Back To School Archives

Celebrate the back to school season with these fun and creative DIY crafts! From decorated school supplies to classroom group crafts, we've got you covered.

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Fork Painted Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

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Get Crafty with Kids: Adorable Fork Painted Raccoon Idea This unique and easy-to-follow activity combines the everyday utensil—a fork—with paint to create a whimsical raccoon masterpiece. Perfect for children of all ages, this craft idea is sure to bring joy and excitement to your kids while also allowing them to express their artistic talents. Plus […]

Paper Plate School Bus Craft

Get your kids excited about learning and creative play with this simple paper plate school bus craft. Perfect for toddlers to elementary kids, find out how you can make it today! School Bus Craft Made From A Paper Plate Can you believe the new school year has already started up? Crazy, right? And who can […]

Popsicle Stick Apple Core Craft

Get your creative juices flowing with this fun and easy craft idea! Kids will love transforming simple popsicle sticks into an adorable apple core to display in the home. Apple Core Popsicle Stick Craft Since the back-to-school season is just around the corner, today I’m sharing another kid friendly apple activity that is SUPER simple […]

Q-Tip Painted Back To School Apple Craft

Kick those nervous jitters to the curb with today’s Colorful Q-Tip Painted Back To School Apple craft idea! There’s even a free dotted apple w/glasses printable to get your students started within a matter of minutes. Plus they can practice those fine motor skills right out the gate! Apple Craft With Q-Tips & Red Paint Using […]

Back To School Tissue Paper Popcorn Craft

Summer’s winding down, and it’s time to get excited about heading back to school! What better way to celebrate than with a craft that’s as fun to make as it is to display? This adorable tissue paper popcorn craft will have everyone “poppin’” with excitement for the new school year ahead. Whether you’re a parent […]

Torn Paper “I Had A Super First Day of School” Craft

Starting a new school year is an exciting yet nerve-wracking time for kids. One way to encourage positivity, creativity, and confidence on the first day back is through a fun and meaningful craft activity. Enter today’s “Torn Paper Superhero” craft tutorial! This engaging project is easy to set up, promotes self-expression and lets kids celebrate […]

Paper Plate Back To School Snail Craft Idea

A Whimsical Back-to-School Craft Idea Kids Will Love! The back-to-school season is upon us, and what better way to engage kids and ease them into the new school year than with a fun and unique craft project? Crafting not only boosts creativity but also helps children develop fine motor skills and provides a relaxing break […]

Popsicle Stick Books – There Was An Old Lady Inspired Craft

There Was An Old Lady Book Craft For Kids Hi my crafty readers! In honor of the back-to-school season, I recently came up with a kid friendly craft that goes along PERFECTLY with the book “There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Book” by Lucille Colandro. This time I’m calling it Popsicle Stick Books and […]

Paint Splat Sloth Craft Idea For Kids

There’s something magical about reading a sweet story and then bringing it to life with your hands. If your little ones love I’ll Love You Till the Sloths Start School, you’re in for a treat. This tender book about a parent’s never-ending love makes the perfect launchpad for a fun, messy, totally adorable craft session. […]

Popsicle Stick Notebook Paper Back to School Picture Frame

It’s the simplest back to school craft idea inspired by notebook paper. YES you read that correctly – NOTEBOOK PAPER! I took our basic popsicle stick shape {that we have used so many times on Glued To My Crafts now} and designed it to mimic lined notebook paper. I’m tickled pink on this one because […]

Craft Stick Bus Back To School Activity

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

Craft Stick Apple Picture Frame Tutorial

This is a budget friendly kid craft idea to create on the first day of school. Keep scrolling for our Craft Stick Apple Picture Frame tutorial! You are going to love the memories while making AND framing it! Apple Picture Frame Made From Craft Sticks Children typically anticipate the first day of school with a […]

Popsicle Stick Apple Friends Craft Idea For Fall

Inspired by fall and our love of crafty things, these Popsicle Stick Apple Friends are sure to be the BEST pick out of the orchard!!! Apple Craft Idea Made From Popsicle Sticks Looking for a fun and affordable fall activity for your little crafter? Look no further! With just a few inexpensive materials like jumbo popsicle sticks, […]

Popsicle Stick Raccoon Craft Idea

Looking for fun and creative craft ideas for kids? Check out this easy-to-make popsicle stick raccoon tutorial that even beginners can tackle! Popsicle Stick Kissing Hand Raccoon Back to school season is fast approaching and many teachers & parents will be reading the book “A Kissing Hand for Chester Raccoon“ by Audrey Penn to their […]

Paper Bowl Apple Craft Idea For Fall

Are you ready to get creative this fall? Let’s welcome the changing of seasons with a fun and colorful project the whole family can enjoy – a painted paper bowl apple craft! This simple yet satisfying craft is a great way for children of all ages to express their creativity and have fun in the […]

Popsicle Stick School Bus Frame

Get your children pumped up for the back-to-school season with this delightful and simple yellow bus picture frame tutorial! Join us as we take you through the step-by-step process for fantastic results in our blog post. Are you looking for a creative way to display those precious memories of your children’s school days? If so, […]

Paper Plate Apple Picture Frame Craft Idea

Crafting is a fantastic way to engage children in creative activities that stimulate their imagination. Today’s paper plate apple picture frame craft tutorial is not only easy to make but also offers several educational benefits. Kids get to practice their fine motor skills, learn about shapes and colors, and even get a little lesson in […]

Paper Bag Raccoon Craft Idea For Story Time

Are you looking for a creative and engaging activity to do with your class on the first day of school? Then our latest and greatest “paper bag raccoon” craft might be just what you need! This simple yet delightful story time craft project is perfect for keeping little hands busy and minds imaginative. Plus, it’s […]

Popsicle Stick Crayon Friends

Inspired by the upcoming back-to-school season, today I present to you our super cute Popsicle Stick Crayon Friends kids craft idea! It’s the perfect DIY activity to keep the kids busy during the first day of school back in the classroom and BEYOND! Crayon Puppets Made From Popsicle Sticks You know what the best part […]

Paper Plate Apple w/Popsicle Stick Worm Craft

Put your crafting skills to the test with this fun paper plate apple! Grab your supplies and see what creative masterpiece you can make – don’t forget the popsicle stick worm too! Popsicle Stick Worm In Paper Plate Apple Whether as a back-to-school craft or a spring themed idea – today’s Paper Plate Apple w/Worm […]