Learning Fun Activities, Ideas, & More

Get ideas, tips, and resources for enjoy learning fun activities with your kids. You’ll find so many cool ways to get your kids excited and engaged as you boost curiosity, creativity, and more.

Mom and preschool daughter wearing pink tutus and dancing in living room to feature these music and movement activities for preschoolers.
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How to Enjoy Music and Movement Activities for Preschoolers

Music and movement activities for preschoolers are magnificent ways to make learning fun while boosting essential skills. If you’ve got a busy little one who’s constantly on the move or you just want to help them focus their energy in positive ways, I think you’re really going to love these ideas. I’m sharing my tips…

Girl in red dress smelling sunflower to feature outdoor preschool activities.
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Outdoor Preschool Activities: How To Enjoy At Home And Beyond

These outdoor preschool activities are amazing ways to take your learning fun outside in all seasons. These simple yet powerful activities don’t just get the wiggles out. These type of outdoor fun can also help your preschooler develop essential skills like coordination, curiosity, early literacy, math, and even emotional regulation—all while enjoying fresh air and…

Preschool girl using wood puzzle for number preschool activities.
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Number Preschool Activities: How To Use For Basic Math Fun

These number preschool activities are fun and easy ways to make math come to life with creativity, play, and more. Whether you’re homeschooling, teaching in a classroom, or simply wanting to boost early math skills at home, these preschool activities featuring numbers are packed with hands-on fun. There are so many ways to introduce and…

Pink felt bunny and fairy tale books to feature fairy tale activities for preschool.
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Fairy Tale Activities For Preschool at Home That You’ll Love

Fairy tale activities for preschool at home can help you bring a bit of magic and lots of fun to your learning adventures. If you’re looking for engaging and relaxed ways to spark your little one’s imagination, fairy tale-themed activities are fantastic choices. These classic stories are full of adventure, important life lessons, and a…

Preschool craft tree made with buttons and free printable and editable fun preschool themes list.
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Fun Preschool Themes: How To Use For Engaging Activities at Home (Free List)

Fun preschool themes are fantastic ways to combine educational and engaging activities that will actually get your preschooler excited about learning. Whether you’re a homeschool mom, a grandparent, or an educator looking to add a spark to your early learning routine, themed weeks are a simple (and super fun!) ways to help your little learner…

Examples from free printable Little Red Riding Hood activities set with pattern path, weekly guide, and story props featuring Little Red Riding Hood, cottage, and wolf dressed as grandma in bed.
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Little Red Riding Hood Activities for Magical Learning Fun (Free)

If you’re looking for a fun and flexible way to introduce early learning concepts at home, you’re going to love this free Little Red Riding Hood activities pack! It’s part of my Preschool Enchantment unit studies program—a relaxed homeschool approach that makes teaching your preschooler feel like a fairy tale come to life. This free…

Free printable homeschool preschool supplies list on clipboard with preschooler in background making stack with playdough.
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Homeschool Preschool Supplies for The Best Activities (Free List)

Your homeschool preschool supplies list doesn’t have to be super long or super expensive. In fact, to keep it relaxed and fun, it’s actually better to keep it simple and frugal. After teaching preschool at home to all five of my boys, I’ve learned that the you really don’t need everything. You just need the…

Child sitting on mom's lap as she reads book and cover of Homeschool Preschool Routine planning set.
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How to Create a Fun & Relaxed Homeschool Preschool Routine

A fun and relaxed homeschool preschool routine can make a tremendous difference in helping your child (and you) better enjoy your learning experiences at home. This approach allows you to spend quality time together, without the pressure or overwhelm. After homeschooling preschool with all five of my active boys, I discovered what actually worked and…

Example of seashell scavenger hunt on sand with child holding shells.
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Seashell Scavenger Hunt for Sensational Fun with Kids (Free)

This free printable seashell scavenger hunt is both a fun and educational activity for all ages. It’s a creative and engaging way to spark curiosity and more. Your kids (and you) will have a blast on your next beach adventure, sandbox activity, or sensory bin experience. Whether you’re digging through the sand or exploring shells…

Example of paper plate mushroom craft made with red torn paper pieces and white paper circles.
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Mushroom Craft: How to Easily Make with Paper Plate

This cute paper plate mushroom craft is a delightful activity that’s fun, frugal, and easy. It’s perfect for a rainy day, a nature-themed activity, or a Letter M lesson. Best of all, it only requires a few simple supplies that you probably already have around the house, making it a budget-friendly project. I’m sharing my…

Four examples of free dragonfly printables including connect the dots, maze, letter Dd, and coloring pages.
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Dragonfly Printables for Kids to Learn and Enjoy (12 Free)

If you’re looking for a fun and educational way to explore the beauty of dragonflies, we’ve got you covered with this FREE dragonfly printables pack! These activities are awesome ways to add a touch of nature to your day. Whether you’re learning about dragonflies, working on the letter “D,” or want screen-free activities for rainy…

Example of paper plate pizza craft with construction paper toppings and red checker paper.
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Paper Plate Pizza Craft: How to Make with Kids (Free Template)

