Summer is the perfect time to let preschoolers explore their creativity with some fun crafts. Here are 16 delightful ideas that will keep those little hands busy and happy!
1. Sunny Paper Plate Faces
Create cheerful suns using yellow paper plates and construction paper rays. Adding googly eyes and a big smile gives each sun a unique personality!
2. Watermelon Fans
Paint paper plates to resemble watermelon slices and attach a craft stick. These fans are as delightful as they are functional!
3. Sunflower Seed Craft
Create sunflowers using paper plates and real sunflower seeds for the center. It’s a tactile craft that also teaches about nature.
4. Handprint Fish
Trace little hands on colored paper and turn them into fish with googly eyes and scales. A fun way to dive into the ocean without leaving home.
5. Butterfly Coffee Filters
Color coffee filters with markers, spray with water, and watch the colors blend. Once dry, twist the center with a pipe cleaner for wings.
6. Jellyfish Streamers
Use paper plates and streamers to craft adorable jellyfish. Hang them up to sway and twirl like they’re swimming through the air.
7. Upcycled Crayon Boats
Melt old crayons into molds to create colorful, floatable boats. Perfect for a bathtub regatta or a kiddie pool race.
8. Rainbow Wind Catchers
Cut out strips of colorful paper to hang from a paper plate. Watch them dance in the breeze, adding a splash of color to your outdoor space.
9. Beach Scene Collage
Use sandpaper, blue paper, and various beach-themed items to create a textured beach scene. A mini vacation in craft form!
10. Seashell Painting Extravaganza
Collect seashells and let the kids paint them in bright colors. Display them in a jar or on the windowsill for a touch of the beach at home.
11. Fruit-Themed Paper Fans
Create fans that look like slices of watermelon or oranges. Perfect for keeping cool on hot summer days!
12. DIY Binoculars
Use cardboard tubes to make binoculars, perfect for backyard adventures. Add some paint or stickers for extra flair.
13. Popsicle Stick Sailboats
Glue popsicle sticks into a simple boat shape and add a paper sail. These little boats are perfect for floating in a kiddie pool or bath!