Spring is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to bring a splash of color and creativity to our little ones’ craft time. Here are 18 delightful spring craft ideas that will keep kindergarteners entertained and inspired.
Doily Sheep
With just a doily and some cotton balls, kids can make their very own fluffy sheep. It’s an adorable way to bring a bit of the farm into your crafting.
Sunflower Paper Plates
Brighten up the room with sunflower paper plates. Let the kids paint the plates and add a paper stem to create a sunny scene, making it a perfect spring art project for kindergarten.
Rain Cloud Mobiles
Create a whimsical rain cloud mobile using cotton balls and string. Hang them up and let them drift, bringing a dreamy scene to any room. This simple project is one of many fun kindergarten craft ideas that young makers will love.
Cress Heads
Welcome spring growth by creating cress heads. Decorate a jar with a funny face, plant some seeds, and watch as a green ‘hairstyle’ begins to sprout.
Bottle Cap Stamped Flowers
Repurpose bottle caps into stamps for making bright flowers. A little paint goes a long way in bringing these blossoms to life, and it’s a great way to recycle. This simple project is one of our favorite spring art ideas for kindergarten.
Beaded Butterflies
String beads onto pipe cleaners to craft glimmering butterflies. This activity is a wonderful way to practice hand-eye coordination and creativity.
Handprint Lilies
Capture the essence of spring with handprint lilies. Simply trace and cut out handprints to form the petals, and let the kids assemble their very own bouquet.
Butterfly Coffee Filters
Coffee filters and watercolors create the most delicate butterflies. Watching the colors blend is half the fun, and it’s a great way to introduce little ones to color mixing. This project is just one of many fun coffee filter crafts you can try at home.
Fingerprint Cherry Blossoms
Use fingerprints to create a beautiful cherry blossom tree. It’s a simple yet stunning way to make a piece of art that celebrates the beauty of spring. This is just one of many great spring art ideas for teachers to try in the classroom.
Spring Suncatchers
Celebrate spring sunshine with dazzling suncatchers. Use colored tissue paper and contact paper to craft a window display that catches the light just right. If you have leftover supplies, they are perfect for assembling beautiful gift baskets with tissue paper.
Leaf Art Butterflies
A nature walk can yield treasures for leaf art butterflies. Glue leaves to paper to form butterfly wings and let your little ones’ imaginations take flight. For another fun indoor craft, try making some creative paper butterflies.
Yarn Wrapped Butterflies
With some yarn and cardboard, kids can make enchanting yarn butterflies. It’s a fun way to work those fine motor skills while crafting something beautiful.
Egg Carton Flowers
Transform old egg cartons into charming flowers with a bit of paint and imagination. I remember making these as a kid, and the joy of turning something ordinary into something beautiful never gets old. If you’re looking for spring crafts to sell, these colorful blooms are always a hit.
Pom Pom Caterpillars
Kids love pom poms, and creating a fuzzy caterpillar is a sure hit. Let them choose their favorite colors and watch their creativity crawl to life.
Paper Plate Rainbows
Rainy days make for beautiful rainbows, and paper plate rainbows are a breeze to create. Just grab some paint and let the kids layer on those vibrant colors.
Egg Carton Chicks
Turn egg cartons into adorable chicks with some paint and construction paper. These little guys are perfect for a springtime display. If you have leftover scraps, use them for a fun construction paper collage.
Tissue Paper Flowers
Create colorful tissue paper flowers that never wilt. Layer and scrunch the tissue paper to form beautiful blooms that are a joy to behold. These blooms are just one of many fun paper crafts ideas you can try.