The paper plate pizza craft is a perfectly delightful way to enjoy a frugal and fun project with kids. With just a few simple supplies, your children can create their own deliciously fun pizza projects. Whether you’re celebrating Pizza Day, working on Letter P lessons, teaching fractions (or other math concepts), or simply looking for…

Woman holding examples of free bee printables including life cycle, bee anatomy labeling, fun facts, word search, and word scramble.
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Free Bee Printables: 8 Activities For Fun (with Answer Key)

Looking for a sweet way to add a buzz of excitement to your homeschool, classroom, or learning space? This free bee printables pack is the bee’s knees when it comes to fun and educational activities! Whether you’re diving into a bee unit study or just need a few ways to boost learning fun, these activities…

Example of coffee filter peacock with blue clothespin.
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Coffee Filter Peacock: How to Make This Cute & Colorful Craft

Looking for a fun, frugal, and easy craft to enjoy with your kids? This coffee filter peacock craft is a super cute way to get creative without breaking the bank. Using just a few simple supplies (like coffee filters, markers, and clothespins), you can make a beautiful peacock that’s perfect for bird-themed lessons, Letter P…

Example of paper plate jellyfish craft with blue and purple pipe cleaners and googly eyes.
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Paper Plate Jellyfish: How To Make With Pipe Cleaners

This paper plate jellyfish craft is frugal, fun, and super easy to make. It’s a delightful activity for summer homeschool lessons, ocean-themed activities, or even a fun rainy day project. This craft uses just a few supplies that you probably already have at home. Grab some pipe cleaners, paper plates, paint, and googly eyes and…

Example of gray torn paper shark craft on bleu construction paper waves.
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Paper Shark Craft: How to Make & Enjoy with Kids

This paper shark craft is a fantastic way to help your kids build fine motor skills and have fun. Using torn paper pieces, your children will get to make and customize a cute shark. It’s the perfect project for shark enthusiasts, summer fun, or even a rainy day indoors. Using only a few supplies, this…

Example of toilet paper roll glowing firefly craft.
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Glowing Firefly Craft: How To Make With Toilet Paper Roll

This glowing firefly craft is about to light up your days in the most adorable (and frugal) way! Whether you’re looking forward to summer fun, preparing letter F lessons, or just looking for a cute rainy day activity, this simple project will have your children buzzing with excitement. You only need a few supplies to…

Example of patriotic suncatcher made with blue and red tissue paper, white cardstock, and clear contact paper.
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Patriotic Suncatcher: How to Make & Enjoy This Craft for Kids

Looking for a simple, fun, and budget-friendly craft to celebrate patriotic holidays with your kids? This simple patriotic suncatcher craft is perfect for making homemade decorations for your family and friends. All you need are three basic materials: tissue paper, construction paper, and contact paper. Plus, I added FREE printable templates to make this craft…

Example of pool noodle boat made with paper straw and foam sheet sail in water.
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Pool Noodle Boats: How to Make & Enjoy for STEM Fun

These pool noodle boats make for a fantastic project for summer and beyond. Easy and budget-friendly, you’ll love how you can use just a few supplies to enjoy STEM fun while boosting creativity. My boys and I have had such wonderful experiences making DIY boats out of pool noodles. We’ve used them as part of…

Example of paper plate beach ball craft made with red, yellow, and blue torn construction paper.
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Paper Plate Beach Ball: How to Make with Torn Paper

This paper plate beach ball craft is a brilliant way to have some frugal fun with kids. With just three supplies (paper plates, construction paper, and a glue stick), you can create a colorful beach ball that’s perfect for beach-themed lessons, summer fun, or even a rainy day indoors. This project is also fantastic for…

Examples of lemonade crafts with paper straws and lemons.
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Lemonade Craft: How To Make This Lemon Stamping Project

This lemonade craft featuring lemon stamping is a perfect for a fun and frugal craft to do with your kids. It’s simple, affordable, and full of creative potential. With just a few supplies, you’ll create a cute lemonade glass thats easy to customize. Your children will love this project for summer fun, lemonade-themed activities, or…

Two examples of ice cream cone crafts with colorful paper sprinkles, cotton balls, and cardboard cones.
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Ice Cream Cone Craft: How To Make For Soft & Sweet Fun

This ice cream cone craft is a fun and easy way to enjoy a sweet activity with your kids. It’s perfect for those warm summer days, ice cream-themed lessons, or even rainy afternoons when you want to keep things simple and stress-free. Plus, this craft requires just a few basic supplies like cotton balls and…

Example of simple popsicle stick tent craft on black construction paper with paper campfire.
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Popsicle Stick Tent Craft: How to Make for Camping Fun & More

This popsicle stick tent craft is a fun and frugal activity for outdoor and camping themes. Whether you’re planning a summer adventure, a camping-themed day or week, or just need something fun to do on a rainy afternoon, this simple craft is a win. With just a few basic supplies, your kids can make their…

Example of coffee filter DIY campfire craft with small sticks on grass and moss.
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DIY Campfire Craft: How to Make with Coffee Filters

This DIY campfire craft is a delightful way to enjoy a camping-inspired project with kids. If your family loves camping or your getting ready for a camping theme for school, summer camp, or library event, this frugal activity is a must-try. It’s also fantastic for rainy day fun. Using only a few supplies (featuring coffee…

