Look! We're Learning!

Early Learning. Happy Teaching.

  • Shop
  • Printables
  • Homeschool
  • Crafts
  • Parenting
  • Blog

3D Paper Dolphin Craft for Kids

May 14, 2020 by Selena Robinson Leave a Comment

Atlanta is home to the Georgia Aquarium – one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world.

We’ve gotten to take our children there a few times and they were always thrilled to see such incredible marine animals up close.

One of the attractions there is a live dolphin show, which we got to attend. And that was when I learned that dolphins are incredible creatures.

They can be trained to do amazing stunts, they communicate with one another, and they are extremely intelligent.

Plus, they’re beautiful to look at.

I thought a dolphin-themed art activity would be a nice summer project for the kids, so here’s a 3D paper dolphin craft you can make with little ones!

Fun 3D Dolphin Craft for Kids

This is such a cool art project, because it stands up on its own. So kids can keep it after they’re done.

(Between you and me, our refrigerator door simply cannot hold any more works of art.)

Paper 3D Dolphin Craft for Kids

Get the full dolphin craft instructions below!

And, for another ocean art project, try our Coffee Filter Jellyfish Craft!

Make this fun and easy 3D paper dolphin craft for a fun art project to share with kids! Great for a summer art activity!

What Supplies Do You Need to Make a 3D Paper Dolphin Craft?

What I like the most about this dolphin craft is that you don’t need anything fancy to make it.

You probably already have the supplies from working on other crafts. No last-minute shopping trip needed!

Easy and Fun 3D Paper Dolphin Craft

To make this 3D paper dolphin craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Printer (with ink)
  • Printer Paper
  • Printable 3D Paper Dolphin Template
  • Ballpoint pen or pencil
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Construction paper
  • Glue stick
3D Dolphin Paper Craft Supplies

Start by downloading the Paper Dolphin Craft template. You’ll need this to print the shapes for making the dolphin.

After you’ve downloaded the printable, print it out on white paper. Then use scissors to cut out each piece.

How to Make a 3D Paper Dolphin Craft

Now it’s time to get crafting!

Use a pencil or a pen to trace each of the template shapes onto colored paper.

In this project, we used aqua for the body and inner fin, white for the belly, and green for the outer fin.

But you and the kids can use any color you like.

Simple 3D Paper Dolphin Craft

After you’ve traced each shape, cut it out.

If you’re using white for the belly, you can just keep the template shape you’ve cut instead of tracing it again.

How to Make a 3D Paper Dolphin

Start by gluing the belly onto the bottom curve of the dolphin’s “body”.

Making a Simple Paper Dolphin Craft

Stack the inner fin piece on top of the outer fin piece and glue it in the center of the dolphin’s side – on top of the belly.

Easy Paper Dolphin Craft for Kids

Glue the dolphin’s “eye” onto the head.

Add a shy smile with the ink pen, if you like.

Easy Paper Dolphin to Make With Kids

Now it’s time to make the “ocean”.

Trace the ocean template shape onto blue paper and trace a couple of the “waves” onto light blue paper. Cut them all out.

Fold the blue ocean paper in half horizontally. Then glue the waves onto the bottom edge of the “ocean”.

Cute Paper Dolphin Craft for Kids

Almost done!

Glue the dolphin onto the folded center line of the “ocean”. Make sure that the folded line squares with the dolphin’s middle.

The top of the dolphin should appear above the folded line.

How to Make a Dolphin 3D Craft

Fold the ocean in half again to make a triangular stand and you’re done!

Fun Dolphin Craft to Make with Kids

See how the dolphin stands up?

Simple 3D Paper Dolphin Craft for Kids

Let the kids make an entire pod of different-colored dolphins!

Easy 3D Paper Dolphin for Kids to Make

Don’t miss these other easy crafts for kids to make!

Make this easy toilet paper roll lion craft with the kids for a fun art activity!
This simple coffee filter jellyfish craft is a perfect easy summer craft for kids! Make a few with your little ones this summer!
Share an easy summer craft with the kids and make this easy paper ladybug craft! So fun for little hands!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts, crafts for kids, dolphins

Easy Lion Toilet Paper Roll Craft for Kids

May 4, 2020 by Selena Robinson Leave a Comment

When I was a child, I saw a cartoon that was set in the jungle. The animals had an issue and they decided to consult the lion for help.

