Here’s an easy straw DIY boat craft for Summer! This is a fun STEM craft (building something that floats) that has plenty of room for kids to modify the design and make it their own. You could even turn it into a STEM challenge. When the boats are finished, they become DIY toys. Place them…
Kids will love creating this idyllic sunset scene from a paper mosaic. This is a fun art idea for Summer that incorporates blending paint techniques as well as fine motor skills with cutting and pasting the mosaic water and boat silhouette. Get the template here There’s something about the sun setting over the water that…
How cute is this dancing flamingo puppet you can make from chunky yarn and a few additional bits and pieces. Scroll down for the full tutorial and free printable face details. This marionette DIY toy idea is suitable for older kids, tweens and teens. Or big kids at heart (like me!). You might also like…
This glow bug craft for kids is a cool way to upcycle used plastic yoghurt tubs. Keep them as DIY night lights or simple decorations if you don’t want to bother with the LED candles we’ve used to light them up. There is a free printable template for the eyes, wings and other bug parts. …
If you have a child who loves all things space, they’re going to love these space-themed jokes and would you rather questions. This free printable includes a set of nine illustrated cards of each. You can use your cards as lunch box jokes, party favours, or just for reading practice and fun. You might also…
Have you ever tried galaxy painting? Today we’re sharing how to create a galaxy painted pot that you can add succulents to (our favourites) or any plant that fits. This is a fun craft idea that would appeal to teens, tweens and older kids. This finished pots make cute handmade gifts and are also a…
Today we’re sharing a DIY firefly art idea that doubles as a cereal box upcycling project. Best of all, it lights up just like real fireflies! This craft is suited to older kids, tweens, teens, and adults — although there is no reason why younger kids couldn’t make it with a little help too. You…
Scavenger hunts are a fun way to keep grade school kids, tweens, and teens entertained. This printable nature photo scavenger hunt takes it a step further by incorporating creative photography as well. The template is free. You might also like our free printable creative challenge cards It can be hard to separate kids from their technology….
Today we’re sharing lots of cool ways to take creativity outside with over 40 outdoor activities and crafts for kids. You might also like these DIY toy ideas. When you say the word ‘craft’, it makes most people think of quiet time spent indoors — but it doesn’t have to be! There are lots of…