Two examples of torn paper fireworks crafts on black construction paper with yellow, orange, red, and blue.
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Fireworks Craft for Kids: How to Make with Torn Paper

This torn paper fireworks craft for kids is such a delightful way to enjoy a frugal activity. With only two supplies, you can create so many different types of fireworks. Whether you’re celebrating the 4th of July, enjoying a summer afternoon, or need a rainy day project, this craft is perfect for sparking creativity without…

Example of tissue paper fiesta flowers in light blue, red, green, orange, and yellow on headband.
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Tissue Paper Fiesta Flowers: How to Make & Ideas for Using

Looking for a budget-friendly craft to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, a fiesta, or just to add some colorful creativity to your day? These tissue paper fiesta flowers are perfect for bringing a burst of color and cheer to any occasion. Plus, these cute flowers are easy to make! Whether you’re a homeschool mom looking for…

Two examples of coffee filter poppy crafts on navy blue paper with white stars.
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Coffee Filter Poppy Craft: How to Make & Ideas for Enjoying

This coffee filter poppy craft is a wonderful way to enjoy a creative activity with kids. It can be used in so many ways and is easy to make. For this project, you only need a few materials (like coffee filters and markers) plus no prep. It also makes for a meaningful project around Memorial…

Example of torn paper American flag with blue, red, and white paper squares.
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Torn Paper American Flag Craft: How To Make (Free Templates)

This torn paper American flag craft for kids is an easy and frugal activity that’s perfect for patriotic fun. If you’re looking for a creative way to celebrate the stars and stripes, this mess-free project is a must-try. With just two supplies (construction paper and a glue stick), your students can make their own decorations…

Example of toilet paper roll Minecraft torch craft with yellow and red tissue paper sitting on wood outside on deck.
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Minecraft Torch Craft: How to Make This Fun & Frugal Project

This Minecraft torch craft is a super fun way to enjoy a creative project with this popular theme. Your kids will love making their own torch and using it in a variety of ways. Using just a few simple supplies (toilet paper rolls, tissue paper, and marker), you can create your very own Minecraft-inspired torches…

Example of paper bag Minecraft Creeper craft.
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Minecraft Creeper Craft: How to Make with a Paper Bag

Looking for a budget-friendly way to enjoy Minecraft themes with your kids? This Minecraft Creeper Craft is a fantastic idea for boosting homeschool fun or using for a Minecraft-themed party. With just a few basic supplies (paper bag, paint, and markers), your kids can make their very own Creeper that’s also fun to play with…

Example of build a droid activity tray for kids featuring R2-D2.
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Build a Droid Activity: How to Make & Ideas to Enjoy (Free)

This Build a Droid Activity is a stellar way to boost creativity and have Star Wars-inspired fun with kids. Whether it’s for a Star Wars-themed party, rainy day fun, or celebrating May the 4th Be With You, this Build a Droid Activity is perfect for Star Wars fans of all age. Using simple craft supplies…

Example of Chewbacca paper bag puppet craft.
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Chewbacca Paper Bag Puppet: How To Make & Enjoy (Free Template)

This super cute Chewbacca paper bag puppet is the perfect craft for Star Wars fans and young learners! Whether you’re preparing for a Star Wars-themed party, celebrating Star Wars Day on May the 4th, or just looking for a rainy day activity to keep the kids entertained, this budget-friendly craft has you covered. With just…

Examples of button flowers with pipe cleaners in glass vase.
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Button Flower Craft: How to Make with Pipe Cleaners

This simple button flower craft is a fantastic frugal project that creates a colorful bouquet. With just two supplies (pipe cleaners and buttons), this activity is easy, fun, and mess-free. Whether you’re celebrating spring, Mother’s Day, or just need a rainy day activity, this kids’ craft is a delightful way to spend your time and…

Earth Day handprint craft made with construction paper in blue, green, yellow, and with red heart.
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Earth Day Handprint Craft: How to Make & Enjoy [Free Template]

Looking for a simple, frugal, and fun craft to celebrate Earth Day with your kids? This Earth Day handprint craft is the perfect project! It’s easy to create, budget-friendly, and the best part – it’s mess-free with our free printable templates! Whether you’re looking for a rainy day activity or a creative way to tie…

Paper plate moon craft in black and yellow with glow-in-the-dark star stickers.
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Paper Plate Moon Craft: How to Make for Stellar Fun

Enjoy a frugal and fun activity with your kids using this paper plate moon craft. It’s a simple, hands-on way to work on both a creative and educational project. This easy paper plate moon craft uses only a few supplies. It’s easy to set up and excellent for exploring moon themes, the solar system, moon…

Three examples of DIY beaded pipe cleaner flowers in purple, blue, and pink.
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Beaded Pipe Cleaner Flowers: How to Make & Ideas for Enjoying

Looking for a creative and frugal craft project to do with your kids? You’ll love making your own beaded pipe cleaner flowers! This simple craft uses just two supplies (pipe cleaners and beads) so it’s a budget-friendly activity. It’s brilliant for any season, especially for flower themes, springtime, Mother’s Day, or those rainy days when…

