal Crafts for Kids
Does your little one share a passion for the ocean? Perhaps they even dream of becoming a marine biologist? If so, then these 21+ sea animal crafts and activities are just what you need. Your Kids are Going to Absolutely LOVE This Collection of Under the Sea Animals Paper Plate Crafts… Fun Facts about the…
FREE Zoo Coloring Pages for Kids (PDF Download)
Do your kids love coloring pages? So many do. 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 Zoo coloring…
Letter B Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Using crafts to teach the alphabet is the perfect mix of learning and play, which is a great way for little ones master a new concept. These letter B crafts for toddlers and preschoolers will not only help your child with letter recognition but also with practicing the letter B sound and begining to write…
50+ Lovely February Crafts and Activities for Kids
February – the month of love. But did you know that February is known for some wacky holidays as well? Groundhog Day, National Polar Bear Day, and National Tell a Fairytale Day are some of their names. Celebrate this beautiful month with over 50 February crafts for kids! Fun Facts About February Save these February…
20+ Hibernation Activities for Preschoolers
Did you know that millions of animals hibernate every winter? During this time of hibernation, animals stay inactive to conserve their energy when food is in short supply. This unique feature keeps them safe all through the cold months until food is readily available again. These hibernation activities for preschoolers are the perfect way to…
Sensory Constellation Activity for Kids (Free Printables)
I have yet to meet a kiddo (or adult for that matter) who is not fascinated by space. This constellation activity encourages children to explore beyond our world. The printable constellations are a great way to teach storytelling and just growing the imagination. Salt painting is a super satisfying sensory activity as you feel the…
15+ Ultimate Sports Crafts for Kids
As a boy mom, I totally get the obsession that kids have with sports. That’s why I’ve collected some of my favorite sports crafts for kids to share with you and your little ones. This collection of crafts has activities for kids of all ages (yes, even preschoolers and kindergarteners can join in on the…
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…
Cookie Craft
I love a super simple project like this cookie craft. It’s easy enough for a toddler or preschooler to make, but it can be elevated for older kids too. Stick around to the end, and I’ll show you how to turn this basic cookie into a fun little pouch to carry special treasures. And if…
Letter D Coloring Pages
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. This is collection is part of the new alphabet letters coloring pages series. And…the best part…
Cupcake Craft
This sweet cupcake craft is a simple printable that you can decorate anyway that you like. It’s a great open-ended craft that leaves lots of room for creativity. Plus, it can easily be used as a letter C craft for preschoolers or toddlers. We’ll talk about that later…so keep reading. And be sure to grab…
Letter C Crafts
Using crafts is a wonderful way to introduce new concepts, like colors, shapes, numbers and letters, to little ones. Crafts engage all of the senses, which increases the opportunities for learning and the ability to retain the knowledge. These letter C crafts are a few ideas that you can use for presenting how the letter…
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…
How to Use Flashcards for Developmental Skills
Learning how to use flashcards to promote developmental skills in children is so simple. And, I know what you’re going to say…”Where can I find flashcards that do that?” Well, HERE, of course. Why else would I be talking about this? And, even better, I have compiled a bundle of 100 sets of craft flashcards…
Letter B Coloring Pages (FREE Printables)
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. This is collection is part of the new alphabet letters coloring pages series. And…the best part…
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…
Saint Patrick’s Day Craft (Bookmarks!)
This super simple Saint Patricks Day craft can be used as bookmarks or even little puppets. It’s so fun to paint the rainbow on the popsicle stick, letting the colors mix together where they meet. Stick around to the end to watch the video of how we ombre paint with pompoms. It’s very satisfying. And…
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,…
Letter K Crafts for Preschoolers
Making crafts is a wonderful way to introduce new concepts, like colors, shapes, numbers and letters, to little ones. Crafts engage all of the senses, which increases the opportunities for learning. These letter K crafts for preschoolers are a few ideas that you can use for presenting how the letter K looks, sounds and is…
100 Easy Crafts for Kids
We’re sharing these easy crafts for kids to give you the ideas that you need to get started creating things with your kids today. No more waiting. After all, you probably already know this, but crafting with your kids is about so much more than just making something. As they say, it’s about the journey,…
Name Puzzle Printable Crafts (FREE!)