The lion was seated on a throne and wearing a crown. Which suited him as the “king of the jungle”.

I still think of lions as the overseers of the jungle to this day. But it’s okay to make lions look a little cute too.

And this easy lion toilet paper roll craft is a super cute lion art activity for kids!

Fun and Easy Lion Toilet Paper Roll Craft

This would make a great activity for a jungle unit, especially since it only requires a few ordinary supplies.

It’s also a cool recycled materials craft, because it uses a toilet paper roll. Save a few empty rolls and make an entire lion pride!

Lion Toilet Paper Roll Craft

Get the full instructions to make this easy lion craft for kids below.

And – be sure to read how to make a paper bag fox craft too!

Make this easy toilet paper roll lion craft with the kids for a fun art activity!

Easy Lion Toilet Paper Roll Craft for Kids

To make this simple lion toilet paper roll craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Printer (with ink)
  • Printer Paper
  • Construction paper
  • Glue stick
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Washable markers or colored pencils
  • Printable Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft Template
Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft Supplies

If you’re making this with a very young child, you might need to help him or her cut out the pieces of the printable lion craft template.

Fun On the Farm Bundle TPT Ad
Making a Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft

After you’ve printed the template, cut out the pieces and trace the outlines onto yellow, orange, and beige construction paper.

Cut out each piece of construction paper and you’re ready to get started!

How to Make a Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft

Glue the “face” onto the center of the “mane”. Then glue each “paw” onto the bottom of each “arm”.

Finally, glue the “tail tuft” onto the end of the “tail”.

Easy Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft

Now add eyes, a nose, and a mouth – and freckles, if you’d like.

You can either draw eyes on white paper and cut them out to add to the face. Or just let the child draw the eyes directly on the face.

Simple Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft for Kids

Time to make the body!

Cut out a piece of yellow construction paper. Use a length that covers the toilet paper roll when wrapped around it.

Glue the construction paper to the toilet paper roll. You might need to secure the edges with tape.

Glue the beige “belly” to the center of the toilet paper roll.

How to Make an Easy Lion Craft

Use glue to attach the lion’s arms to the top left and right corners of the “belly”.

Making a Toilet Paper Roll Lion

Then glue the lion’s face to the top of the toilet paper roll, centering it over the belly and arms.

Easy Lion Craft for Kids

Finally, glue the tail to the bottom of the back side of the toilet paper roll.

The end of the tail tuft should be sticking up toward the mane.

Simple Lion Toilet Paper Roll Craft

All done!

Cute Toilet Paper Roll Lion Craft

Feel free to have kids draw a jungle backdrop to complete a jungle scene featuring their lion!

Cute Lion Toilet Paper Roll Craft

If you make this easy lion toilet paper roll craft, I’d love to hear how your kids enjoyed it!

Don’t miss these other fun animal crafts for kids!

These easy and fun paper bag woodland animal crafts kids can make! Choose from a paper bag fox craft, paper bag bear craft, and a paper bag deer craft!
Share an easy summer craft with the kids and make this easy paper ladybug craft! So fun for little hands!
Take a trip to the zoo with this cute coffee filter elephant craft for kids!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts, crafts for kids

Easy Shape Car Craft for Kids

April 23, 2020 by Selena Robinson Leave a Comment

Learning shapes is such a fun skill for early grades!

We’ve used lots of learning ideas to cover this concept with young learners, including shape sorting mats and shape flashcards.

But a simple, hands-on way to teach shape recognition is to use an easy shape craft – like this shape car craft!

Cute Shape Car Craft Project for Kids

This is such an easy and fun way to work on this concept!

Plus, it combines both math and art for a STEAM project you can do with young students at math centers or for homework.

Get the full instructions (and the free template) below.

And, for more fun with simple shapes, check out our simple School Bus Shape Craft too!

Make up this quick and easy shape car craft with the kids! Great for math and art in one simple activity!

How to Use a Shape Craft to Teach Geometry

How can you use this shape car craft for a simple geometry lesson?

As you are helping kids cut out the shapes on the paper template, stop and help them identify each one.

Cute and Fun Shape Craft for Kids

The template includes a rectangle, four circles, two squares, a triangle, and even a trapezoid.