Two examples of orange traffic cone craft made with toilet paper rolls.
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Traffic Cone Craft: How to Make for Terrific Fun

Do you need a fun and budget-friendly activity for a construction or transportation theme? This toilet paper roll traffic cone craft is terrific and easy to make. It’s simple, inexpensive, and requires only a few supplies you probably have in your home or classroom. This DIY traffic cone can be used for transportation themes, planning…

Example of fun dinosaur egg craft on clothespin with pink foam sheet with dinosaur stickers.
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Dinosaur Egg Craft: How to Make for Creative Play & More

Are you looking for a fun and frugal way to enjoy a dinosaur activity with your kids? This dinosaur egg craft is dino-mite for keeping little hands busy while building fine motor skills. It only requires a few simple supplies (clothespins and paper) so kids can create their very own dinosaur eggs in a creative,…

Example of orange and green easy paper dinosaur craft made with basic shapes like squares, circles, and triangles.
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Paper Dinosaur Craft: How To Make with Basic Shapes

If you’re looking for a simple and frugal craft to enjoy with your kids, this paper dinosaur craft is a fantastic pick! With just a few basic supplies (construction paper and glue), you can create a colorful and cute dinosaur made out of basic shapes. Whether you’re using it for a dinosaur-themed lesson, party, or…

Example of torn paper traffic light craft with black, red, yellow, and green construction paper.
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Traffic Light Craft For Kids: How To Make With Torn Paper

This torn paper traffic light craft is a frugal and creative activity that’s educational and fun. If you’re looking for a simple and affordable craft to keep the kids entertained while workin on fine motor skills, this project is an easy pick. All you need are a few basic supplies (construction paper and glue) to…

Example of torn paper rainbow craft with cotton balls on light blue paper.
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Torn Paper Rainbow Craft For Kids To Enjoy (Free Templates)

Looking for a budget-friendly and easy craft that will brighten your day? This torn paper rainbow craft is an awesome choice! Using just a few supplies (construction paper, glue, and cotton balls), your kids can create a colorful masterpiece. This project is delightful for teaching about rainbows and weather. You can use it to celebrate…

Example of galaxy craft for kids made with coffee filters and markers on black construction paper.
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Galaxy Craft for Kids: How to Make With Coffee Filters

Looking for a budget-friendly craft that will inspire creativity and look super cool? This galaxy craft for kids using coffee filters is perfect! With only a few simple supplies (like coffee filters and markers), it makes for a fantastic activity to boost space-themed lessons, solar system studies, or rainy day fun. Plus, your children can…

Woman holding ice cream addition activities scoop with examples with scoops and cones.
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Ice Cream Addition Activities: How to Use for Math Fun (Free)

Looking for a sweet way to help your kids practice their addition facts? This free printable Ice Cream Addition Activities set is fun way to do it! With ice cream cones featuring numbers from 1 to 10 for sums and ice cream scoops with addition problems (addends), this cool hands-on activity makes learning math a…

Four examples of toilet paper roll tulips in orange, red, yellow, and pink.
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Toilet Paper Roll Tulips: How to Make These Colorful Crafts

Spring is the perfect time to get creative with crafts and these toilet paper roll tulips are just the thing to brighten up your home and classroom. Not only are they budget-friendly (hello, toilet paper rolls!), but these tulips also fun and easy ways to get kids involved in making something special. Whether you’re looking…

Example of toilet paper roll flower stamps for easy painting activity for kids.
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Toilet Paper Roll Stamp Flowers For Easy Painting With Kids

Spring is in the air and what better way to celebrate the season than with a budget-friendly craft that the kids will love? These Toilet Paper Roll Stamp Flowers are a perfect way to spark creativity while keeping things simple and affordable. With just a few basic supplies (paint, toilet paper rolls, and scissor), your…

Colorful and easy coffee filter flowers with green pipe cleaner stems in glass jar.
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Easy Coffee Filter Flowers: How To Make With Your Kids

These easy coffee filter flowers for kids are excellent ways to enjoy creative and frugal crafts. If you need a simple and budget-friendly project that your children can make for DIY gifts and more, you’ll love these colorful paper flowers. All you need are three simple supplies (coffee filters, markers, and pipe cleaners) and you’re…

Example of torn paper flowers craft with light blue, yellow, and green on pink paper.
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Torn Paper Flowers: How To Make & Enjoy With Kids

This torn paper flowers craft is an incredible project that’s simple, frugal, and fun for kids of all ages. You only need two supplies (paper and glue) so it’s easy to set up and get started with enjoying creative time with your kids. Whether you’re celebrating Mother’s Day, looking to add a touch of seasonal…

Child using green paint brush with muffin tin tray of DIY sidewalk chalk paints.
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DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint: How to Easily Make & Enjoy

Are you looking for a budget-friendly way to bring some colorful creativity to your outdoor playtime? This DIY sidewalk chalk paint recipe is not only easy to make but also super affordable. It’s a fantastic choice for any who wants to add a splash of fun to outside activities for kids. With just a few…

