50 Easy Back to School Crafts for Kids

Celebrate the first day of school with these fun and easy back to school crafts for kids of all ages.

From apple crafts to bus crafts, there are plenty of creative school crafts for August and September. These back to school activities cater to all ages and skill levels.

Whether you are looking for crafts for younger children like preschoolers and toddlers or crafts older kids and teens, these easy craft projects will help you celebrate the first day of school in style!

These crafts combine education and play in a way that will spark your child’s imagination and fuels their enthusiasm for learning.

Pair these craft projects with these back to school coloring pages for extra fun!

Bring out the paints, papers, and glue, and let your creativity soar!

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Back to School Crafts for Younger Kids
Back to School Crafts for Older Kids and Teens
Craft FAQs
More Back to School Ideas
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Back to School Crafts for Younger Kids

Paper Roll Apple Core from Non Toy Gifts

Talking Crayon Box from Libby Rosentrerer (source link unknown)

Pencil Craft from A Dab of Glue Will Do

School Box Tissue Box from Meaning Full Mama

Pom Pom Apple Tree from Crafts on Sea

Popsicle Stick School Box from Hip 2 Save

Animal Bookmarks from Artsy Craftsy Mom

Toddler Apple Craft from Simply Today Life

Popsicle Stick Crayons from Glued to My Crafts

Paper Plate Apple from I Heart Crafty Things

Popsicle Stick Pencil Back to School Craft

Popsicle Stick Pencil from Crafty Morning

Sponge Painted Apple from Resourceful Mama

Yarn Apple Garland from The Best Ideas for Kids

Back to School Countdown Calendar Garland Craft

Back to School Countdown Calendar Garland from The Crafting Chicks

Apple Stained Glass Window Decorations from Kinder Craze

Bookworm Pencil Holder Back to School Craft

Bookworm Pencil Holder from Easy Peasy Fun

Bubble Wrap Painted Apple from Somewhat Simple

Back to School Time Capsule from I Heart Crafty Things

Apple Stamping Activity from Premediated Leftovers

Paper Plate School Bus Back to School Craft

Paper Plate School Bus from Surviving a Teacher’s Salary

Popsicle Stick Apple Core from Glued to My Crafts

Back to School Photo Frame from I Heart Crafty Things

Pinecone Apple from Non Toy Gifts

Back to School Crafts for Older Kids and Teens

Glitter Mason Jar Gifts from A Pumpkin and A Princess

DIY Watercolor Backpack from Momtastic

Apple Mason Jar from Tilly’s Nest

Crayon Pencil Vase from Pumpkin and A Princess

DIY Pencil Shoe from The Keeper of the Cheerios

Apple Mason Jar from 36th Avenue

Crayon Wreath from A Pumpkin and A Princess

DIY Apple String Art from Lily Ardor

Ruler Wreath from Consumer Crafts

Apple Pot Teacher Gift from The Krazy Coupon Lady

Crayon Organizer from Sugar Bee Crafts

Glitter Pencils from B.A.S. Blog

Glittery Graphic Pencil Case from Studio DIY

Heart Design Journal from Chica Circle

Tic Tac Case from Lovely Indeed

Gold Marble Pencil Holder from Lovely Indeed

Batman Notebook from The Cwafty Blog

Craft FAQs

I have endeavored to include a wide range of crafts suitable for children of all ages. We’ve categorized crafts by recommended age group to make finding an appropriate project easier. Adult supervision is advised for certain crafts, especially when sharp tools are involved.

Most of the materials used in these crafts can be found at your local dollar store or arts and crafts store. Common items include construction paper, glue, scissors, markers, paint, etc. You may have many of these craft supplies on hand in your home.

Absolutely! The focus of these crafts is to encourage creativity and make learning fun, not to create perfect masterpieces. Each craft comes with step-by-step instructions to guide your child through the process.

These crafts are designed to get children excited about school and learning. They incorporate a wide range of skills, such as fine motor skills and creative thinking. Plus, they can provide opportunities for children to express their feelings about the upcoming school year in a fun and creative way.

If you tried this one of these back-to-school crafts or any other craft on my website, please let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below.