Teaching your child any new skill is best done with hands-on activities that engage more of the senses and feel like play. These name puzzle printable crafts are a super simple way to introduce name recognition and spelling…and take only minutes to prep. You can also work on beginning scissors skills while you’re at it….
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…
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…
Paper Football Craft (and Snack Pack)
This simple little paper football craft is perfect for kids of any age. And the fun part is that you can fill them with snacks, just use them as a game time decoration or create a noise maker to cheer for your favorite team. Keep reading to find out how. If you like this paper…
Football Activity for Kids (Name Puzzle)
This football activity for kids is the perfect learning through play activity for the little sports fan in your life. It’s a simple paper name puzzle in the shape of a puzzle. We provide the template, and you take it from there. If you like this football craft, you’re also going to love making this…
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…
Free Valentine Printables (for Treat Bags)
Every year we would look around for the perfect Valentines for my boys to give to their classmates. Of course, those with a little gift connected were the best to both give and receive. This free Valentine printables pdf is the perfect solution. Not only will they combine perfectly with any treat that you choose…
Groundhog Day Craft for Toddlers
Enjoy this fun Groundhog Day craft for toddlers (or kids of any age really)…just print, color and add a handprint for the groundhog’s shadow. You decide whether he sees his shadow or not based on where you place the shadow. If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, it’s another 6 weeks of winter. Fun facts about…
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. Save these Animal Crafts for Kids for later. Pin them to your favorite Pinterest board… The…
Paper Mitten Craft for Kids
Let’s get right to it…this simple kids’ craft will take about 5 minutes, is great for any age, and leaves plenty of room for imagination. The steps are few, but the results are pleasantly surprising. So, without further ado (yes, I said ado), enjoy this paper mitten craft! Stick around to the end, and I’ll…
100 Paper Crafts for Kids
We always keep a generous supply of construction paper in our craft bag, in lots of colors. And these paper crafts for kids are exactly the reason. It’s amazing what you can do with just some paper, scissors, glue and a little bit of imagination. Of course, these paper craft ideas are a great place…
14 Cartoon Crafts You’ll Love
Cartoon crafts are not only fun to make, but they’re also so much fun to play with afterward. You can tell the stories that you’ve seen over and over again from these cartoon characters or make up your own stories. Create several of them and let them interact…like a tv crossover event all your own….
10 Space Crafts for Kids
I haven’t me a kid yet who doesn’t love making space crafts, boys and girls of any age will find something on this list that they can’t wait to make. This collection of outerspace crafts includes something for every age and skill level. Make Even More Crafts with Your Kids (You’ll be so happy you…
10 Rabbit Crafts for Chinese New Year 2023
Each of these rabbit crafts is perfect for celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 since it is the year of the rabbit. Any one that you pick will be fun to make. And, as always, the supplies that we use come from our master list of supplies that we use for all of the crafts you…
Craft Memories with Your Family All Year Long (FREE Calendar Updated for 2023)
You will never regret the time you spend crafting with your kids. It’s so fun to craft memories together. Let’s be honest…we all say that we want less screen time, more time doing meaningful things together, less time spent in the chaos of life…but when it comes down to it, life passes us by. Time…
Snowman Craft (with FREE Template)
This adorable snowman craft starts with a paper lunch bag and turns into a fun play things or winter decoration. We used a white paper bag, but you can also use a brown one and just paint or color the front. Give your snowman craft its own unique personality with whatever details you would like….