Example of coffee filter sunflower craft on green popsicle stick with sunflower seeds in center.
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Coffee Filter Sunflower Craft: How to Make for Frugal Fun with Kids

This coffee filter sunflower craft is a fun and budget-friendly way to brighten your day. With just a few simple supplies, your children can make paper sunflowers that are delightful for decorating your home, classroom, or even giving to friends and family. Plus, it’s a frugal project that can be done any time of year,…

Example of red coffee filter ladybug craft with black paper legs and head on green construction paper.
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Coffee Filter Ladybug Craft for Kids: How to Make & Enjoy

This easy coffee filter ladybug craft for kids is a fun and frugal activity for spring, summer, and more. With just a few simple supplies, you’ll be able to make a lovely ladybug that can brighten up a rainy day or help you celebrate the season. Plus, you can tweak this project to enjoy it…

Example of blue and green coffee filter Earth craft on black paper.
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Coffee Filter Earth Craft: How to Make & Ideas to Enjoy

This coffee filter Earth craft is an easy and frugal way to boost learning fun for kids. This creative project is perfect for Earth Day or anytime you’d like to celebrate our planet. It uses only coffee filters, markers, and a bit of water. Oh, and you can enjoy this activity for rainy day fun,…

Four examples of easy Easter chick craft for kids made with yellow cupcake liners.
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Easter Chick Craft: How to Easily Make with Cupcake Liners

This Easter chick craft for kids is a frugal and fun activity for celebrating the holiday and more. If you’re looking for a simple and mess-free way to enjoy a creative project, you’ve got to try this cupcake liner chick craft. It’s a fantastic addition to your ideas for Easter activities, spring, rainy day fun,…

Examples of tie-dye Easter eggs in basket with straw.
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Tie-Dye Easter Eggs: How to Make with Coffee Filters

Make tie-dye Easter eggs with your kids and enjoy a frugal and fun DIY activity! If you’re looking for an easy and budget-friendly way to celebrate with your kids, this tie-dye Easter egg project is egg-cellent. Using simple supplies (coffee filters and markers), you’ll be able to create colorful, one-of-a-kind Easter eggs. It’s a super…

Basket with straw with Easter egg painted rocks.
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Easter Egg Painted Rocks: How To Easily Make With Kids

Looking for a fun and frugal Easter craft that will keep the kids busy and spark their creativity? These Easter egg painted rocks are an egg-cellent idea! With just a few basic supplies, your kids can create unique Easter eggs that can be used for decorations, in gardens, or as part of imaginative play. Whether…

Activity tray with egg foam sheets, pipe cleaners, pom poms, beads, and other decorations.
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Design An Easter Egg Activity For Frugal & Easy Holiday Fun

This design an Easter egg activity is a simple and creative way to help your kids enjoy a hands-on holiday project. It’s perfect for children to have fun while practicing fine motor skills. And they’ll be making Easter eggs that have a variety of textures, colors, and patterns. With just a few basic supplies and…

Example of toilet paper roll Easter craft for kids that makes a DIY egg garland.
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Toilet Paper Roll Easter Craft for an Easy Egg Garland

Looking for a fun and frugal Easter activity for the kids? This adorable toilet paper roll Easter craft is the perfect spring project! Using just a few simple supplies, your children can create a colorful, festive decoration that will brighten up any space. It’s a budget-friendly craft that also encourages creativity. Whether you’re homeschooling, spending…

Example of torn paper Easter egg craft for kids on yellow paper.
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Torn Paper Easter Egg Craft And How To Enjoy (Free Templates)

Looking for a fun and easy Easter craft that kids will love? This torn paper Easter egg craft is just what you need! With only two supplies, it’s a frugal and colorful decoration that’s perfect for holiday fun, homeschooling, or even a classroom project. It’s a great way to celebrate Easter while letting kids get…

Example of colorful coffee filter wreath craft for kids made with paper plate, pom poms, and ribbon.
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Coffee Filter Wreath: How To Make For Spring And More

This coffee filter wreath craft for kids features colorful flowers and can be used in so many different ways. This simple project requires only a few basic supplies and is budget-friendly. This example has lovely spring colors. But, a wonderful thing about this DIY craft is that you can tweak it for any time of…

Two examples of coffee filter butterfly crafts made with yellow pipe cleaner and clothespin.
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Coffee Filter Butterfly Craft: How To Make This Beautiful Project

This easy coffee filter butterfly craft is a colorful way to enjoy a frugal and fun spring activity with kids. This project is delightful for homeschool, classroom, or family use. With only a few supplies, your children can make their very own butterfly. It’s a lovely way to add beauty to any room! Whether you’re…

Example of paper plate umbrella craft in red, orange, yellow, green, and blue paper squares.
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Paper Plate Umbrella Craft: How to Easily Make & Enjoy

This easy paper plate umbrella craft for kids is perfect for a colorful hands-on project. This simple and delightful activity is awesome for keeping kids entertained on a rainy day or for adding a splash of color to your spring decor. With just two supplies, your students will build important fine motor skills by tearing…

Kite suncatcher craft for kids featuring black diamond frame with red, yellow, and blue tissue paper squares with red paper string and yellow bows.
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Kite Suncatcher Craft: How to Make This Colorful Project

