Arts & Crafts Activities for Kids: Project Ideas

Paintbrushes with paint and painting Discover dozens of creative arts and crafts ideas you can with your kids, including homemade gifts, holiday ornaments, home decorations, and more. You'll find arts and crafts projects using paint, paper, clay, natural objects, and other materials. For more activities, visit our activities center.

Crafting Basics

Here's everything you need to know to help your child enjoy arts and crafts -- from what materials you need, to how to display your child's finished work.

Drawing Crafts

Drawing doesn't require a lot of preparation or materials. Here are some ideas that your kids can do anywhere and anytime!

Painting and Printmaking Projects

Your child can create many different paintings and prints with these unique craft projects.

Paper and Fabric Arts

There are many uses for paper and fabric -- from origami to sewing and sculpture. You're sure to find a great idea here.

Natural, Recycled, and Found-Object Crafts

Don't throw away empty cereal boxes or ignore that backyard leaf pile -- let your kids use them for arts and crafts projects!

Crafts Using Clay and Plaster

Have your child try her hand at ceramics with these project ideas.

Homemade Gifts

Encourage your kids to turn their crafting hobby into homemade gifts this holiday season. These are great gift ideas for relatives, teachers, and friends.

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