10 Delightful Spring Craft Ideas for Kids

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Spring is officially in the air, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate this bright and vibrant season than with the crafts to match!

We scoured Pinterest to find cute little critters, fun florals and other spring-themed crafts for children of all ages—plus, we made sure cleanup is a breeze.

Kick off the spring season by trying one of the delightful crafts below.
Paper Plate Bee
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Sturdy paper plates will help your little ones test out their painting skills (and minimize the mess!).
Paper Rainbow
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Nothing screams spring quite like a beautiful rainbow, but you don't have to wait until the next rainstorm clears to see one!
Ladybug Painted Rocks
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All you need are a couple river rocks and some paints, and you have brand-new lawn decorations. Your kiddos will love placing these outside once they've dried!
Pom Pom Caterpillars
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We think caterpillars are pretty cute even before they turn into butterflies, and this craft has our back.
Thumbprint Dandelion
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This easy craft comes with a free printable template, so all you need are a few paints—and a few thumbs!
Handprint Chick Puppets
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These bright, happy chicks serve a dual purpose—you can make them from scratch, then add them straight to the toy box.
Paper Flower
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Forget the store-bought bouquet. Welcome spring into your home by making these adorable paper flowers instead.
Cardboard Tube Butterfly
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This butterfly craft combines repurposing with creativity. Plus, the small cardboard tubes are perfect for little hands to work with.
Rainbow Flowers
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Brighten up their day with these extra vibrant flowers made from simple construction paper. This craft is perfect for all ages, including preschoolers.
Stained Glass Kites
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Kites are fun to fly, and they can be even more fun to make! These paper kites are simple yet cute, and perfect for using up whatever extra tissue paper you have lying around.