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13 Fun New Year’s Crafts For Kids

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To help your family ring in the New Year, check out this list of 13 Fun New Year's Crafts For Kids! All you need are a few supplies to create lasting memories together.

New Year’s Eve seems to sneak up on me every year.  It’s feels like there is this big build up to Christmas and then suddenly it’s New Year’s Eve.  Plus, December 31st is my son’s birthday.  So, for my family, New Year’s Eve is a very celebratory day!

One of the ways we like to celebrate New Year’s together is to make a New Year’s Eve craft and use it while watching the ball drop in New York City on television.  Therefore, to help your family ring in the New Year, here is a list of 13 Fun New Year’s Crafts For Kids!

Enjoy the count down!

13 Fun New Year’s Crafts For Kids

DIY Noisemaker – iHeart Naptime

Listen to the kids make some noise after the ball drops with their own customized noisemakers.

DIY New Year’s Eve Ball – Great DIYs

Have the kids make their own version of the New Year’s Eve ball.

Easy Party Poppers – Craftaholics Anonymous

These simple party poppers will be fun to make and even more fun to watch explode at the end of the night.

Candy Watch – The Idea Room

The kids will love making, wearing, and of course eating this craft at the end of the night!

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13 Easy Native American Crafts for Kids

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In American History, Thanksgiving Day is when Americans celebrate the day in which the Pilgrims met the helpful Native Americans (Indians) who gave them food, showed them how to tend to the land and prepare for the winter.

When studying about Native American Indians, children love making Indian art and craft projects.   Example of crafts included in this roundup of 13 Easy Native American Crafts for Kids are Native American Headbands, Native American Drums, Native American Tepees, Native American Handprints, Native American Totem Poles, and Native American Dream Catchers.

These crafts will not only keep little ones busy but will also help them learn about the rich culture of the Native American tribes.

Are you learning about Native American History? Check out this list of 13 Native American Craft for Kids including headbands, teepees, drums, handprints & more.

13 Easy Native American Crafts for Kids

Native American Handprints – A Little Pinch of Perfect

These handprints can be a messy craft, but it’s simple and fun for kids! Create your own Native Americans this way!

Are you learning about Native American History? When learning about Native American Indians, children love making Indian arts and crafts. To go along with your lesson plan, check out this list of 13 Native American Craft for Kids which includes Indian headbands, necklaces, teepees, handprints and more.

Native American Drum – Candle in the Night

Make some music with this simple drum craft! The kids will love being able to color their own drums and play with them all afternoon.

Are you learning about Native American History? When learning about Native American Indians, children love making Indian arts and crafts. To go along with your lesson plan, check out this list of 13 Native American Craft for Kids which includes Indian headbands, necklaces, teepees, handprints and more.

Feather Necklaces – Early Learning Ideas

Another fun piece to create and learn about Native Americans while doing so. These simple necklaces are easy to make, even with little ones.

Are you learning about Native American History? When learning about Native American Indians, children love making Indian arts and crafts. To go along with your lesson plan, check out this list of 13 Native American Craft for Kids which includes Indian headbands, necklaces, teepees, handprints and more.

Mini Teepees – That Artist Woman

Use construction paper to help the kids create their own teepee homes. Teach them about one of the ways in which Native Americans lived while you make them!

Are you learning about Native American History? When learning about Native American Indians, children love making Indian arts and crafts. To go along with your lesson plan, check out this list of 13 Native American Craft for Kids which includes Indian headbands, necklaces, teepees, handprints and more.

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25 Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

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Are you looking for an easy Thanksgiving craft for kids? Check out these 25 Creative Thanksgiving Craft Ideas that are easy for even toddlers, preschoolers and elementary school students to make.

Gobble!  Gobble!  Thanksgiving is almost here, so let’s celebrate the “goodness” of the season with these easy, kid-friendly Thanksgiving art and craft projects that are fun for the entire family.  Most likely, you already have the supplies to make these 25 Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids either in your house or in your classroom.   Furthermore, these simple Thanksgiving crafts are appropriate for all age groups including toddlers, preschoolers, elementary school students and senior adults.  Most importantly, whichever Thanksgiving craft you choose to do, I hope you cherish the time you spend together as a family.  Happy Thanksgiving!

Are you looking for an easy Thanksgiving craft for kids? Check out these 25 Creative Thanksgiving Craft Ideas that are easy for even toddlers, preschoolers and elementary school students to make.

Glowing Turkey Candle Holder – The Typical Mom

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Turkey Toilet Paper Roll Craft – DIY Inspired

Are you looking for an easy Thanksgiving craft for kids? Check out these 25 Creative Thanksgiving Craft Ideas that are easy for even toddlers, preschoolers and elementary school students to make.

Fall Place Card Holders – Making of a Mom

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25 Easy Pumpkin Crafts For Kids

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Are you a teacher or daycare provider looking for an easy pumpkin craft for kids? Then look no further! Here are 25 Pumpkin Crafts For Kids that are guaranteed to be fun and inspiring.

Fall is soon upon us!  With the changing of autumn leaves, cooler nights and Halloween right around the corner, it’s time to start planning fall activities and Halloween crafts for kids.  It’s also my favorite time of year!  So I’ve rounded up 25 Easy Pumpkin Crafts for Kids that are guaranteed to inspire them this season.

Happy Fall!

Jilleen

Are you a teacher or daycare provider looking for an easy pumpkin craft for kids? Then look no further! Here are 25 Pumpkin Crafts For Kids that are guaranteed to be fun and inspiring.

Pumpkin Suncatcher Toddler Craft – Simple Fun for Kids

Are you a teacher or daycare provider looking for an easy pumpkin craft for kids? Then look no further! Here are 25 Pumpkin Crafts For Kids that are guaranteed to be fun and inspiring.

Pumpkin Geoboard – Danya BanyaAre you a teacher or daycare provider looking for an easy pumpkin craft for kids? Then look no further! Here are 25 Pumpkin Crafts For Kids that are guaranteed to be fun and inspiring.

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25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids

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Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Oh, fall…how I love thee!  Fall is a season with beautiful autumn leaves, cooler weather and Thanksgiving greetings!  There are also a number of wonderful fall crafts that you can do with children that will help bring those gorgeous autumn colors indoors.  From painting with leaves to creating leaf monsters to making autumn luminaries, there is bound to be at least one craft at you will “fall” in love with this season.  Check out this roundup of 25 Easy Fall Leaf Crafts for Kids for further inspiration!

Happy Autumn Crafting!

Jilleen

25 Easy Fall Leaf Crafts for Kids

Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Easy Fall Snow Globe Craft for Kids – Look! We’re Learning

Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Easy Nature Art: Leaf Painting for Kids – Look! We’re Learning

Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Make A Leaf Family: An Easy Preschool Craft – Homeschool Preschool

Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Colorful DIY Fall Wreath Craft for Kids – Mommy’s Bundle

Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Marbled Leaves – Simple Fun For Kids

Are you looking for a fun fall craft for kids? Check out these 25 Easy Leaf Crafts for Kids and Preschoolers that are perfect for the autumn season.

Painting Leaves – Simple Fun For Kids

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