Easy Kid Crafts For Busy Moms & Caretakers

We have TONS ideas for all age ranges in this "easy kid crafts" section! You will find many easy projects for toddlers, grade school children and even teenagers. You will probably even want to join in the fun too!

Silly Hair Wood Stick Puppets For Kids To Recreate

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These silly hair wood stick puppets are super easy to make, really inexpensive & fun for ALL ages! Perfect for a boredom buster activity! Craft Supplies: Wavy Popsicle Sticks – 1 per craft Craft Paint Paint Brushes Small Paper Plate Tacky Glue or Hot Glue Gun Small Pom Poms Small Wiggle Eyes Assorted Craft Feathers […]

Paper Plate Ninja Turtle Craft Idea

Craving a creative weekend project? Transform ordinary paper plates into your favorite teenage mutant ninja turtle! Get the kids involved and let your imaginations run wild! Calling all parents and kids! Get ready to put on your ninja masks and channel your inner turtle hero with this easy and fun paper plate craft idea. Unleash […]

Paper Plate Tiger Craft Idea For Kids

Unleash your child’s inner artist! With just a few simple supplies, you and the kids can work together to create this amazing paper plate tiger craft! Paper Plate & Tissue Paper Tiger It’s been awhile since I’ve shared a book themed post on the Glued To My Crafts blog, so today I’m fixing that with […]

Popsicle Stick Pizza Slice Craft Idea

Get creative with your kids this weekend! They’ll have so much fun crafting this delicious-looking pizza slice out of popsicle sticks. Pizza Slice Craft Made From Popsicle Sticks Whether for Valentine’s Day or just any day of the year – this Popsicle Stick Pizza Slice craft idea is the way to my heart!!! With only simple […]

Popsicle Stick Polar Bear Craft

Get your creative juices flowing this weekend! Try making this adorable Popsicle stick polar bear craft—it’s so simple and a fun way to spend time with the family. Polar Bear Popsicle Stick Craft Inspired by the upcoming movie release of Norm of the North – my son and I recently made this adorable Popsicle Stick […]

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 […]

Popsicle Stick Charlie Brown & Snoopy Craft

Unleash your creativity with this whimsical Popsicle Stick Charlie Brown and Snoopy craft! It’s surprisingly easy and the possibilities are endless – what unique design will you come up with? Charlie Brown & Snoopy Made From Popsicle Sticks If you are a follower of mine on Instagram – you may already know that I’m a little […]

Popsicle Stick Fox Craft Idea For Kids

This fox kids craft idea is so easy and fun! You can make these little cuties in minutes and they’ll brighten up your home today! Popsicle Stick & Paper Fox Craft So what does the fox say?!? Do you remember that catchy song from awhile back?! I’ve noticed that this time of year, foxes seem […]

Super EASY Go, Dog. Go! Paper Plate Dog Craft Idea

Ready for a quick and easy boredom buster for your kids? We’ve got you covered with our awesome Go, Dog. Go! paper plate dog craft – it’s perfect for spending a creative afternoon together! Paper Plate Go, Dog. Go! Craft Idea Happy Monday my crafty friends! I’m so excited that you are here and that […]

Paper Plate Cheese and Mouse Craft Idea

Bring out your creativity and surprise your little ones with this fun paper plate cheese & mouse craft! Get ready for hours of imaginative play that’ll have everyone smiling. Cheese and Mouse Paper Plate Craft Welcome friends! I feel like it’s been forever since I’ve shared a “children’s book” themed kid craft on the Glued […]

Paper Plate Crab – Beach Craft Idea

Get creative with this fun paper plate crab project that’s perfect for all ages – a great way to spark their imaginations and bring summertime vibes indoors. Crab Craft Idea For Kids 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 […]

Paper Plate Rocket Outer Space Craft

This easy kids craft is perfect for a rainy day. With just a few supplies, you can have your child exploring the galaxy in no time! This paper plate rocket is a fun and easy kids craft that will keep them entertained for hours. All you need are some simple supplies that you probably already […]

Handprint & Footprint Art for Kids

Handprint & Footprint Art for Kids – Roundup Collection Hi everyone! I’m Jackie from I Heart Arts n Crafts, sharing with you today some of our favorite types of crafts… handprint and footprint art for kids! All the ideas I have linked in today’s roundup post, will make adorable keepsake gift ideas and are perfect […]

Paper Plate Seahorse Craft Idea

This fun kids craft is inspired by one of our favorite children’s book authors, Eric Carle. It’s a great way to get the kids excited about reading and also learn some new colors. Let your imagination run wild with this creative seahorse craft idea! Paper Plate & Tissue Paper Seahorse Craft By looking at today’s […]

Popsicle Stick Minions Craft Idea

Get the kids excited about crafting this summer with this fun and easy popsicle stick minions idea! Learn how to create it now! Minions Made Out of Popsicle Sticks “Bello” my crafty friends!! Who is ready to see the NEW Minion movie being released this weekend? I know we are! To celebrate the release of […]

Book Inspired Kids Crafts Roundup

Welcome, crafty friends! Here at Glued To My Crafts, we absolutely love finding new ways to combine reading and creativity. There is something truly magical about watching a beloved children’s book come to life right before your eyes. When kids create artwork based on their favorite stories, it sparks their imagination and makes reading even […]

Wavy Popsicle Stick Mermaid Craft Idea

If you’re looking for a creative craft idea for your kids, look no further! This wavy popsicle stick mermaid puppet is perfect for summer Mermaid Puppets Made From Wavy Craft Sticks Hi friends! Are you looking for a fun beach themed craft for your kids to make this summer? Well – YOU are in the right […]

Paper Plate Baseball Craft

Let’s go team! Have some fun with the kids this weekend and make a paper plate baseball craft that pairs along perfectly with a Pete The Cat book! Baseball Craft Made From Paper Everybody play BALL!!! Although I’m personally not a big fan of baseball – I am however a BIG fan of today’s super […]

Cupcake Liner Lemonade Craft For Kids

Let’s get creative! Kids will love making this simple and fun paper & cupcake liner lemonade craft. An easy way to bring some brightness and sunshine into your world today! Lemonade Craft With Cupcake Liners Hi friends! Boy is it HOT out there already! Could you use a cold drink {maybe a fun indoor craft} […]

Eric Carle Craft Ideas For A Good Story Time

Calling all my crafty moms and teachers!!! You are going to LOVE this Eric Carle kid craft collection post! To celebrate one of my personal FAVORITE childhood authors growing up – today I’ve rounded up ALL the Eric Carle themed kid crafts on the blog into one BIG roundup! Just like ALL our kid friendly […]