This kite suncatcher craft is a simple way to celebrate spring and more with your kids. With only three supplies, your children will have so much fun making a colorful suncatcher that catches the sunlight and adds a pop of fun to your windows. It’s also a fantastic project for providing your students with ways…

Example of shamrock craft for making a wand out of foam sheets, rainbow ribbon, and wood dowel.
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Shamrock Craft: How to Make This Fun Wand for Kids

This shamrock craft for kids is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day and creative play. Boost your holiday celebration and play time with this DIY shamrock wand. It’s simple, cute, and super fun to make. Using only a few supplies, this wand project is fantastic for your party, library event, fun at home, and more. Plus,…

Two examples of coffee filter rainbow crafts with markers.
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Coffee Filter Rainbow Craft: How to Make for Colorful Fun

This coffee filter rainbow craft for kids is a creative and frugal way to enjoy an activity full of color. This easy project requires just two supplies but results in a vibrant decoration that’s perfect for brightening up your space. It’s delightful for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day (just add a pot of gold at the…

Three coffee filter shamrock crafts with different shades of green.
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Coffee Filter Shamrock Craft: How to Make & 4 Fun Ideas

This coffee filter shamrock craft is a simple and colorful way to brighten up your St. Patrick’s Day celebration. With only two supplies, you can create a fun and festive decoration for your home or classroom. It’s a perfect activity for kids of all ages that’s great for homeschooling, spending quality time with your little…

Example of cute and frugal rainbow paper chain craft with pot of gold.
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Rainbow Paper Chain: How To Make With Pot Of Gold

This rainbow paper chain craft (with pot of gold) is an easy way to enjoy a fun activity with kids. This simple, fun, and festive craft is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. You can use it for a cool and colorful decoration for your party or just because. With just two supplies—construction paper and glue—this…

Example of Pi Day craft made with a paper plate and yellow, blue, and green circles of paper for a colorful suncatcher.
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Pi Day Craft: How To Make This Cute Suncatcher

This Pi Day craft is a frugal and creative activity for this special fun day. Make a paper plate suncatcher that you can use for math, art, and more! Pi Day (March 14) is a perfect opportunity for celebrating how fun math can be. This simple craft is perfect for homeschooling families, teachers, and grandparents…

Example of paper plate Mardi Gras mask craft with yellow, purple, and green feathers and sequins.
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Mardi Gras Mask Craft: How to Make for Frugal Fun with Kids

This Mardi Gras mask craft for kids is a fun and easy way to celebrate this holiday. Mardi Gras is a time for celebration, color, and creativity. It’s a festive event that’s perfect for sparking your kids’ imaginations! This fun DIY Mardi Gras mask can be made with just a few simple supplies. Your children…

Example of red and yellow paper plate and torn paper Chinese New Year lantern craft.
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Chinese New Year Lantern Craft: How to Make with Paper Plate

This Chinese New Year lantern craft is perfect for colorful DIY fun with kids. It’s a simple way to boost your celebration and fantastic for building fine motor skills. This easy and colorful paper plate and torn paper craft is perfect for students – from preschoolers to elementary students. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to…

Young boy blowing through toilet paper roll dragon craft with tissue paper for a fire breathing effect.
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Toilet Paper Roll Dragon Craft: How To Make & 5 Ways To Enjoy

Looking for a fun and frugal craft to celebrate Chinese New Year with your kids? This toilet paper roll dragon craft is the perfect way to bring the spirit of the holiday to life! Using simple materials and a bit of creativity, your child can create their very own dragon that breathes fire—a symbol of…

Example of popsicle stick log cabin craft on blue construction paper.
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Log Cabin Craft for Kids: How to Make & 5 Fun Ways to Use

Looking for a fun, easy, and educational craft to do with the kids this President’s Day (and beyond)? This log cabin craft is perfect for bringing history to life! Made with just three simple supplies (popsicle sticks, glue, and marker), your students can create a mini-log cabin. This craft is not only a great way…

Example of simple Abraham Lincoln paper plate craft for kids to make a fun mask.
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Abraham Lincoln Paper Plate Craft: How To Make For Fun Mask

Looking for a simple and fun way to bring history to life for your kids? This Abraham Lincoln paper plate craft is perfect for creative history fun and more. With just three supplies, your students can make a mask representing the 16th President of the United States – complete with his famous top hat and…

Example of cute penguin popsicle stick craft for kids with googly eyes and construction paper.
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Penguin Popsicle Stick Craft: How To Easily Make & Enjoy

Bring a touch of fun to your winter activities with this penguin popsicle stick craft! Looking for a fun and easy winter craft that will keep your kids entertained and spark their creativity? This penguin craft using popsicle sticks is the perfect project. Whether you’re exploring winter themes, learning about penguins, or just want to…

Example of easy penguin shape craft made with black, white, and orange construction paper.
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Penguin Shape Craft for Kids: How to Make & Enjoy

Looking for a simple, frugal, and cute craft to enjoy with your kids this winter? This penguin shape craft is just what you need! Using a variety of basic shapes, This penguin craft is perfect for cold-weather fun. You can also simply tweak it for Valentine’s Day or Letter of the Week “Pp” activity. This…

