Easy kids’ craft ideas for preschoolers through to tweens. We share art projects, printables, seasonal fun, simple sewing ideas and more.
Here’s an easy finger knit snake craft using chunky yarn, pom poms and felt. Don’t worry, these guys are harmless and will leave you alone so long as you don’t step on them! This easy yarn craft was first published in 2018 and has been updated and re-shared for today’s audience. You might also like…
Today I’m sharing over 20 bug crafts for kids! Whether you love’em or hate’em in real life, insect crafts are LOTS of fun. They are a great way to help kids learn and appreciate our six-legged friends. You might also like these Summer crafts for kids There is no shortage of bugs where we live….
Make nature art bugs from leaves and twigs. This creative leaf art really pops on bright painted backgrounds made from recycled cardboard and makes a fun wall art idea. You might also like our paper towel earth sun catchers Insects are fascinating. I’ve always encouraged my kids to indulge their curiosity when it comes to…
Make a 3D paper doodlebug insect craft using our latest printable template. Seriously, I love a good doodle art project, and when that project also happens to be 3D like this doodlebug-on-a-leaf, I like it even better! Get the 3D paper doodlebug template here I have a love-hate relationship with bugs. While they can be…
Today we’re sharing how to make a paper frog inspired by the Green Tree frog species from Tropical North Queensland. It’s easier than it looks, and is part of our series featuring Daintree Animal crafts for kids. Check out our Paper Plate Cassowary and Paper chain Pythons too. This kids’ craft idea was first published…
Get ready for a world of creative fun with over 30 puppet crafts for kids! This collection of ideas includes puppets suitable for preschoolers through to older kids and teens and is sure to inspire hours of imaginative play. You might also like these DIY toys for kids. Do you remember making puppets as a…
Cartoon stick puppets are a super-simple craft you can put together in five minutes. Use them for role plays, puppet shows, or even to talk about emotions and empathy with kids. Or just for fun! You might also like these paper roll empathy dolls I was pretty excited last week to share a set of…
Create a snapping paper plate frog puppet! This easy frog craft is a fun DIY toy to make and play with. It’s perfect for kids who are learning about frogs or lifecycles and makes a fun Spring or Summer craft idea. It’s also super easy to put together. This kids craft idea was first published…
Here is a fun and easy paper pterodactyl puppet craft for kids. I love puppet crafts because they provide kids with a fun activity along with a DIY toy to play with (keeping them occupied for a little bit longer, haha). This is perfect for dinosaur lovers, and is great when you need a low-mess,…