Summer Crafts for Kids
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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…
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…
20+ DIY July Crafts and Activities for Kids
Are you looking for summer themed crafts that will keep you occupied all through the month of July and beyond? Then this list of July crafts is the perfect post for you. Enjoy easy fourth of July crafts, coloring pages, fruit crafts and so much more. Be sure to read to the end to discover…
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…
DIY Beehive Craft for Kids (with Free Printable)
This beehive craft is fun afternoon craft for kids of all ages! You can print the pre-colored beehive background or print the coloring page beehive. Then make as many little bees as you would like to buzz around the hive. Keep it simple or give each one its own personality. Give your hive worker bees…
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….
30+ June Crafts for Kids (Easy to Make)
These 30+ June crafts will keep your little ones busy all throughout the month of June and beyond. Celebrate holidays like Father’s Day, Flag Day or Hug Your Cat Day with these awesome June Crafts. Your kids will have so much fun making DIY cards, purses, flowers and so much more! Be sure to read…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
Soccer Craft Player Puppet (FREE Template)
This paper bag soccer craft puppet turns your favorite player (or yourself) into an interactive craft. It leads to hours of creative play. Use the free craft template as a starting point for easy crafting. Customize your puppet with unique colors and choose a hair design from the templates provided (or make your own). Of…
Tennis Craft Player Puppet (with FREE Template)
This paper bag tennis craft puppet turns your favorite player (or yourself) into an interactive craft. It leads to hours of creative play. Use the free craft template as a starting point for easy crafting. Customize your puppet with unique colors and choose a hair design from the templates provided (or make your own). Of…
Baseball Craft Player Puppet (with FREE Template)
This paper bag baseball craft puppet turns your favorite player into an interactive craft. It leads to hours of creative play. Use the free craft template as a starting point for easy crafting. Then use your favorite team colors and add whatever details you like to really make this fun baseball craft player puppet. Of…
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…
Manatee Craft for Kids (with FREE Template)
This manatee craft is so fun and simple to make. Have you ever seen a manatee up close? They are fascinating. Such sweet animals that really just look like big potatoes with a tail floating peacefully in the water. Read on to learn some interesting facts about these unique sea creatures. And if you like…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
Life-Sized Sunflower Craft for Kindergarten
This is a super fun sunflower craft for kindergarten because it is as tall as the kiddo when it is finished. And, of course, this flower craft can also be enjoyed by preschoolers and elementary aged kiddos too. One of my favorite sites is a field full of sunflowers. It is a happy scene that…
Fruit Art and Craft Collection
It’s sometimes the simplest crafts that are the best, and this fruit art and craft collection is fun to put together. Once you’ve made each summer fruit craft, there are a few fun things that you can do with the collection. For example, put magnets on the back and put them on the fridge. Or…
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…
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…
Iguana Craft {with FREE templates}
This iguana craft is more than it appears at first glance. First of all, it uses one of my absolute favorite craft supplies…washi tape! Seriously, if you have not used washi tape in crafting before, it is life changing. I love it because it is, first of all, cheap. Plus it comes in every color…
13 Paper Plate Bug Crafts {Printable Templates!}
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Under the Sea Paper Plate Crafts {get the templates}
These under the sea paper plate crafts are so much fun to make. You can practically imagine that they are swimming in the ocean when the rock back and forth. From the shark craft to the dolphin craft to the narwhal craft, you can add a little bit of personality to each. Print and use…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sunset Crafts {with FREE Printable Silhouettes}
One of the most serene experiences I’ve ever had was sitting on the beach during while the sun was setting and seeing dolphins jumping in the water in front of us. These sunset crafts help you experience these beautiful moments using just a few basic craft supplies. Get out the tissue paper squares and create…
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…
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…
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…
Fun Paper Plate Cicada Craft for Kids
The cicadas are coming! I have mixed feelings about it. It is so cool to think about bugs that somehow wait 17 years and then all emerge together, just to disappear a few weeks later for another astounding 17 years. Learn more about these amazing bugs while making this super simple paper plate cicada craft….
