Kids Crafts

It may be many years before your children get behind the wheel, but that does not mean they have to wait to learn the meaning of road signs. This simple project can be entertaining and...

Marshmallows roasting over the crackling fire. . .the sound of the wind ruffling the trees. . .the smell of untouched nature. Give your children a pre-camping lesson and relive the joys of camping...

The next time you take the kids to McDonald's for a Happy Meal, the hamburger chain's signature meal plan for children, save the flimsy cardboard box holding the burger, fries, dessert and...

Make your own cards with construction paper as a family project with children. Use construction-paper cards as a homemade alternative for store bought cards. Customize your construction-paper...

Crayons are one of the great classic toys. Invented in 1903, they have captured children's interest for over a century. Crayons offer imaginative play (children can create any type of drawing on...

As a child or even as an adult, you may have loved to color in color books. But if you were ever teased for "getting out of the lines," you probably wished you could color more neatly. Some people...

Kids love to color. In fact, coloring is an integral part of play for children. So is losing their crayons, it seems. This problem can be avoided by making a handy crayon carrier pouch. The pouch...

Fall is a great time for making family crafts! And here is a fun project using leaves, sandpaper and crayons. When you’re done, you can easily transform the results into a usable placemat for...

What do you do with all those broken crayons? Simple: recycle them into chunky crayons. All you need is your oven and a muffin pan to turn your broken crayons into multicolored chunky crayons....

There are any number of websites that provide templates for you to print pretend money. But what if your children would like to do something a little more imaginative than that? Creating your own...

Harvest decorations made by children just warm the heart. This is always a popular project in our household when the weather starts to turn, and we are looking for a few indoor projects. And you...

Teaching your kids to clean up after their coloring time just got a whole lot easier, and a lot more fun! This crayon carousel not only provides organized storage, it gives you the opportunity...

Engaging in an afternoon of creating western-themed crafts can be a wonderful way to enjoy quality time with your child, whether on a rainy day or just a relaxed day at home. Let imaginations...

Crafts are a tried and true way to keep young children entertained and engaged, perhaps even learning something in the process. Whether you are a parent or preschool teacher, look no further than...

Looking for a way to recycle broken crayons? There has never been a better time for that. Whether you are looking to find a great little project to do with kids or if you are trying to save...

This easy craft is sure to be a favorite among your students and children. Placemats are the perfect crafts to take home and share with families. They make great keepsakes, too. This particular...

Do you have old broken crayons lying around? Do you wonder what you can do with them besides throw them in the garbage. This is a great art project for you and your kids that uses the old broken...

Butterflies are beautiful and often recognized as signs of spring, youth and spiritual growth. Purple is a favorite color of many little girls, and also often symbolizes spirituality and growth....

Every year before school starts I take an inventory of my kids art supplies. I always find broken crayons and dried up markers and glue. Before I go out and buy new crayons I try to clean out the...

Recycle all the old and broken crayons scattered around your house, and make new crayons that your kids are sure to enjoy. You can easily melt crayons in the microwave, swirl them together, and...

Ever broken a crayon and thought, "Crap! Now it's too short to do anything with!" Well you are wrong my friend, there is an quick and easy way to recycle your old crayons! These recycled...

Ever wonder what to do with all those pieces of broken and used crayons? Here is an answer that is for sure to make the kids smile.

It's always fun to do craft projects with little ones and this is one of my favorites.

Some of the most omnipresent things scattered about a child's room are broken crayons. What starts out as a bright box of sharpened coloring tools quickly degrades into bits and pieces of lumpy...

There are many fun and entertaining crafts children can make to celebrate July 4th. These crafts can be made with adult assistance at preschool, summer camp, and even at home. Enjoy the Fourth...

Learn how to take the old broken crayons that your kids won't use and make COOL new ones that they will! This craft will save you money, is good for the environment, and is just plain FUN. Bigger...

Many people with kids find that they have boxes of broken pieces of crayons. It's easy to buy a new box of crayons when the old get worn down, but it seems wasteful to just throw the others away....

Teach your kids about recycling, drawing and reading with these easy-to-make bookmarks. This is a great craft to make with kids of all ages.

Crayon T-shirts are fun to make and a great way to express creativity. They make a great craft at a children's birthday party, and they can be fun to make and wear for a special day such as a...

Mecha cartoons and live action programming - shows that involve giant robots - are among some of the most popular shows that children watch today. A fun project for Halloween or just a lazy day at...

Parents have increasingly sought ways to make non-toxic crayons at home since hearing stories of lead and asbestos in commercial crayons. Beeswax is an inexpensive, safe material out of which...

Do you have lots of old, broken crayons laying around the house? Your kids won't play with them because they are not appealing to them any more? Don't let those crayons go to waste. This is a...

Looking for a rainy-day craft project for your kids? Let your kids create works of art that are each uniquely different every time. Using crayons and black poster paint, rubaway collages will keep...

Spinning tops have been around for hundreds of years, but their simplistic construction and ease-of-use are timeless fun for adults and kids alike. This toy that can be made several different ways...

Paper cars are a great way to keep kids entertained and active on a rainy day. Pull out the crayons and scissors and watch the fun come alive in your kids. The best part about paper cars is, once...

Crayon stained glass cutouts are a craft that can be adapted to any holiday, depending on the colors and shapes you use. This activity is particularly appropriate for children, as it is hands on...

Have a lot of broken crayons or crayons too short to color with? Don't throw them out! Reuse them to make crayon cookies.

Masks are a way for children to create pretend faces for play and imagination. Whether they make an animal or a completely made up creation, kids love to make masks. Provide children with an...

Crayons can be expensive. Every time the kids break them they want new ones. What to do with the old broken crayons? How about make new crayons. Making crayons is a very quick, easy, fun, and...

There are so many hi-tech computer-oriented art projects out on the market today that we sometimes forget about plain old paper and crayons. Here's an easy art project that kids (and adults) of...

Kids love crayons, and they'll have a great time helping you with this fun, quick, easy and very inexpensive project. You can bet that these crayons won't end up in the bottom of the toy box. You...

Make some easy, and cute Valentines day crafts with your kids that wont hurt you pocket book. You may even have some of these supply's on hand so you don't have to spend any money.

Sun catchers are objects that are usually hung or placed in windows to catch light and reflect it around a room. These can be made from stained glass, melted crayons or painted plastic. Making a...

Children use, on average, more than 700 crayons by the time they turn 10. Crayons are also used by amateur and professional artists in the form of Conté crayons and pastels, but the wax...

Your child wants to make Valentine's cards for school. You need it not to take hours and involve the majority of the work fall on you. This is an easy card to do and turns out really nice.

Kids love to play and learn and use their imaginations. Here are a few fun kids activities you can do to keep them entertained and help develop their little minds.

Some of the most omnipresent things scattered about a child’s room are broken crayons. What starts out as a bright box of sharpened coloring tools quickly degrades into bits and pieces of lumpy...

If you need a fun and unique craft project for kids or for yourself melted crayon art is a great activity!!! This activity is a great way to use those old broken crayons that you have around the...

Valentine's crafts are a lot of fun to make. They are perfect to create with children because they are simple, and children will get to participate a lot in the process. Celebrate Valentine's...

Looking for a quick and unique fall craft project for your family? Try this simple idea using leaves.