Super Easy Shape Car Craft for Kids to Make

Prompt the student to use each correct shape name as they work on making the car.

Be sure to identify each shape as you give directions. For example, “Glue the rectangle to the bottom of the trapezoid.”

What Supplies Do I Need to Make a Shape Craft?

To make this easy shape craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Printer (with ink)
  • Printer Paper
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Washable markers (optional)
  • Colored pencils (optional)
  • A copy of our printable Shape Car Craft template (black/white) (color)
How to Make a Shape Car Craft

If you’re using the color shape craft template, then you can skip the markers.

The colored pencils are also optional, because they’re only used for adding detail to the finished cars.

How to Make a Shape Car Craft with Kids

To make this shape car craft, start by printing the template.

Making a Simple Shape Car Craft

Help your child cut out all of the shapes.

Depending on the age, you may need to help with the smaller pieces.

Simple Shape Car Craft for Kids

Start by gluing the rectangle to the bottom of the trapezoid.

Easy Shape Car Craft for Kids

Glue the triangle on the left side of the trapezoid. This will be the car’s front windshield.

Fun and Easy Shape Craft for Kids

Then glue the two squares in a row behind the triangle. They form the side windows of the car.

Simple Shape Car Craft

Glue the two black circles onto the bottom of the rectangle. Add the two grey circles in the center of each black circle.

Now your wheels are done!

Simple Shape Car Craft to Make With Kids

If you like, use markers or colored pencils to add edging on the windows and windshield.

You can also draw red triangles on each end of the rectangle to make headlights and taillights.

Or add a triangle on the front and a rectangle at the back to form the lights too!

Fun and Easy Car Craft for Kids

All done! Time to take your new cars out for a spin!

Need more simple crafts for kids to make? Try these too!

This easy origami fox bookmark craft is such a fun paper craft for kids! Make a few with students and use them as reading rewards!
Make this easy paper roll rocket craft with the kids this summer! So fun for a long summer afternoon of crafting!
Share a fun and easy summer craft with the kids when you make this easy coffee filter crab craft! Perfect for summer afternoon crafting!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts, crafts for kids

Simple Train Tape Resist Craft

April 14, 2020 by Selena Robinson 6 Comments

Tape resist crafts are such a fun way to make art with kids!

You only need a few supplies, no one has to have special artistic talent, and they can be awesome projects for several kids to work on together!

Since my kids are super into Thomas the Train right now, I thought they’d enjoy making a simple train tape resist craft and they definitely did!

It taught them a lot about making art, working together, and creating freely.

Fun and Easy Train Tape Resist Art Activity

I hope that you’ll enjoy this craft too!

And if you do, be sure to try some of our simple coffee filter crafts for kids or this list of super easy crafts you can do in just 10 minutes!

This fun and easy train tape resist art activity is a perfect indoor art lesson for young kids!

Simple Train Tape Resist Craft

To make this train tape resist craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Posterboard
  • Pencil
  • Ruler
  • Masking tape
  • Oil pastels

To get started, I drew a very, very simple outline of a train in pencil on a piece of posterboard.

And by simple, I mean literally put together with shapes.

I used a ruler to draw a triangle for the funnel, rectangles for the body and windows, another triangle for the buffer, and circles for the wheels.

Simple Train Tape Resist Craft

Then Jay laid masking tape on the outline to protect it from the artistic endeavors to come.

We left the wheels uncovered, because it is nearly impossible to shape masking tape into a circle.

Train Tape Resist Craft

Time to break out the oil pastels…And let the kids loose!

Train Tape Resist Craft for Kids

They were a little reluctant to color freely at first. They kept coloring the way you do in coloring books.

Train Tape Resist Craft Project

We kept reminding them that this was a free art exercise where they could color where they wanted and how they wanted.

They even got to color over each other’s work.

Colorful Train Tape Resist Craft

Halfway through, Roo looked at me and said “I like arting.” *Fist pump*

Simple Train Tape Resist Art for Kids

Here’s the finished poster with the tape still attached.

Colorful Train Tape Resist Craft for Kids

We peeled off the tape and ta-da!

A modern art-inspired wall art piece for the boys’ room that they made themselves!

Making a Train Tape Resist Craft

Isn’t it colorful?