Example of easy Groundhog Day craft puppet using construction paper and green popsicle stick.
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Easy Groundhog Day Craft: How To Make This Stick Puppet

Looking for a fun, frugal way to celebrate Groundhog Day with your kids? This easy Groundhog Day craft is the perfect solution! Made with just a few simple supplies (popsicle sticks and construction paper), it’s a delightful DIY activity that’s also great for rainy day fun, brain breaks, or screen-free play. I’m sharing my tips…

Example of cute groundhog puppet craft made with toilet paper rolls and popsicle stick.
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Groundhog Puppet: How To Make This Toilet Paper Roll Craft

This adorable toilet paper roll groundhog puppet is the creative way to celebrate this fun day with kids. Using just a few simple supplies, your kids can create their own cute groundhog to enjoy hands-on play, rainy day fun, or screen-free activity. I love how this craft project allows you to recycle toilet paper rolls…

Child holding red heart-shaped toilet paper roll binoculars.
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How to Make Heart-Shaped Toilet Paper Roll Binoculars

Looking for a fun, frugal craft that’s fantastic for boosting imagination and creativity? These heart-shaped toilet paper roll binoculars are the perfect project! Your children will have a blast making and enjoying these cute binoculars. This DIY project for kids is awesome for celebrating Valentine’s Day, a rainy day activity, or having screen-free fun. With…

Thumbprint Heart Craft: How To Make This Cute Clay Pot
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Thumbprint Heart Craft: How To Make This Cute Clay Pot

Searching for an affordable craft that your kids can make with just two supplies? This thumbprint heart craft is as easy as it is adorable! All you need is a clay pot, paint, and your little one’s thumbs to create a keepsake that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day, DIY gifts, or just because. This frugal project…

Example of felt heart craft for cute puppet in red and pink with white pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and popsicle stick.
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Felt Heart Craft: How To Make These Fun Puppets

Looking for a sweet and simple project your kids will love? This felt heart craft is the perfect way to add a little creativity to your day. Using just a few basic supplies, your kids will love making these adorable DIY puppets that are great for Valentine’s Day, storytime, creative play, or even as homemade…

Example of torn paper Cat in the Hat craft with pieces of red and white paper on light blue paper.
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Cat in the Hat Craft: How to Make with Torn Paper

This Cat in the Hat craft makes Dr. Seuss fun with this classic book easy and enjoyable. With just two supplies (and the free printable templates), your young learners can create their own hats just like The Cat wears. Pair with frugal activity with reading the story, watching the movie, celebrating Dr. Seuss Day, and…

Example of red and white toilet paper roll craft for The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss.
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Cat in the Hat Toilet Paper Roll Craft: How to Make & Enjoy

This Cat in the Hat toilet paper roll craft is a cute and frugal way to enjoy easy Dr. Seuss fun with kids. Using only a few supplies (that you probably have in your home or classroom), your children will be able to make their very one hats (like the one worn by The Cat)….

Example of The Lorax paper plate craft made with fork painting and paper handprints.
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Lorax Paper Plate Craft: How To Make With Kids

This Lorax paper plate craft combines fork painting with cut-out handprints for a super cute final product. With only a few supplies and this simple tutorial, your kids will be able to enjoy a creative activity that can be used for all sorts of fun. My boys and I have used this project as part…

Two examples of The Lorax mustache craft on light blue paper.
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Lorax Mustache Craft: How to Make and Free Template

This Lorax mustache craft is a simple and frugal way to have fun with kids. This project is perfect for making DIY photo props, creative play accessories, and your Lorax party. It’s also a cool activity for celebrating Dr. Seuss Day in a unique way. My boys and I have enjoyed this homemade mustache craft…

Examples of simple fish handprint craft in red and blue on popsicle sticks.
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Fish Handprint Craft: How to Make for Dr. Seuss Fun & More

This fish handprint craft is a super fun and easy activity to enjoy with kids. With only a few supplies, you’ll be able to create cute handprint puppets. It’s such a delightful project that can be used with the classic book by Dr. Seuss (One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish), for letter of…

Example of diversity heart suncatcher craft for kids on window.
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Diversity Craft for Kids: How to Make This Heart Suncatcher

This diversity craft for kids turns a heart suncatcher into a beautiful symbol and conversation starter. It’s a simple and meaningful hands-on activity that encourages children to appreciate the unique colors and qualities that make each of us special. With a few easy steps and materials, your students can create a colorful decoration that celebrates…

Example of white handprint dove craft for kids with Peace.
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Handprint Dove: How to Make This Cute Craft for Kids

This handprint dove craft is an adorable, hands-on activity that helps children learn about the powerful concept of peace. This simple and meaningful craft is perfect for helping you celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Hanukkah, Christmas, or just want to create a moment of kindness and reflection. With only three basic supplies, it’s quick,…

White cardstock snowman on circle tray with dividers of ribbon, pipe cleaners, pom poms, sticks, buttons, and black paper hats.
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Design a Snowman: How to Enjoy This Fun & Frugal Activity

This design a snowman activity is a frugal way to inspire creative activities and have winter fun. With a variety of simple craft materials, your kids will be delighted as they create their own snow person. Using a tray that separates allows your students to easily see all that they have available for hands-on activities….

