30+ Fun and Easy Ocean Crafts for Kids
Ocean crafts are fun to make any time of year but especially in the Summer when you just need a little break from all that sunshine. This collection of ocean crafts includes everything from shark crafts to dolphin crafts to seashells and more. There’s even a starfish with moving arms. You’re going to want to make all of these fun and easy crafts.
Fun Facts About the Ocean
- The largest ocean on Earth is the Pacific Ocean. It covers 30% of the globe.
- The deepest part of the ocean is known as the Mariana Trench and goes down 11km.
- The largest mountain range in the world is under the ocean, called the Mid-Ocean Ridge.
- We have only explored 5% of the world’s oceans.
To learn more interesting facts about the ocean, check out this article from National Geographic Kids.
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To make these ocean crafts, you’ll need things like pom poms, paint, tissue paper, glue stick, googly eyes, cotton balls, white yarn, cotton balls, pipe cleaners, craft sticks, construction paper and simple paper plates. Fortunately, if you’ve downloaded our master list of craft supplies to fill your bag, you already have everything that you need on hand.
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!
Now for the List of Ocean Craft Ideas
Grab your craft supplies and let’s get to crafting some memories!
Flying Stingray Craft for Kids (free Printable)
As we ventured down the pier in Navarre, Florida last Spring we looked into the water at a stunning sight, a group of stingrays were gliding through the water. It really was a something to behold. Now you can make your very own flying stingray craft just for the fun of it. If you enjoy…
Easy Manta Ray Craft for Kids (Free Printable)
A manta ray once saved me from a very traumatic experience. I had decided to try going on a jet ski in the ocean for the very first time…and I hated every minute of it. I just wanted to get back to the beach. But then a manta ray jumped out of the water. It…
Free Printable Penguin Card for Kids
It’s always a good time to give a handmade card from the heart. Creating something like this adorable penguin card is not only fun to make, but it can also help teach a lesson to kids. We can help them find a way to say “thank you” or “I love you” in a special way…
Cute Paper Penguin Craft for Kids (Free Printable)
Crafting is the perfect way to pass the time on chilly winter days. Making this cute paper penguin craft is such a fun way to not only be creative but also practice fine motor skills. Penguins are a great winter crafts theme but are great to make any time of year. Don’t stop at just…
Adorable Penguin Craft for Kids (FREE Template)
Looking for a fun winter craft to keep your little ones entertained? This adorable penguin craft comes with a free printable, making it super easy and mess-free.
Free Printable Ocean 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…
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…
Easy Dolphin Craft Activity (It Dives!)
This easy dolphin craft activity is so much fun to make and even more fun to play with when your done. The dolphin spins around so that it dives into the surf over and over again. Customize your ocean craft however you like with other creatures in the sea, colors or even more dolphins jumping….
Crocodile Craft (with FREE Craft Template)
This crocodile craft is not only super simple to make but is so much fun to play with when it is done! Your kid will want to take their crocodile puppet everywhere. You can make him turn and move with his bendable body. Get the free printable template to make crafting even easier. I don’t…
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…
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…
Easy Paper Plate Submarine Craft (FREE Template)
I was a huge fan of the Beatles growing up and the Little Yellow Submarine was a favorite song. So, let’s make a paper plate submarine craft today! This fun activity starts with a free template, some construction paper and a paper plate. We’re going to turn it into a fun craft where the sub…
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…
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…
Dolphin Coloring Pages (FREE Printable)
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
6 Sea Animal Crafts (with Free Templates)
Summer crafts are some of my favorite (a close second to my favorite season…fall), and what could be better than these sea animal crafts? They are so cute and simple to make, and each comes with a printable template to make crafting even easier. The really unique thing about these ocean animal crafts (and you…
Starfish Craft (with FREE Printable Template)
This starfish craft is so simple to make. So, make lots of them in all kinds of colors and sizes. Then you can use them together to tell stories, make an art exhibit, or to decorate for a party. These would make great party decorations for any summer get together or beach themed party. Place…
Easy Penguin Craft (made from Newspaper)
Let’s make an easy penguin craft with newspaper! I am absolutely obsessed with newspaper crafts for kids. First of all, it is a great way to recycle, but that’s not all. Newspaper is really such a great way to add some interest to any craft, whether that be the black and white print or the…
Cute Penguin Craft for Kids
This cute penguin craft for kids comes with an extra special addition. The tummy is a yarn weaving activity that is great for working on fine motor coordination and visual motor skills (aka- hand eye coordination). That makes this the perfect penguin craft for pre k, but really is fun for any age. Your kiddo…
School of Fish DIY Banner Craft
Banners are such a great way to brighten up any space. We have several in our home. If you don’t already have a space in your home that is creative friendly or a nook where your kiddos do their homework, this would be a great time to make that space and spruce it up with…
Oyster Craft for Kids (with a Pearl)
This oyster craft (with a pearl) for kids is part of our ocean animal crafts series. And, even though it is super basic, I think that it might be my favorite. Anything that is interactive is more fun to make and then play with after. And I had another idea…you can turn this oyster craft…
Easy Fish Craft for Kids
You are going to love where this triangle frame takes us this time as we create a super easy fish craft from this basic shape! Make lots of fish in different colors and have the go to “school”. Make up stories and put on a puppet show. There are just so many ways to play…
Sea Turtle Craft for Kids
This sea turtle craft for kids is part of a week-long series of ocean animals…only one more to go. They are all so cute! And working through this series is a great way to teach your child about the amazing creatures of the sea and their ecosystem. Your Kids are Going to Absolutely LOVE This…
Dolphin Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)
You might have noticed that this dolphin craft starts with the basic shape of a triangle. Here at “In the Bag Kids’ Crafts” we love to see what our imaginations come up with when we start with something super simple and basic, like the shape of a triangle. Give a try and see what you…
Octopus Craft for Kids
This octopus craft starts with a basic shape, the triangle. I just love starting with something so basic and seeing where it will take us. And this time it took us to the deep see with this super fun and easy octopus craft. Check Out These Fun Triangle Crafts! Save this Octopus Craft for later!…
Paper Plate Jellyfish for Math
Around here, school is about to be back in session all over, just not in the same way it was before. Parents are going to have to be so much more hands on. And it can be a real drag. So, today’s craft is about more than just creativity. Once you finish making these adorable…
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