DIY toy ideas for kids to make from simple materials like paper, recyclables and glue
These printable Halloween games are a great way to keep kids busy in the lead-up to Halloween. There are two games to print, colour and play! Kids adore Halloween-themed activities. Maybe it’s the spooky fun of haunted houses, or the magical possibilities of witches’ spells. Whatever the reason, these games are a playful way to get…
Create a cute set of rainbow cube cats. This is a hands-on way for kids to learn about 3D cubes and a fun activity for anyone who loves cats. Get the template Q: What’s more fun a 3D cube tabby cat? A: A clouder of rainbow cube tabby cats! A clouder is the collective noun…
Keep kids busy with this fun set of print and colour under-the-sea board games. There are two board games to play, a submarine game and an underwater scuba diving game. You might also like our Turtle Doodle Art Colouring in is lots of fun and so are board games. Give kids the best of both…
Celebrate balmy Summer evenings with this simple but fun Firefly Paper Lantern craft. This is the third in our Firefly Printable series and makes a cute paper decoration. You can turn it into a “real” lantern by placing a battery-operated LED tealight beneath it. Get the Firefly Lantern Template here These firefly paper lanterns are…
This pom pom ice cream ball and cup game makes a cool summer-themed DIY toy. It’s quick and easy to make and lots of fun too. You might also like our 3D Ice Cream Craft If you’re a regular reader, you know we love pom pom crafts here at The Craft Train! We have loads…
Kids are going to love this set of Outdoor Fun printable boardgames. There are three games to colour and play based on the outdoor adventure activities hiking, canoeing and camping. Get the printables here What’s more fun in summer than spending time in the great outdoors? Most kids love camping. Hiking can be hard work…
Use our printable butterfly garden craft to upcycle an egg carton into a gorgeous decoration that doubles as a night light. This is a fun kids’ craft for Spring, and Summer or to support a unit on insects or minibeasts. It’s also suitable for Earth Day coming up later this month. Age recommendation is 6+…
Keep the kids busy this Easter with this fun set of Printable Easter Games. All you have to do is print, colour, add dice and markers, then play! You might also like our 3D Doodle Art Bunny craft Easter is coming up very soon, which means holiday time for kids! You’ll need ways to keep…
Here’s an easy frog papercraft for kids – make a fun, bouncy frog on a lily pad using our printable template. It’s just been updated to include an all-in-one print and colour version. This idea is perfect for spring crafting or for a unit on amphibians or life cycles. Get the frog template here We…