23 Fun And Creative DIY Paper Craft Ideas For Kids

Super Cute Paper Plate Fish

Source: Natural Beach Living

“The rainbow fish shared his scales left and right. And the more he gave away, the more delighted he became”

Have you guys read the Rainbow Fish?! And I mean REALLY read it?

This was one of my favorite childhood books of all time and when I got older and it was time to have kids of my own I read the book again and my goodness I cried!

My kids absolutely love this book, and when I came across this adorable craft I knew it was going to be a favorite

Believe me when I tell you not only is this craft fun, but you’ll be holding onto this for years to come. Learn how to make your very own rainbow fish

DIY Paper Spinner

Source: Make And Takes

AHH! Do you guys remember making these DIY paper spinners?

I know I do because I remember how much time I spent playing with mine after it was made. I would be laying in my bed as a little girl trying to fall asleep spinning away

Once I stumbled upon these and the memories came rushing back

You can’t go wrong with this craft, it is just an all-time classic. I love how you can color it how you want with whatever pattern to fit your liking, so each one can be unique

Easy Groundhog Paper Plate

Source: Simply Today Life

We got bad news from Punxsutawney Phil this year…. as if this winter hasn’t been enough, you’re REALLY predicting even more?

I mean seriously, I don’t think this Michigander is going to make it

My kids actually came up with the idea to “make or color a groundhog for Punxsutawney Phil next year” and when I stumbled on this paper plate groundhog it was too cute and fun to pass up!

Next year we will be prepared in this household to set some good spring vibes going, will you? Join us and learn how to make your own

Surprise Big Mouth Fish Printable

Source: Easy Peasy and Fun

This is the perfect coloring project for your little fish lover on a rainy day. All you have to do is print the picture, have your little one color it in, and you’ll have a surprise big mouth printable!

There isn’t as much craft to this as there is coloring so it’s an easier idea when you’re not exactly in the mood to sit down and help through the whole thing

We all have those days, and a craft like this will save us!

Paper Fan Watermelon

Source: The Kindergarten Connection

This DIY paper fan is one in a “melon!”

Nothing screams summer vibes quite like a watermelon, and this fan is easy and cute

You could use this to give to your little one as you head to the beach, as part of a summer party theme, or as a craft to make before the kids leave school for the summer to set the mood right

Casey came home with one of these after school one day and that weekend we went to the beach. She carried it around in her watermelon dress and looked as if she was right out of an adorable summer magazine!

The Snail and the Whale Movable Paper Plate

Source: Crafts on Sea

If you haven’t had a chance to read “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson I strongly suggest purchasing and doing so ASAP!

The short story book tells the tale of a whale and snail that travel the world together

It’s a big and happening book out there in mommy land right now! If you have read it and love it like my kids and I do, this is the craft for you! It’s made from a paper plate so it’s super easy and fun to do

Your little adventurers will love this!

Paper Plate Cat Craft

Source: I Heart Crafty Things

Crazy cat lady alert! Me, I’m the crazy cat lady…

I know I have two kids that I love to talk about, but I have two “other” children in my life who mean the world to me. If I could, I would have 27…

Now, I understand this is hoarding and I can’t do this, so I settle for two ?

But having kids has taught me that they love cats EVEN more than I do. One of Casey’s first words was meow. I think she may have said it before “dada” but we don’t tell him that ;).

This DIY paper plate cat is easy to make and if you have a little kitty at home of your own you can customize the color to best fit. Both of my cats are grey, so we went with that. This project is fun, and your kids will love it!

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Welcome! I'm Laura, the founder and creative heart of Crazy Laura. After years of honing my skills in crafting, cooking, and decorating, I launched this site to be your trusted resource for creative living. My mission is to provide you with clear, easy-to-follow tutorials and thoughtfully designed printables that empower you to create with confidence.

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