Summer

  • Green tree paper frog

    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…

  • 30+ Puppets Kids Can Make

    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…

  • paper plate frog puppet

    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…

  • Paper Pterodactyl Puppet

    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,…

  • paper plate cassowary craft

    Make a paper plate cassowary with our latest printable template. Cassowaries hide out in the Daintree Rainforest in Tropical North Queensland, Australia. This is an extra special animal craft because these big birds are beautiful, rare and just not celebrated enough. This craft was first published in 2019 and has been updated and reshared for…

  • Boat crafts and activities

    Kids are going to love this collection of boat crafts and activities! There are STEM crafts, boats that GO, paper boat crafts, boats made from recyclables and nautical-themed art projects.   Whether you’re looking for a preschool boat craft or are crafting with tweens and teens, there’s something for everyone here. You might also like…

  • Straw DIY boat craft

    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…

  • paper mosaic sunset boat scene

    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…