We didn’t intend to draw it, but the black smudge in the second window kind of looks like a bear that hitched a ride. 

Try some of these other easy crafts for kids!

These gorgeously colorful rainbow crafts for kids are a wonderful way to add art to a spring unit study!

These airplane crafts for kids are so much fun for learning about flight and spending time together as a family!

These easy coffee filter crafts for kids are fun and simple enough for everyone to make!

This easy and colorful train tape resist craft is a neat way for kids to make art!

Farm Fun Bundle TPT Quote Box Ad

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts, crafts for kids, tape resist craft, train crafts, train tape resist craft

20 Fun Clothespin Puppets for Kids to Make

November 21, 2019 by Selena Robinson Leave a Comment

Have you ever put on a puppet show with the kids?

We’ve done it a few times and they always had a blast with their puppet characters.

We’d usually have rehearsed lines in advance, but someone always wanted to improvise and take the story in a different direction. 

Which is part of the fun!

When we’ve made puppets, we usually make them out of paper bags. But there are so many ways to make puppets at home, including these super cute clothespin puppets for kids!

20 Clothespin Puppets for Kids to Make

There are so many different characters you can make out of clothespins, including animals, snowmen, and more. These would make wonderful prompts for creative writing and story retelling!

Read on to get some clothespin crafts inspiration! And for more fun with puppets, check out our Farm Paper Bag Puppets for kids to make too!

Have spare clothespins laying around the house? Turn them into these fun and easy clothespin puppets for kids to make!

20 Fun Clothespin Puppets for Kids to Make

1. Cat Clothespin Puppet – Easy Peasy and Fun

2. Squirrel Clothespin Puppets – As the Bunny Hops

3. Giraffe Clothespin Puppet – Delia Creates

4. Dragon Clothespin Puppet – Adventure in a Box

5. Unicorn Clothespin Doll – Kids Craft Room

6. Shark Clothespin Puppets – Easy Peasy and Fun

7. Clothespin Dinosaurs – Crafts by Amanda

8. Llama Clothespin Puppets – Inspiration Made Simple

9. Clothespin Wrap Dolls – This Heart of Mine

10. Clothespin Mermaid Doll – Benzie Design

Check out more clothespin puppets and dolls kids can make below!

Fun Clothespin Puppets for Kids to Make

11. DIY Flower Fairy Clothespin Dolls – Crafts Unleashed

12. Super Hero Clothespin Dolls – All Free Kids Crafts

13. Chinese Dragon Clothespin Puppets – Easy Peasy and Fun

14. Unicorn Clothespin Puppets – Moms and Crafters

15. Pelican Clothespin Puppet – As the Bunny Hops

16. Clothespin Fish – Crafts by Amanda

17. Snowman Puppets – Moms and Crafters

18. Clothespin Monster Puppets – Our Whimsical Days

19. Clothespin Girls – Ginger Cake

20. Alligator Clothespin Puppet – Kids Activities Blog

Did you like these clothespin puppets for kids? Try some of these other easy crafts the kids can make!

This easy origami fox bookmark craft is such a fun paper craft for kids! Make a few with students and use them as reading rewards!

Get ready for back to school with this super cute paper school bus craft for kids! So easy to make, even for little ones!

Make this easy paper roll rocket craft with the kids this summer! So fun for a long summer afternoon of crafting!

Follow my Simple Crafts for Kids board on Pinterest for more easy kids’ crafts!

Farm Fun Bundle TPT Quote Box Ad

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts, crafts for kids

DIY Origami Fox Bookmark Craft for Kids

November 5, 2019 by Selena Robinson Leave a Comment

When I was little, one of my very favorite movies was Disney’s Robin Hood. You know, the one with the foxes.

Actually, I think fox Robin Hood might have been one of my very first crushes. (Please tell me I’m not alone in this.)

Ever since then, I’ve had a soft spot for foxes. 

So I thought this adorable DIY origami fox bookmark craft would be a fun paper craft to share with you and your kids!

Just in case you also have a soft spot for foxes, especially British ones.

Fun Origami Fox Bookmark Craft for Kids

These would be adorable DIY gifts for kids who are book lovers! Just make up a few and hand them out with a copy of their favorite book.

You could even write a little note on the back!