Awesome Paper Watermelon Craft
What says summer better than picnics and watermelon? This paper watermelon craft is such a fun and simple way to celebrate the season. You can hang it in any room of the house for a little colors. Or make a bunch and hang them from the trees at your next cookout. Cutting the large ovals…
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…
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…
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…
DIY Squeegy Painted Butterfly Kids Craft
The painting technique used for this butterfly kids’ craft is fun and strangely soothing. You will want to squeegy paint everything once you try it. As a matter of fact, after you make this beautiful butterfly craft, why not try it on other projects. Maybe make a rainbow colored squeegy painted squirrel or unicorn or…
Horton Hears a Who Craft
This Horton Hears a Who craft is perfect for celebrating Dr. Seuss Reading Week or really to make any day at all. “Horton Hears a Who” is a classic story by Dr. Seuss with such a wonderful theme for kids of any age (and adults for that matter). Horton, the elephant, comes to realize that…
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…
Easy Watermelon Paper Crafts
Savor summer a little bit longer with these easy watermelon paper crafts. With just a little paper, glue and paint, fold until you have this simple and colorful watermelon wedge. And then use your imagination to make it into whatever you want! I will get you started with a couple of ideas, but I would…
DIY Camp Seat Cushion
How many of you were once a Girl Scout (or Boy Scout)? I loved those days, especially the summer camp outs. Earning badges in fire making and etiquette, tying knots and survival skills…oh, the joys of childhood! And this craft comes directly from my memories of scouting, and nights spent around the campfire. One year…
Bonus Circus Craft: The Acrobat
Earlier this week we made an entire circus full of characters, which all started off with a triangle popsicle stick triangle frame. They are so cute, and you can find the instructions HERE. But…there was one performer missing from the bunch (actually, you could go on and on with circus characters. I would LOVE to…
DIY Fishing Game
This DIY fishing game is so fun and simple to make but even more fun to play! And if you read to the end you will find all kinds of ways to play this game and turn it into whatever you want it to be…a way to practice social skills, a competition or a learning…
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…
Crab Craft for Kids (with FREE Printable Template)
This easy crab craft for kids is part of a series of ocean animals that you are going to absolutely love. Each sea creature just seems to be cuter than the one before. And your kids will enjoy making every single one! So, pull out that craft bag (you did fill it up using our…
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. If you like this octopus craft, you will LOVE this collection of…
11 Easy Summer Crafts for Kids
Summertime is just around the corner (Finally!) which means it is time for cute crafts all about the season. And, like always, every craft we will make uses the same master list of supplies that fit into one bag. This approach makes crafting with your kids actually do-able. We all know that kids learn best…
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…
Paper Fox Craft
This simple paper plate fox craft is not only fun to make but also fun to play with when you’re done. Use it as a puppet and put on a show! And if you like this fox craft, you can also make this fox mobile, this paper plate fox craft and this sleeping fox craft….
