60+ Easy & Fun Forest Crafts for Kids
Are you a teacher looking for crafts to add to your earth unit? Or perhaps you’re a mom searching for some fun forest crafts to get your kids excited about nature. Whatever situation you may be in, we have good news for you. This round up contains 60+ forest crafts inspired by our favorite woodland animals that you can share with your children.
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The only thing better than making crafts is combining creating with reading a good book on the same topic. It’s a great way to also encourage a love of reading.
The forest is filled with the most fantastical creatures, and now we get to make crafts out of them! It’s so much fun. You’re going to want to make every single sweet forest craft on this list.
To make crafting with your kids actually do-able and fun (like it should be), we always stick to a list of basic supplies that fit into one bag for all of the crafts that you see on this site. We never stray from the master list so that once you fill your bag, you’re ready to craft along over and over again, even when time and money is tight. Now let’s craft some memories!
1. Easy Paper Snail Craft for Kids (FREE Printable)
With just a few simple supplies from your bag, like acrylic paint and construction paper, you can make this colorful paper snail craft. You can learn how to make this nature craft when you click HERE.
2. Snail Craft {made with Recycle Newspaper!}
One way to help protect our forest animals is by recycling. This snail craft utilizes recycled newspaper to create something new, unique, and beautiful. You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.
3. Easy Paper Bunny Craft for Kids (FREE Template)
This wonderful little art project is a great way to introduce crafting to the young artists in your life. It just takes a few simple supplies that you probably already have lying around your house (or in your bag). Want to learn how to make this paper bunny craft? Click HERE.
4.Rabbit Craft for Preschoolers (Fine Motor Play)
If you liked the last bunny craft, then you will love this rabbit craft for preschoolers. It’s also a great activity to practice fine-motor skills and bilateral coordination. You can learn how to make this fun craft when you click HERE.
5. Easy & Adorable Hedgehog Craft for Kids
One of my favorite forest animals are hedgehogs! They’re so adorable and can make a great pet if you’re brave enough. If you’re like me and adore these cute creatures, then you will love making this craft. You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.
6. Owl Craft for Kids (FREE Craft Template)
This crafting guide will teach you how to turn a paper bag into an adorable owl. You can learn how to make this beautiful forest craft when you click HERE.
7. Paper Plate Owl Craft
If you liked the last owl craft, then you will love this one! Its’ laced tummy is the perfect activity to improve fine-motor skills. Want to learn how to make this forest craft? Click HERE.
8. Adorable Brown Bear Craft for Kids (FREE Template)
One of the things that I love most about crafting is that you can turn something ordinary into something new! Take this craft for example where we transform a paper bag into an adorable brown bear. You can learn how to make this craft when you visit our post “Adorable Brown Bear Craft for Kids (FREE Template)“.
9. Teddy Bear Craft (with FREE Craft Template)
This teddy bear craft is a great craft for all of the little kids in your life. You can get the free, printable craft template when you visit “Teddy Bear Craft (with FREE Craft Template)”.
10. Cute Sleeping Paper Plate Fox Craft (FREE Template)
One of the first animals that I think of when I think of the forest is a little fox sleeping in it’s borough. Want to learn how to make this cute sleeping paper plate fox craft? Then click HERE.
11. Fox Craft (with FREE Template)
Did you like the last fox craft? Then check out this other paper plate fox craft! You can learn how to make it when you click HERE.
12. Possum Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)
Some people hate possums but I can’t help but to love them. They just look so cute with their beady little eyes. If you’re anything like me, I know that you’ll love this possum craft. Want to learn how to make it? Click HERE.
13. Easy Possum Craft (with Baby Joey) • In the Bag Kids’ Crafts (inthebagkidscrafts.com)
Another thing that I love about possums is how they carry their young on their back. Make one or a dozen, the choice is yours. You can learn how to make this nature craft when you click HERE.
14. Easy Squirrel Craft for Kids (FREE Template)
Are you looking for simple forest crafts that are suitable for older and little kids alike? Then this squirrel craft is an excellent choice. You can read the full set of instructions when you visit “Easy Squirrel Craft for Kids (FREE Template)“.
15. Chipmunk Craft {with Newspaper Details}
This chipmunk craft is a great activity to tie into your classroom’s ecology or earth unit. Not only can you teach your kids about these adorable little creatures, it’s also an excellent opportunity to teach your little ones about reducing their environmental impact in an age-appropriate way. You can learn how to make this recycled newspaper craft when you visit our article “Chipmunk Craft {with Newspaper Details}“.
