Simple Summer Crafts for Kids

We love crafting outside in the summer, especially in a nice cool shade! These simple summer crafts for kids are perfect both for a crafting session under the sky (or under a shade from the tree) or for those rainy days when you are stuck inside.

1. Sponge Sailboat

Make a whole bunch of sponge sail boats and let the water play begin.

Source: Easy Peasy and Fun

2. Jellyfish Craft

A bunch of these jellyfish would make a wonderful decoration for the home or for the classroom. They will twist and twirl in the air.

Source: I Heart Crafty Things

3. Paper Plate Seashell Summer Crafts for Kids

This gorgeous looking craft idea is also great for fine motor skills.

Source: Artsy Craftsy Mom

4. Weaving Rainbow Fish

Another great craft for fine motor skills. Oh so colorful.

Source: Crafty Morning

5. Mr Octopus

Imagine this one in all the colors of the rainbow, cute right?

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6. Paper Plate Whale

Make the largest mammal on Earth in a small paper plate version. We think this is a clever idea (it only uses 1 paper plate!).

Source: In the Playroom

7. Coffee Filter Suncatchers

Suncatchers are a great activity for any time of the year but they shine the most in the summer. Coffee filters are really great for making them.

Source: A Little Pinch of Perfect

8. Summer Fan

Super hot day? No worries, you can cool off with a homemade fan. Kids will love making these.

Source: The Pinterested Parent

9. Paper Plate & Cupcake Liner Fish

Another wonderful paper plate craft idea.

Source: Easy Peasy and Fun

10. Paper Lemonade

Who wouldn't love a glass of lemonade? While this one isn't as refreshing as the real deal it will certainly make for a great wall display.

Source: Pitter Patter Art