Dancing Hot Dog on the BBQ Kids’ Craft
It’s one of those holidays again where the whole family gathers for a barbeque! I love those lazy summer days…and the food that goes with it. This craft was inspired by my love of BBQ. Have you ever had something that every time you looked at it you couldn’t help but smile? This Dancing Hot…
Three Scoop Ice Cream Cone Kids’ Craft
What is summertime without ice cream! I don ‘ t know about you, but around here we have way too much of it (if that is even possible). This ice cream cone kids craft is simple and leaves lots of room for imagination and creativity…the most important elements of any good craft! SUPPLIES FROM THE…
Watermelon Kids Craft
I know, I know…I promised no more fruit (see more here: strawberry, pear, watermelon, orange slice, pineapple). But I just cannot let go of the sweetness of summer just yet! As a blogger, I am supposed to be giving you ideas for the fall about now…looking ahead and all. And there will be plenty of…
Easy Summertime Kids’ Craft: Orange Slice
OK, just one more, and then I promise…no more fruit…for awhile anyway…This time, orange slices, the ultimate post soccer game snack! I can almost feel the sticky, sweet juice running down my chin, cant you? This is the last fruit in our easy summertime kids craft fruit series, and you can find the other fruits…
Easy Summertime Kids’ Craft: Watermelon Slice
Summertime is sadly coming to an end, along with all of its sunshiny days and yummy tastes. I mean, is there anything better than burgers right off the grill, corn on the cob straight from the farmers market and a sweet watermelon for dessert? Making this watermelon slice kids craft might just help that summertime…
Easy Summertime Kids’ Craft: Pineapple
Learn to make this colorful pineapple with just a few craft supplies, which are already in your bag if you have made up your kit. Get directions on the “fill your bag” so that you can craft with your kids at a moments notice with no extra prep needed! There are few things more refreshing…
Easy Summertime Kids’ Craft: Juicy Pear
Learn to make this easy summertime kids’ craft with just a few popsicle sticks and some construction paper. You already have what you need in your bag! What bag, you say? Well, the one you put together using my free printable list HERE, of course. Oh the pleasure of biting into a big, juicy, sweet…
Easy Summertime Kids’ Craft: Strawberry
Learn to make this easy summertime kids’ craft, a collection of summer fruits, using just a few popsicle sticks and some construction paper! Check your craft bag…if you have filled it using my free printable list, then you already have everything you need to make it! No running to the store at the last minute…
Songbird Easy Kids’ Craft (plus Bonus Mobile)
Learn how to make this easy kids’ craft Songbird from newspaper (with a bonus Mobile craft!) at inthebagkidscrafts.com. Kids’ crafts for real life! Use our free printable list of craft supplies to start your journey. Make every single craft on the blog from that simple list. No fuss, no muss!
Easy Summertime Kids’ Craft: Firefly Puppet
So glad that you are joining us for this crafting adventure! Today we will be making a fun and easy summertime kids’ craft, a firefly puppet, using a simple brown paper lunch bag and some washi tape! If you have already filled up your craft bag according to my recommendations, you have everything that you…
Summertime Easy Kids’ Craft Sun Visor
It’s summertime here in Western Pennsylvania, and the sun is finally out! So, today we are making a handy and decorative sun visor, a fun summertime kids’ craft. This is one of those crafts that require little direction but lots of imagination. Every single one should look entirely different, allowing your unique personality to shine!…
Patriotic Kite Kids’ Craft DIY
SUPPLIES FROM THE BAG 1 piece of white construction paper Scissors Glue stick White yarn 2 large popsicle sticks Glue stick Red, white and blue tissue squares Elmer’s glue Washi tape in red and blue designs Pencil Step 1 Glue together the 2 popsicle sticks into a cross Allow the glue to dry Step 2…
Dandelions Easy Kids’ Craft
One of my absolute favorite pictures from my own childhood is one of my cousin and I in a field of white dandelions, running through them and blowing the seeds to the wind. It’s not just my favorite because, let’s face it, we were adorable, but because I can vividly remember that moment. We were…
Summer Photo Props Simple Kids’ Crafts
I think that one of the best additions to any special event is a photo booth with lots of props. Why didn’t we think of this sooner? And if we adults enjoy this activity, just think how much more the kiddos will love it Plus, this will be a fabulous chance for the littles to…
Easy Summer Kids’ Craft Flamingo Bookmark
Summer time for me means trips to the beach and reading lots of good books. So, combining those two fun activities to form this craft seemed like a no brainer. Not only will your kids enjoy making this easy summer kids’ craft flamingo bookmark, but they will use it all year long when enjoying their…
Scissor Activity: Fingerprint Bugs in the Grass
As a school based pediatric occupational therapist, my job is to help students achieve their educational goals. Often my focus is improving handwriting. For preschoolers, it is getting them using their hands to explore their world and use classroom tools. For kiddos to be success, they need to have a solid foundation of fine motor…