16. Bird Nest Craft for Preschoolers
If you’re a washi tape lover like me, then this bird nest craft is for you. It even has a special thumb-print aspect which makes this activity a perfect keepsake for mom or dad. Want to read the full set of instructions? Click HERE.
17. Paper Plate Robin Craft for Spring
This paper plate robin craft is the perfect activity for all the little bird watchers in your life. Just grab a few simple supplies from your bag and craft away. You can learn how to make this beautiful forest craft when you click HERE.
18. Groundhog Day Craft for Toddlers
One of the things my home state is famous for is Punxsutawney Phil. These little creatures are just about everywhere. Want to read the full set of instructions? Click HERE.
19. Paper Bag Deer Craft
Grab a paper bag to create this adorable deer craft for your self. Click HERE for the free template and tutorial.
20. Deer Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)
If you liked the reindeer craft then you’ll also love this sleeping deer craft. Want to read the full set of instructions? You can read all about them in our post “Deer Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)“.
21. Turkey Craft (FREE Template)
Fun fact: Benjamin Franklin wasn’t a fan of the eagle being the United States’ national bird? He was quoted saying “…the turkey is in comparison a much more respectable bird, and withal a true original native of America.”. You can learn how a craft inspired by this respectable bird when you click HERE.
22. Turkey Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)
Did you know that turkey’s were nearly hunted to extinction in the early 20th century? What kind of food do you think we would eat at Thanksgiving if turkey’s no longer existed? Let us know in the comments. Want to learn how to make this clothespin turkey craft? Click HERE.
23. Grasshopper Craft (get the Template)
Did you know that Grasshoppers existed before dinosaurs? Make a craft inspired by these ancient creatures HERE.
24. Spider Craft for Kids
I don’t know about you but spiders are NOT my jam, but this spider craft makes them seem a little less scary and a little more adorable. That isn’t even the best part… the detachable clothespin spider legs makes for a great activity to improve fine-motor skills. You can read the full set of instructions in our post “Spider Craft for Kids“.
25. Spider Web Craft (It’s a Mobile!)
One of the things that intrigue me most about spiders are their beautiful, intricate webs. This spider web mobile is a perfect way to honor this beautiful part of nature while making a fun kids craft. Want to learn how to make this spider web craft? Click HERE.
26. Paper Plate Skunk Craft (with FREE Template)
Some people view skunks as a nuisance, but I can’t help but to love them with their cat-like appearance and mannerisms. You can read the full set of instructions for this sleeping skunk craft when you click HERE.
27. Skunk Craft for Kids {with Newspaper}
What I love most about this craft is the recycled newspaper stripes. It not only helps save the planet but also ensures none of your skunks will be exactly the same. Want to learn how to make this craft? Click HERE.
28. Sleeping Bear Craft (with Free Craft Template)
Start with a paper plate to create this sweet sleeping bear craft. For the free template and full tutorial click HERE.
29-31. Paper Animals (Squirrel, Raccoon & Bunny)
When I think of forest animals, the squirrel, racoon and bunny are among the first that come to mind. You can learn how to make all three HERE.
32. Paper Plate Flower Craft (It’s a Pouch!)
While you and your little ones make this paper plate flower pouch, it’s a great opportunity to talk about what flora is native to your area. As a Pennsylvanian, we are home to butterfly milkweed, wild bergamot and black eyed susans. You can make your flower craft look like flowers around you, your favorite, or create something new and unique. The choice is yours! You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.
33. Mouse Craft {with Recycled Newspaper}
This recycled newspaper mouse craft only takes a few simple supplies to make. Want to teach your kiddos how to make this fun craft? Visit our post “Mouse Craft {with Recycled Newspaper}“.
34. Paper Mouse Craft (with a Sweater Vest)
Check out these groovy little paper mice! They wear sweaters, play the ukelele and are absolutely adorable. Want to discover the full set of instructions? Click HERE.
35. Beehive Craft {With Paper Bees}
I’m so excited to share this beehive craft with you! The free beehive template makes this craft perfect for kids of all ages (Yes! Even preschoolers/toddlers and kindergarteners can join in on the fun!). Claim your free, printable template HERE.