Simple Origami Fox Bookmark Craft

These easy origami corner bookmarks would also make great reading rewards for students!

Read on to get the full project instructions. And, if you want to make more fox crafts, don’t miss our Simple Paper Bag Fox Craft!

This easy origami fox bookmark craft is such a fun paper craft for kids! Make a few with students and use them as reading rewards!

DIY Origami Fox Bookmark Craft

Personally, I’ve been known to use just about anything as a bookmark: a popsicle stick, a paper clip, a piece of yarn. My current one is a used school field trip badge folded in half.

In fact, the library checkout receipt is my usual go-to.

DIY Origami Fox Bookmark Craft for Kids

But it is nice to use an actual bookmark, instead of just something you can find lying around. Especially if you’re giving a gift to a friend.

Supplies for Making an Origami Corner Bookmark Craft

To make this DIY origami fox bookmark craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Orange origami paper
  • Beige construction paper
  • Pencil
  • Craft glue
  • Washable markers
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Ruler
  • Printable Fox Bookmark Template

Fun On the Farm Bundle TPT Ad

How to Fold Origami Paper to Make a Corner Bookmark

Lay the origami paper flat diagonally.

How to Fold an Origami Corner Bookmark

Fold the paper in half, bringing the top corner to the bottom corner.

Folding an Origami Corner Bookmark

Fold the top triangle up to meet the center fold line. Leave the bottom layer in tact.

Folding an Origami Fox Corner Bookmark

Fold the left and right sides of the paper down to make a diamond. This time, you’ll fold both the top and bottom layers.

How to Fold an Easy Origami Bookmark

Fold the bottom triangle inward to tuck it inside the “pocket”. Do the same with the top triangle. 

You’ll have a folded triangular pocket shape when you’re finished.

Assembling an Origami Fox Corner Bookmark Craft

Use scissors to trim the top of the bookmark pocket into a rounded shape.

Use a pencil to trace the fox head template pieces from the printable fox bookmark template onto colored paper.

Cut out ear (inner and outer colors) and fox head pieces.

How to Make an Origami Fox Corner Bookmark Craft

Glue the beige paper pieces to the fox head and ear pieces.

Simple Origami Fox Corner Bookmark

Glue the fox ears to the left and right sides of the top of the bookmark.

Cute DIY Origami Fox Corner Bookmark

Use a black marker to add the eyes and nose and you’re done!

DIY Origami Fox Bookmark Craft

We used orange origami paper for our fox origami corner bookmark, but you can use any color you like!

Easy Origami Fox Bookmark Craft

Gather up several colors and see how many you can make with the kids in half an hour! 

Then have fun sharing them with friends or as random acts of kindness in your neighborhood!

Easy Origami Fox Bookmark Craft for Kids

And, of course, don’t forget to use yours as an actual bookmark. No more library checkout receipts needed!

Take a look at these other fun crafts for kids to make!

This easy scrapbook paper pumpkin craft is a perfect way to add fall decor to the home! Gather the ingredients for this easy fall craft and let the kids help make it!

These easy and fun paper bag woodland animal crafts kids can make! Choose from a paper bag fox craft, paper bag bear craft, and a paper bag deer craft!

Make this easy paper roll rocket craft with the kids this summer! So fun for a long summer afternoon of crafting!

Get more ideas for fun things to make with little ones on my Simple Crafts for Kids Pinterest board!

This fun and cute origami fox bookmark craft is easy enough for kids to make! A cute DIY gift for bookworms!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts for kids

Easy Paper Bag Fox Craft for Kids

October 3, 2019 by Selena Robinson 1 Comment

I love to make paper bag animal crafts with the kids. 

You only need a few supplies (that you probably already have) and they’re a snap to make! Perfect for the not-so-crafty among us.

Ahem…like myself.

So, with fall approaching, I thought it would be fun to share an easy paper bag fox craft for kids that literally anyone can make. It’s that easy.

Easy and Fun Paper Bag Woodland Animal Crafts to Make

Plus, there are other paper bag woodland animal crafts to make too, including a paper bag bear craft and a paper bag deer craft!

Read on to see how to make these adorable animal crafts and pick up the free printable templates too! 

And for more ways to craft with paper bags, take a look at our cute paper bag farm puppets for kids!

