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Craft Stick Bus Back To School Activity

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These easy and adorable school bus friends are perfect to make on the first day of school!
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Two craft stick school bus crafts made from yellow-painted sticks, white paper windows, black paper wheels, googly eyes, and smiling faces on a teal background with small star patterns.

Welcome the first day back of school with open arms, with our super simple and adorable Craft Stick School Bus Friends kid craft idea!!!

Two craft stick school bus crafts made from yellow-painted sticks, white paper windows, black paper wheels, googly eyes, and smiling faces on a teal background with small star patterns.

School Bus Friends Made From Popsicle Sticks

“REV” up the excitement for the back-to-school season with this easy step-by-step craft stick school bus tutorial!

All you need is a few jumbo popsicle sticks, yellow craft paint and a little “sticky” imagination to make it come to life! It’s the perfect DIY school bus art project activity for one {or many} kids to do in honor of the time of year!

So what are you waiting for? Gas up your craft engines and get ready for some creative fun with your child today! You won’t regret it! You can find ALL the details you need to know, in the full yellow school bus craft tutorial below!

Happy crafting, my friends {and of course – happy back-to-school season as well!} Don’t forget to share pictures of your finished popsicle stick school bus creations on our Facebook page to admire!

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Two craft stick school bus crafts made from yellow-painted sticks, white paper windows, black paper wheels, googly eyes, and smiling faces on a teal background with small star patterns.

It’s time to get creative! Let your kids’ imaginations run wild with this yellow school bus craft idea from Glued To My Crafts!

Craft Supplies:

  • Jumbo Popsicle Sticks – 9 per craft
  • Yellow Craft Paint
  • Black Craft Paint
  • Pink Craft Paint
  • Paint Brushes
  • Small Paper Plate
  • School Glue
  • White Cardstock Paper
  • Black Cardstock Paper
  • Black Sharpie Marker
  • Scissors

Directions:

  • First things first – grab your EIGHT jumbo popsicle sticks and school glue.
  • Lay FIVE popsicle sticks next to each other in a line.
  • Grab the remaining THREE popsicle sticks and glue them the opposite direction to create the body of the school bus.
  • Set aside to let it dry completely.
  • Once those are dry, have children paint their popsicle stick shape however they like with the yellow paint as the body and the black/pink for the face.
  • Now grab your sheets of cardstock and scissors.
  • Cut out a simple rectangular shape for the eyes {a window shape with black marker dots.} Then cut out TWO wheels from the black for each school bus.
  • To finish off the Popsicle Stick School Bus Friends, glue the cardstock pieces in place on the popsicle stick shape, as well as any other embellishments you see fit {think rhinestones, glitter, personalized embellishments etc.
  • Then display or play with proudly!

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Not ready to let the crafty fun stop here?! I hear ya! Be sure to also check out our Popsicle Stick Apple Core and Popsicle Stick Crayon Friend craft posts for TWO MORE back-to-school themed craft ideas!!!

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Two craft stick school bus crafts made from yellow-painted sticks, white paper windows, black paper wheels, googly eyes, and smiling faces on a teal background with small star patterns.
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Craft Stick Bus Back To School Activity

These easy and adorable school bus friends are perfect to make on the first day of school!

Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:

Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!

Directions:

  • First grab your EIGHT jumbo popsicle sticks and glue.
    8 Jumbo Popsicle Sticks
  • Lay FIVE popsicle sticks next to each other in a line.
  • Grab the remaining THREE popsicle sticks and glue them the opposite direction to create the body of the school bus.
  • Set aside to let it dry completely.
  • Once those are dry, have children paint their popsicle stick shape however they like with the yellow paint as the body and the black/pink for the face.
    Craft Paint
  • Now grab your sheets of cardstock and scissors.
  • Cut out a simple rectangular shape for the eyes {a window shape with black marker dots.} Then cut out TWO wheels from the black for each school bus.
    Cardstock Paper
  • To finish off the Popsicle Stick School Bus Friends, glue the cardstock pieces in place on the popsicle stick shape, as well as any other embellishments you see fit {think rhinestones, glitter, personalized embellishments etc.
  • Then display or play with proudly!
    Two craft stick school bus crafts made from yellow-painted sticks, white paper windows, black paper wheels, googly eyes, and smiling faces on a teal background with small star patterns.
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Craft Activity Safety Guidelines:

Always Ensure Adult Supervision - Young children should be supervised at all times when engaging in craft activities. This is essential to keep them safe and ensure materials are used correctly. Use Age-Appropriate Supplies - Choose craft supplies that are suitable for your child’s age. Check labels for recommendations and avoid items with small parts or sharp edges for younger children. Modify as Needed - Feel free to adapt materials or steps to meet your child's abilities and safety needs. For example, substitute scissors with safety scissors if necessary. Keep an Eye on Allergies - Be mindful of potential allergens in craft materials like glue, paint, or certain fabrics. Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic options whenever possible. Organize and Secure Supplies - Keep all craft tools and materials organized. Store sharp objects, small parts, and potentially hazardous items out of reach when not in use. Following these guidelines will ensure that crafts remain fun, creative, and, most importantly, safe for everyone involved!