36. Bumblebee Craft {with Newspaper Stripes!}
Bees do so much for our planet, the least we can do is try to reuse when we can. Take this bumblebee craft for instance! You can read the full set of instructions when you visit our article “Bumblebee Craft {with Newspaper Stripes!}“.
37. Butterfly Coloring Pages {FREE Download!}
What I love most about these butterfly coloring pages is that you can color them however you want. You can make them look like your favorite breed like monarchs or in your favorite colors. Coloring pages are a great way to bring out the innate creativity in your little ones. You can claim your free, printable coloring pages when you click HERE.
38. Butterfly Craft for Kids {with Recycled Newspaper!}
This butterfly craft is a great activity for all the little sensory seekers in your life. They will have so much fun squishing the paint and tearing the newspaper. You can learn how to make this bug craft in our post “Butterfly Craft for Kids {with Recycled Newspaper!}“.
39. Ladybug Craft {with Newspaper Details!}
Did you know that ladybugs are a member of the beetle family? You can learn how to make this craft inspired by these colorful creatures when you read our post “Ladybug Craft {with Newspaper Details!}“.
40. Easy Paper Mushroom Craft for Kids (FREE Printable)
I cannot overexaggerate how in love with this mushroom craft I am. They’re so colorful and have a cozy pocket to put your little pocket pet. Ready to learn how to make this craft? Click HERE!
41.Life-Sized Sunflower Craft for Kindergarten
This life-sized sunflower craft is a great activity to introduce crafting to your little ones. It’s so simple to make! Want to learn how to make it for yourself? Check out our post “Life-Sized Sunflower Craft for Kindergarten“.
42. Put On a Fall Puppet Show! {Here’s How!}
These leaf crafts are perfect for your kids who love interactive play. It’s so much fun to come up with names and personalities for your puppets. Hmmm…. I think I’ll name mine Leah the Leaf. Let us know in the comments what your little ones named theirs. You can read the full set of instructions HERE.
43. Preschool Fall Tree Craft {FREE Printable}
One of my favorite things about the forest is the beauty of the flora. I love to watch the trees as they change color. This craft is a great way to not only appreciate this natural life process but also improve bilateral-coordination (working both hands at the same time). Ready to claim your free and printable template? Read out post “Preschool Fall Tree Craft {FREE Printable}“.
44. Paper Bag Acorn Craft (with FREE Template)
Growing up I always imagined the little forest animals using the caps of the acorns as bowls to eat their cereal and soup. Although I know now that this isn’t quite true, it’s still fun to image what ordinary things can become. You can read the full set of instructions for this paper acorn craft when you click HERE.
45. Eagle Craft (with Free Printable Template)
Whether it is memorial-day, the 4th of July, or just a random day, this eagle craft is an excellent year-round craft. Want to learn how to make this eagle? Click HERE.
46. Caterpillar Paper Craft (with FREE Template)
If you’re looking for crafts to pair up with story time, then this caterpillar paper craft is the perfect activity for your kiddos. They will have so much fun listening to “The Very Hungary Caterpillar” while they make this craft. You can claim the free, printable crafting template when you check out our article “Caterpillar Paper Craft (with FREE Template)“.
47-49. Let’s Make a Bookmark! (with Adorable Animals)
Are you looking for a craft to share with all the little readers in your life? Then these forest animal bookmarks are just what you’ve been searching for. You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.
51. Simple Porcupine Craft for Kids
It can be so much fun to let your imagination run wild. Leave the porcupine’s spine brown or decorate it with colorful washi tape to create something out of this world. Ready to read the instructions? Check out our post “Simple Porcupine Craft for Kids“.
52. Paper Plate Frog Craft
Another great story-time craft is this paper plate frog. It’s a great craft to pair with “The Princess and the Frog”. Read the full set of instructions in our post “Paper Plate Frog Craft“.
53. Raccoon Craft with Newspaper
There are so many ways to customize this craft. Switch up the color of the construction paper, experiment with the paint to give your raccoon a unique shape, use different parts of the newspaper, give him a wacky bowtie, give him different colored eyes. He should be just as unique as you are! You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.
54. Card for Kids to Make
This abstract greeting card is perfect for the holiday season. Write a special message in their that the receiver will love. Ready to learn how to make this card? Visit our post “Christmas Card for Kids to Make“.
55-61. 7 Easy Bug Crafts for Kids
The forest is full of all beautiful bugs. From spiders, to bees and grasshoppers, we cover them all inside of this post. Read the full set of instructions for these forest crafts HERE.