Football Coloring Pages (Free Printables)
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…
DIY Sports Crafts (FREE Printables)
Make cheering for your favorite team even more fun with these DIY sports crafts. Every fan can make their own unique “foam” finger and mini sports penant for game day. We used ours while cheering on the US in the FIFA World Cup games. It made the experience even more fun. And, if you like…
Printable Advent Calendar
Counting down the days until Christmas is a childhood right of passage. This simple printable Advent calendar is a fun and visual way to do that. Just add the cotton balls to Santa’s beard throughout December until it’s nice and fluffy by Christmas day. Watch the beard grow each day throughout advent. You can combine…
Thanksgiving Placemat (FREE Printable)
This printable Thanksgiving placemat is perfect for keeping the little ones busy while you get dinner on the table. They’ll have fun while you’re making that amazing feast…so that the kids can eat just the dinner rolls. It’s the thought that matters. You are such a good mom. At least you’ll have all of those…
Thanksgiving Coloring Pages (free Download)
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…
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…
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…
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…
DIY Halloween Cards
Making DIY Halloween cards is not only fun, but then you get to teach your kids about how to think of others when they give it to someone as a special treat (not trick). And this craft project leaves so much room for creativity. I promise you that no two cards will look alike. I…
Fun Fall Activities for Kids Paper Chain
I love this idea of planning fun fall activities for kids using a paper chain. Put the links together as a family and talk about all of the fun things you want to do during the Autumn months, when the weather is just absolutely perfect for so many fun things. Then as the days go…
Rocket Name Craft (with FREE Template)
Making a craft is a fun and simple way to teach name spelling and writing. And this rocket name craft is so much fun. We’ve written the child’s name, one letter on each section of the rocket, so that the parts can be moved around and put in the right order. Starting with letter identification…
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…
Pizza Craft Pouch
This pizza craft is extra special because it’s not just a craft. It’s also a pouch that you can use for holding your treasured possessions. We’ll even make a special pizza slice mini pouch or wallet to go with your pizza. This paper plate craft is perfect for any age, from toddlers to elementary aged….
Italy Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)
Italy is a fascinating and beautiful country. And this Italy craft for kids would make the perfect addition to any lesson at home or in the classroom…or just something to make for the pure fun of it. The added bonus with this craft is that placing the tissue paper squares are also a great fine…
Easy Mummy Craft
This easy mummy craft uses one of my very favorite craft supplies…washi tape. If you’re not familiar with what washi tape, it’s a decorative paper tape that comes in almost any pattern you can imagine. And the best part is that it’s super affordable. I have a growing collection because I’ll just pick up one…
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…
Letter Y Crafts for Toddlers
For our letter Y crafts for toddlers, let’s start with a simple paper plate yoyo craft. We used a 9-inch plate, but you can also make this craft using a smaller 6-inch plate if that’s what you have on hand. Then keep reading for our list of more letter y crafts for preschoolers and toddlers…
Wedding Crafts for Kids
I love the idea of wedding crafts for kids. It’s such a great way to make a very special day the best it can be for everyone who attends, and not just the grown-ups. A craft is a great addition to any kids table at a wedding. These bride and groom crafts include the use…
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…
Paper Ice Cream Craft (with FREE Craft Template)
Around here, our favorite summer treat is ice cream! Of course, we never agree on what the best ice cream is. My youngest son prefers anything chocolate. I like mint chocolate chip. My husband enjoys cookies and cream the most. And then there’s my oldest son who’s allergic to milk but still loves a good…
Shell Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)
This shell craft for kids doesn’t actually involve using seashells, since we don’t carry any of those in our craft bag. Instead, we’re going to use a basic paper plate to make this beautiful beach craft. We’ll even include a “pearl” in the center of the shell. To make it even easier to create this…
Picnic Craft for Toddlers
This picnic craft for toddlers goes together quickly and is fun to make. The best is that when you are finished making it, you can use it to enjoy a summer snack. We picked raisins for our snack because they reminded us of little ants, like every good picnic has. But you can choose your…
Free Fourth of July Coloring Pages
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’ll all be absolutely free! Just enter your email below to download…
Crafty Scavenger Hunt for Kids (with FREE Printable)
Who doesn’t love a good scavenger hunt. This simple and fun activity is a great way to keep kids occupied and away from screens for quite awhile. And this particular scavenger hunt starts with the hunt and ends with creating together. All of the items to find are craft supplies. So, once they are gathered,…
Paper Googly Eyes
In our bag of craft supplies, we always keep some googly eyes. I am personally a fan of adding this little bit of quirkiness to crafts, but I also know that they’re the only thing on our master list of craft supplies that are not eco friendly. So, I also wanted to give you an…
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…
DIY Father’s Day Cards {FREE Printables}
What’s better than a handmade card to show your love? These free printable DIY Father’s Day cards are just the thing. Your kids will enjoy making them and feel so proud to give them to dad with their own special message inside. You can choose from several designs to print and make. Even without a…
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….
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…
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…
Valentine Bug Crafts
Let’s celebrate love with these simple Valentine bug crafts! Today we are going to learn 2 ways to make a love bug craft. The first has a few more steps, includes some painting and is best for elementary aged students. The second version can be done by any age and is even great as a…
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,…