Children's Book Craft Ideas For Story Time

This category is FULL of great craft ideas and activities related to our favorite children's books and authors. We hope you get GLUED to these ideas from us!

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Popsicle Stick Little Blue Truck Craft

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Crafty parents, listen up! This popsicle stick Little Blue Truck is perfect for your little one to recreate this fall season! Little Blue Truck’s Craft Idea For Kids Are you looking for a fun, crafty way to spend a rainy day indoors with your kids? Then try out this Popsicle Stick Little Blue Truck craft […]

Cupcake Liner Caterpillar Craft Idea

Unleash your creativity! Let’s make something fun together – an adorable cupcake liner caterpillar craft that will bring a smile to everyone’s face. Caterpillar On Paper Leaf Craft Craft up a colorful caterpillar with inexpensive mini cupcake liners and our free printable today! We will show you how easy it is! This is a great […]

Fork Painted Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

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 […]

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 […]

Popsicle Stick Five Little Pumpkins On A Fence Craft

If you’re looking for a fun and creative craft project to keep your little ones entertained this fall, then look no further! With just five simple materials – popsicle sticks, construction paper, scissors and glue – you can create an incredibly adorable ‘5 Little Pumpkins On A Popsicle Stick Fence’ craft that will make everyone […]

Paper Plate Three Little Bears Puppet Craft Idea For Story Time

Combining a classic story with a creative project transforms standard reading time into an interactive adventure. When children build the characters they read about, they engage more deeply with the narrative. This paper plate Three Little Bears puppet craft is the perfect companion to your next reading session, bringing Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby […]

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. […]

Fork Painted Werewolf Craft Idea For Kids To Make This Halloween

Looking for a spooky-cute Halloween project that little hands can actually manage? This fork painted werewolf comes together with supplies you probably already have at home. The best part is that messy fork painting, which turns a plain sheet of paper into a wild, furry monster in seconds. By the end, your kids will have […]

Pool Noodle Stamped Mac and Cheese Craft Idea For Kids

There is something magical about pairing a good book with a hands-on craft, and this one hits all the right notes! We recently fell in love with the picture book Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story {affiliate link} from the adorable Delicious Duos series, and it sparked the cutest little art project you ever did […]

Tissue Paper Black Cat Craft

Get crafty with your child today and make your own feline friend with just tissue paper, glue and some imagination! Paper Plate & Tissue Paper Black Cat Craft Hi friends! It’s that time of the month again! The Kids Craft Stars and I are joining forces to bring you our MONTHLY craft challenge post. Every month we […]

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 […]

Popsicle Stick Broom Craft Idea For Story Time

Let your little monsters get creative this Halloween with our simple popsicle stick broom craft idea! Popsicle Stick Witch’s Broom Craft Idea There’s no reason to be “witchy” about today’s crafty post! Not only is this Popsicle Stick Room On The Broom kid craft great to celebrate the upcoming Halloween season with BUT it also […]

Paper Plate Caterpillar Craft

Get creative with the kids this weekend! This colorful paper plate caterpillar craft is a fun and easy way to get your little ones exploring their artistic side! Paper Plate Hungry Caterpillar Calling ALL my Eric Carle fans!!! I’ve shared quite a few kid crafts in the past month centered around this particular author and […]

Paper Plate Muffin Craft Idea For Story Time

This is a great craft idea for kids of all ages! All you need is some paper plates, tissue paper, and a little imagination. Let your child’s creativity run wild with this fun and easy craft project. Muffin Craft Idea For Story Time Hi friends! Continuing on with the theme of children’s books and kid […]

Potato Masher Stamped Dog Craft Idea

Looking for a craft that turns an ordinary kitchen tool into something magical? This potato masher stamped dog project is exactly that! The best part? The grid pattern on the masher leaves a sweet textured print that looks just like fluffy fur. Add some floppy ears, a button nose, and a sprinkle of colorful hearts, […]

Toilet Roll Stamped Owl Craft Idea

There’s something magical about owls in winter. These wise little birds love the cold, and they make the perfect subject for a cozy craft afternoon with the kids. Even better? You probably have everything you need sitting in your recycling bin and craft drawer right now. This toilet roll stamped owl project turns an empty […]

Paper Plate & Paint Splat Lorax Craft Idea

Celebrate Dr. Seuss and inspire a little environmental awareness with this simple, hands-on craft. The Lorax is a classic character who speaks for the trees, and bringing him to life is a wonderful way to spark creativity at home or in the classroom. This paint splat technique adds an element of surprise that kids absolutely […]

Fork Painted Dog Craft Idea For Kids

Today’s fork painted dog craft is simple, fun, and just a little bit messy in the best possible way. Kids get to use a plastic fork as a paintbrush to create fluffy, textured fur, then add ears, googly eyes, and a button nose to finish their furry friend. It’s a wonderful Valentine’s Day project, but […]

Paper Straw & Puffy Paint Truffula Tree Craft Idea

Dr. Seuss Week is almost here! Every year around March 2nd (Dr. Seuss’s birthday), classrooms and homes buzz with whimsical rhymes, colorful characters, and important life lessons. One of the most beloved stories is The Lorax. To celebrate, why not bring the vibrant world of The Lorax to life? These Paper Straw & Puffy Paint […]

Coffee Filter Bear Craft Idea For Kids

GRAB THE GOLDILOCKS AND THREE BEARS BOOK VIA OUR AMAZON AFFILIATE LINK Storytime gets a lot more fun when you add a hands-on activity. This coffee filter bear craft pairs perfectly with a reading of the classic fairy tale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Combining a great book with a simple art project helps children […]