These easy and fun paper bag woodland animal crafts kids can make! Choose from a paper bag fox craft, paper bag bear craft, and a paper bag deer craft!

Easy Paper Bag Fox Craft

To make the easy paper bag fox craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Printable Paper Bag Fox Craft Template
  • Paper bag
  • Colored paper
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Pencil
  • Washable black marker
  • Clear tape (optional)

How to Make a Paper Bag Fox Craft

Choose the colored paper you want to use to make the fox.

Print the paper bag fox craft template and then cut out the template pieces.

DIY Paper Bag Fox Craft for Kids

Use the pencil to trace the template shapes onto the colored paper pieces. Cut the traced pieces out.

Easy Paper Bag Fox Craft

Glue the inner ear patterns (2 small triangular pieces) on the ear parts of the fox’s head pattern and glue the heart shaped piece on the bottom side of the head.

Glue the small pattern of the tail on the tip of the big tail pattern.

Easy Paper Bag Fox Craft to Make

Glue the colored paper you want to use around the outside of the paper bag. Be sure to cover all four sides.

The color of the bag should match the body of the fox.

Making a Paper Bag Fox Craft for Kids

Glue the circular belly piece of the fox in the bottom center of the paper bag. 

Simple Paper Bag Fox Craft

Attach the head pattern of the fox on the top side of the bag, keeping half of the head outside the bag’s top end.

Simple Paper Bag Fox Craft to Make with Kids

Attach the tail on either side of the bag, in between the side folds of the bag.

You may want to add clear tap at the bottom to keep the bag secure.

Cute Paper Bag Fox Craft for Kids

Use a black marker to draw the eyes and nose of the fox.

And you’re done!

How to Make Paper Bag Woodland Animal Crafts

To make the other paper bag woodland animal crafts, you’ll need the following:

  • Printable paper bag bear craft template
  • Printable paper bag deer craft template
  • The same supplies as used for the paper bag fox craft

Simple Paper Bag Woodland Animal Crafts for Kids

Follow the same instructions as for the paper bag fox craft, attaching the belly, head, and ears. 

When making the paper bag deer craft, be sure to attach the antlers and add the spots to the center of the forehead.

Fun Paper Bag Woodland Animal Crafts for Kids

You could even make an entire family of these paper bag woodland animals!

Easy Paper Bag Woodland Animal Crafts

If you cut out the template pieces in advance, this would be a super fun craft for a kids’ party!

Don’t miss these other easy kids’ craft ideas!

Get ready for back to school with this super cute paper school bus craft for kids! So easy to make, even for little ones!

Share an easy summer craft with the kids and make this easy paper ladybug craft! So fun for little hands!

Make this easy paper roll rocket craft with the kids this summer! So fun for a long summer afternoon of crafting!

Share even more crafting fun with the ideas on my Simple Crafts for Kids Pinterest board!

Make these easy paper bag woodland animal crafts with the kids this fall! Perfect for a forest unit!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts for kids, fall crafts, kids activities

Easy Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids

September 19, 2019 by Selena Robinson 4 Comments

Make some autumn memories with this easy DIY fall leaf garland kids can make!

Since fall finally made its appearance down here in the South, we decided to round up some of the fall leaves in our yard and make a garland.

I’ll admit: I’m not really one for home decor. I didn’t learn much about it as a child and I’ve been a tad stubborn about doing it as an adult.

But, after sharing this easy fall leaf garland craft with the kids, I’m committed to adding a bit more “home” to our house.

Fun and Easy Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids

This is a really simple fall craft that kids will have fun making. It’s easy, it only requires a few supplies, and it adds a sweet reminder of fall to the home.

For more fun fall kids’ activities, don’t miss our list of 50 fall books kids will treasure!

Make this easy fall leaf garland craft with little ones this autumn! A perfect fall art activity for kids!

Easy Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids

To make this DIY fall leaf garland craft, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • Assorted fall leaves (choose the most colorful you can find)
  • Tempera paint (optional)
  • Paintbrushes (optional)
  • Clear tape
  • Bright yellow yarn
  • Hole puncher

Making an Easy Fall Leaf Garland

Rather than making leaves out of construction paper or some other medium, we just thought we’d hang actual leaves.