Child placing blue square of construction paper on black line of torn paper snowflake craft.
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Torn Paper Snowflake Craft: How To Enjoy For Easy Winter Fun

This torn paper snowflake craft is a simple and creative activity for winter fun with your kids. This hands-on activity uses only two materials. It’s an easy way to provide your children with practice of fine motor skills while making a cute decoration. I used with craft with all of my boys over the years…

Example of DIY New Year's Eve glasses craft for kids with blue, silver, and gold pipe cleaners.
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New Year’s Eve Glasses Craft: How To Make & Enjoy

This New Year’s Eve glasses craft is a fun and festive way to enjoy the celebration with kids. With only 2 supplies and easy-to-follow directions, this DIY project is perfect for a frugal activity for New Year’s Eve fun, birthdays, parties, and more. My boys and I have had a blast making all sorts of…

Two examples of popsicle stick noisemaker crafts for kids using gold and silver washi tape, jingle bells, and pipe cleaners.
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Noisemaker Craft for Kids: How To Make With Popsicle Sticks

This noisemaker craft for kids is a super fun and easy way to boost your special celebration. It only uses a few materials and can be customized in so many ways. My boys and I have made these DIY noisemakers for New Year’s Eve fun, birthdays, and other holidays. I’m sharing my tips and creative…

Two snowflake wand crafts in light blue and white in glass jar.
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Snowflake Wand Craft: How to Make & Creative Ideas to Use

This snowflake wand craft makes it easy to boost winter fun with your kids. This simple DIY project uses only a few materials. It can be customized in a variety of ways to give your wand a unique touch. I would have loved to have had this wand for creative play when I was young!…

Example of snowman paper plate craft with snowflake mini-erasers.
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Snowman Paper Plate Craft: How to Make & Enjoy This Activity

This snowman paper plate craft is a super cute way to boost holiday and winter fun with kids. I’ve included a step-by-step tutorial plus creative ideas for customizing this snowman craft. It’s a simple DIY project that only uses a few supplies. I’ve made this craft many times with my boys for having fun with…

Christmas paper plate craft with green felt tree, pom poms, and light.
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Christmas Paper Plate Craft: How To Make This Holiday Luminary

This Christmas paper plate craft is a frugal way to enjoy a festive and fun activity with kids. If you’d like a DIY project that helps you light up your holiday celebration, this customizable craft is perfect. With only a few supplies, your children can create a cute decoration. I’ve done this activity with all…

White tray with pipe cleaners, Christmas foam stickers, sequins, pom poms, and red and green felt sweater shapes.
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Design An Ugly Christmas Sweater: How To Enjoy This Fun Activity

This design an ugly Christmas sweater activity is an amazing way to provide your kids with frugal and creative holiday fun. Using basic craft supplies, your children will have the opportunity to put together their own Christmas sweater. This design process can either be done again and again OR made more permanent with glue. A…

Gingerbread man cut-out with pom poms, pipe cleaners, buttons, and foam stickers on white tray.
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Design A Gingerbread Man Activity: How To Use For Holiday Fun

This design a gingerbread man activity is a delightful way to spark creativity and have holiday fun. Using simple craft materials, your kids will have a blast putting together their own gingerbread person. Separating the supplies into different parts of a tray helps your students see all that they have available for DIY Christmas fun….

Example of popsicle stick gingerbread house with red, white, and green pom poms, foam stickers, and green felt door.
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Popsicle Stick Gingerbread House: How to Make this Holiday Craft

This popsicle stick gingerbread house craft is a great activity for frugal holiday fun with kids. With only a few materials and this step-by-step tutorial, your children will be able to enjoy a creative DIY project that features a gingerbread house. It’s a fantastic way to boost your Christmas celebration, learning, and more. I’m sharing…

Example of easy paper plate ornament craft made with red and green tissue paper and pipe cleaner.
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Paper Plate Ornament Craft: How to Make for Holiday Fun

This paper plate ornament craft is an outstanding way to enjoy creative holiday fun with kids. The steps for this DIY project are simple. Plus, you only need a few supplies for a perfectly adorable final product. I’ve made this craft many times with my boys for Christmas fun as they were growing up. Get…

Example of easy Christmas suncatcher craft that's shaped like a tree on a window.
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Christmas Suncatcher: How to Make This Cute Tree Craft

This Christmas suncatcher is a fun and frugal activity to enjoy with kids. It’s perfect for a DIY holiday project! With just a few supplies and this easy to follow tutorial, your children can make a Christmas tree (or other holiday theme) to decorate your windows, walls, and more. This craft can be used with…

3 examples of easy gingerbread man crafts made with popsicle sticks, paint, ribbons, and sequins.
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Gingerbread Man Craft: How to Easily Make with a Popsicle Stick

This gingerbread man craft is super cute and easy to make with a popsicle stick and a few other materials. If you need a frugal holiday activity that can be used for a decoration or creative play, this DIY project is perfect. It’s easy to customize and doesn’t take long to make. I’m sharing my…