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Unleash your kid's inner creativity with these super fun and easy animal craft ideas! Let their imaginations run wild and see the amazing creations they come up with.

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Paper Plate Lily Pad w/Handprint Frog Craft Idea

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Get ready to create some creative fun! Enter into a world of imaginative play that both you and your child will enjoy – making a paper plate lily pad with handprint frog. Lily Pad Paper Plate Craft Craft up some fun this spring time with today’s water lily made from a paper plate, craft idea […]

Recycled Egg Carton Fox Face Craft

Get crafty and have some fun with your little ones! Create some adorably cute fox faces out of recycled egg cartons – it’s an easy and creative way to keep the kids entertained! Cardboard Egg Carton Fox Craft Before you throw out those egg cartons after dying eggs for Easter – set them aside so […]

Paper Plate Porcupine Craft Idea For Kids

Let your little ones give their imaginations a spiky, creative run with this fun paper plate porcupine craft! Just grab a few paper plates and get crafting with the kids—they’ll have a blast making something they can call their own. Porcupine Paper Plate Craft Hi friends! Inspired by a recent children’s book purchase at our […]

Doily Mice Cards For Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Show your sweetheart how much you care with these adorable doily mice cards – they’re the perfect way to show your love without breaking the bank. Paper Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Mice Cards “Squeak” some happiness into someone’s day with these adorable HAVE A MICE DAY – DOILY […]

Paper Plate Elephant Craft Idea For Kids

This is a great kid craft idea that is perfect for a rainy day. It’s easy to do and kids of all ages will enjoy it. Plus, you can use the finished product for pretend playtime. Let’s get started! Gray Elephant Paper Plate Craft Idea For Kids Hi friends! Today’s elephant craft made from a […]

Popsicle Stick Valentine Fox Craft Idea

Looking for a craft idea to do with your little crafter during the month of February? Then give this adorable popsicle stick valentine fox tutorial a try! Popsicle Stick Foxes For Valentine’s Day Just like all my crazy ideas that come to life on our kids craft website, this one started from a basic triangle […]

Popsicle Stick Mouse Craft Idea For Kids

This fun and easy craft is perfect for kids of all ages! With just a few simple materials, you can make your own popsicle stick mouse. Mice Made From Popsicle Sticks Our Popsicle Stick Mouse craft activity is actually inspired by the children’s book “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie” by Laura Numeroff. “This book […]

Paper Bag Zebra Puppet Craft

Looking for an easy art project to keep the kids busy? Try this paper bag zebra puppet craft tutorial and add it to your afternoon plans! Are you looking for a new craft project to keep your kids busy and entertained? A fun, creative way to spark imaginations this summer? Create some awesome memories with […]

Popsicle Stick Bald Eagle Craft Idea For 4th of July

Make your own majestic bald eagle with just a few popsicle sticks. Let’s spread our wings and get creative! Popsicle Stick Eagle Craft Now that summer is practically at our doorsteps, it’s time to start thinking of some creative ways to keep the kids busy during the hot months of the year. Crafts are my […]

Potato Stamped Bear Card Craft Idea

Make your own one-of-a-kind handmade cards with the help of a potato. YUP you read that right – a real potato! Keep scrolling to see how I made these adorable Potato Stamped Bear Cards within a matter of minutes! Brown Bear Cards Made A Potato Stamp Hi friends! Welcome to another unique kid craft tutorial […]

Paper Bag Cow Puppet Craft

Crafting is an excellent way for kids to have fun and learn at the same time! This paper bag cow craft idea for young children is perfect for a crafty day at home – all you need is a paper lunch sack and some craft supplies that can easily be found around your house. Cow […]

Paper Bag Fox Puppet Craft

Not only is this fox craft project an exciting way to spark imagination and creativity, but it’s also quite simple to put together. All you need are some basic craft supplies and a few spare minutes – perfect for busy moms or teachers on the go! Crafting can be a wonderful way to explore creativity, […]

Paper Bag Mouse Craft Idea

This easy paper bag mouse puppet is a great craft project for kids of all ages, to recreate during a story time event! Mouse Puppet Made From A Paper Bag Inspired by the adorable book “If You Take A Mouse To School” by Laura Numeroff & Felicia Bond, this DIY idea is perfect for craft […]

Paper Plate Valentine Fox Craft Idea

Get crafty with the kiddos this Valentine’s Day! Let them show off their creativity with this fun paper plate red fox craft – a perfect way to create sweet memories together! Looking for a fun and easy Valentine’s Day craft to enjoy with your kids? This Paper Plate Valentine Fox Craft is the perfect blend of creativity […]

Paint Splat Groundhog Craft Idea For Kids

Will he see his shadow or won’t he? It’s almost time for everyone’s favorite weather-predicting rodent to take center stage! Groundhog’s Day is a fantastic mini-holiday to celebrate with kids. It offers a great opportunity to talk about seasons, weather patterns, and the funny traditions we hold onto. If you are looking for a creative […]

Paper Plate Polar Bear Craft Idea For Winter

This paper plate craft is great for kids to make during the winter months. It also goes well along with a fun book about polar bears! Cotton Ball Polar Bear Craft Brrrr it’s cold outside! Are you staying warm indoors? Although winter is not my favorite season – it’s a great time to do crafts. […]

Painted Handprint Flamingo Canvas

Looking for a fun and easy craft project to do with your kids? Maybe something that would double as a great gift? Then this painted handprint pink flamingo canvas tutorial is perfect for you! This simple Handprint Flamingo kid craft idea is super cute AND easy for all ages to recreate. In one simple afternoon, […]

Paper Plate & Cotton Ball Sheep Craft Idea

It’s a very simple paper plate craft, but it looks super cute and kids can use their imaginations to create their own sheep! Today’s cotton ball sheep craft tutorial is the simplest craft ever! Like EVER! It’s perfect for younger and older children alike to recreate this fluffy body! Heck – even adults will LOVE making […]

Flower Pot Frog Craft Idea

These terra cotta pot frogs are a fun and easy kids craft that will keep your little ones busy for hours! Not to mention, their finished pieces can sit nicely on a shelf or desk without causing any anxiety for those who hate frogs. So go ahead and get started today! What little boy doesn’t […]

Handprint Baby Sheep Keepsake Craft For Spring

Create this adorable handprint baby sheep keepsake craft with your kids, and enjoy the special moments while they create something that they can look back on for years to come! Crafting with kids is more than just a fun activity – it’s a way to make memories and keepsakes that you can cherish as your […]