We let them dry out for a couple of weeks so they’d be easy to punch holes in.

Easy Fall Leaf Garland Craft

Choose your leaves about two weeks before you intend to make your garland. Sit them on a counter or in a plastic bag so that they’ll have plenty of time to stiffen before you make the craft.

I helped the kids place the hole punch, but they pushed the lever (which they loved).

To keep the holes from spreading and cracking the leaves, we punched them as close to the center as possible and towards the stem end.

Simple Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids

Since these leaves were just brown, we wanted to add a bit more color.

Tempera paint to the rescue!

Easy Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids

Fall Playdough Mats

We didn’t choose any particular art designs in advance. It was more of a “paint and see what happens” open-ended art activity.

Simple Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids to Make

All that was left to do was string the leaves on our yarn!

Painted Fall Leaf Garland Craft for Kids

When we made a fall leaf garland a few years ago, we found lots of different colored leaves.

Those were gorgeous as is, so we just hole punched them all and let the kids get started stringing the leaves on a long piece of yarn.

Making a Fall Leaf Garland

Everyone had a designated pile to work with and they took turns adding their leaves to the garland.

Threading a Fall Leaf Garland

This was such a nice afternoon activity. Threading the leaves was good fine motor practice for the kids.

Easy Painted Fall Leaf Garland Craft

We all had fun choosing leaves together. And it was nice to see something we made together hanging in the home all autumn long.

Simple Fall Leaf Garland

Want more fall activities? Check out these posts!

This easy oak tree life cycle activity is such a fun way to teach kids about how trees grow during fall! Take it with you on a nature walk or use at fall centers!

Use simple supplies to make this easy fall color matching activity for preschoolers! Perfect for fall preschool lessons!

Use this fun fall leaves preschool concentration game to help little learners practice number skills and counting!

Plus, get more awesome fall inspiration on my Fall Activities for Kids Pinterest board!

This easy fall leaf garland craft is a perfect autumn art project for kids! Gather fall leaves from the neighborhood and make this simple garland to hang in the home or classroom!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: crafts for kids, fall, fall crafts, fall leaf activities, leaf crafts

Over 75 Adorable Apple Crafts for Kids

August 15, 2019 by Selena Robinson 1 Comment

Get into the fall spirit with these absolutely adorable apple crafts for kids to make!
50 Apple Crafts for Kids to Make
These adorable apple crafts for kids are perfect for welcoming fall!
Make the most of fall with these fun apple crafts for kids! There are over 75 easy apple crafts to choose from!

Nothing says “fall” like apples. We don’t really start to see apples on trees around here until late August, but I wanted to start planning some of our fall crafts as early as possible this year.

And that’s why I’ve rounded up over 75 adorable and easy apple crafts for kids to make!

Apples are associated with fall, but they’re also associated with back to school time, so these are perfect for fall crafting or even late summer crafting (if you’re really psyched about apple season).

Over 75 Fun and Easy Apple Crafts for Kids

Fall is easily my favorite season of the year. And we try to make it as educational as we can each school year.

If you want to add even more fall learning fun with your kids, don’t miss our Apple Alike! Same or Different Worksheets or our Apple Life Cycle Sequencing Activity!

This list of fun and easy apple crafts for kids is perfect for fall art projects, fall crafts, and apple units for little ones!

Over 75 Fun and Easy Apple Crafts for Kids

1. Coffee Filter Apple Craft – Look! We’re Learning!

2. Paper Plate Apple Craft – Midlife Healthy Living

3. Sew an Apple Fall Craft – Mommy Evolution

4. Tissue Paper Plate Apple Craft – Jinxy Kids

5. Apple Craft with Pool Noodles – Gluesticks and Gum Drops

6. Marble Painting Apple Craft – The Crafting Chicks

7. Bubble Wrap Painting Apple Craft – Typically Simple

8. Back to School Button Craft – Laura’s Crafty Life

9. Pony Bead Apple Craft for Kids – It Happens in a Blink

10. Paper Apple Weaving Craft – Arty Crafty Kids

11. Apple Tree Kids Craft – A Night Owl Blog

12. Tissue Paper Apple Craft – Messes to Memories

13. Easy Paper Apple Craft – Sweet Silly Sara

14. Apple Footprint Craft – Raising Little Superheroes

15. Yarn Apple Garland Craft – Red Ted Art

16. Felt Apple Craft – Easy Peasy and Fun

17. Yarn Apple Craft for Kids – About a Mom

18. Apple Tree Circle Punch Craft – Easy Peasy and Fun

19. Paper Cup Apple Shaker – Crafts on Sea

20. Apple Birdseed Bird Feeders – Natural Beach Living

21. Pom Pom Apple Tree Craft – Crafts on Sea

22. Apple Suncatchers – Crafty Mama in Me

23. Paper Plate Apple Craft – It Happens in a Blink

24. Tissue Paper Apple Tree Craft – Fantastic Fun and Learning

25. Puffy Paint Caramel Apple Craft – I Heart Arts and Crafts

Fall Playdough Mats

Pages: 1 2 3

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: apple craft, crafts, crafts for kids

Easy Shape School Bus Craft for Kids

July 23, 2019 by Selena Robinson 1 Comment

This fun and easy paper school bus craft is a great way to get kids excited about back to school! Make it with your little ones this year!

I know it’s still technically summer, but school in our area starts next week, so we’re fully in the back to school spirit around here.

And that means school shopping, open house events, and weeknight meal planning – all of which I’ve been frantically doing for the last couple of days.

Our kids are pretty excited about school this year (so far), but if you have little ones who are…less than enthusiastic about going back to school, a fun way to get them in the mood is to make a cute back to school craft.

Which is where this easy shape school bus craft for kids might come in handy!

Fun and Easy School Bus Craft for Kids

This is such a simple way to start getting kids to think about school and learning for the new school year!

Read on to see how to make this for yourself. And for more fun with kids’ crafts, take a look at our easy Ladybug Paper Craft!

Get ready for back to school with this super cute paper school bus craft for kids! So easy to make, even for little ones!

Easy Shape School Bus Craft for Kids

To make this easy shape school bus craft for kids, you’ll need the following: (This post contains affiliate links. For details, see our Disclosure Policy.)

  • A copy of our printable school bus craft template
  • Printer (with ink)
  • Printer Paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Ballpoint pen

Making a Paper School Bus Craft

To start, print out the school bus craft template. Since the template already has colored shapes, you can just print and get started without having kids color it in.

Use scissors to cut out all of the shapes on the template. (If your child is cutting the shapes out, be sure to use child-safe scissors.)

Making a Paper School Bus Craft With Kids

To make the school bus, begin adding the blue squares and rectangles to the yellow rectangle.

Simple Paper School Bus Craft

Glue them down. Place the blue rectangular piece second in line to serve as the “door” of the bus.

Simple Paper School Bus Craft to Make With Kids

Next, glue the gray small circles onto the center of the larger black circles. These are the bus’s “tires”. Glue those on the bottom edge of the yellow rectangle.

Simple Paper School Bus Craft for Kids

Add the half circle and triangle shapes to each end of the bus as the vehicle’s lights. Glue those in place.

Easy Paper School Bus Craft for Kids

Finally, use an ink pen to trace the outline of each window and door and you’re done!

Simple School Bus Craft

The blue bus would make a great craft for a transportation unit, because you could talk about public buses and how they serve the community.

Fun School Bus Craft for Kids

And, since all of the bus template pieces are basic shapes, this would be a wonderful craft for a shapes lesson too!

Don’t miss these other easy kids’ crafts!

Share an easy summer craft with the kids and make this easy paper ladybug craft! So fun for little hands!

This simple coffee filter jellyfish craft is a perfect easy summer craft for kids! Make a few with your little ones this summer!

Make this easy paper roll rocket craft with the kids this summer! So fun for a long summer afternoon of crafting!

Be sure to follow my Simple Crafts for Kids board on Pinterest!

This simple paper school bus craft is such a fun back to school craft for kids! All you need is a few supplies and a few minutes to make it!

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: back to school, crafts, crafts for kids

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • Next Page »
Hi! I'm Selena, a veteran teacher and homeschool mom to four. I'm so glad you're here!
About Me Contact Terms of Use Privacy Policy Places I Share
Facebook Pinterest Instagram
Homeschool Printables Unit Studies Shop the Store
Copyright ©2025, Look! We're Learning!. All Rights Reserved. Design by Pixel Me Designs