Animal-Themed Crafts
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Doggy Bank
"A quarter!" proclaimed my 3-year-old daughter Claire as she swiped a penny from my desktop. Clearly, her grasp of applied economics was lacking. So we raided our recycling bin and sock drawers for supplies, and made an animal coin bank. read more
Tropical Fish Pinata
When your kids are finished making this pretty little fish, they may not have the heart to demolish their handiwork! Never fear. Just pour the candy and treats from her mouth. read more
Cardboard Tube Giraffe
This little cardboard tube giraffe makes a great room decoration but also doubles as a finger puppet. Make several and host your own puppet show! read more
Frog Hat
Everyone will be green with envy after getting a peak at this super cute frog hat. Whether your child makes this for one of your dolls or stuffed animals, or enlarges the pattern large enough for them to wear, it'll be a hit. read more
Paper Plate Panda
Isn't this perfect little paper plate panda just the cutest? Kids can make their own loveable black and white bear with some construction paper, paper plates, and crayons! read more
Egg Bunny
Why not add some egg-citement to your Easter egg decorating this year by creating an egg bunny? They are perfect fun-filled breakfast idea. read more
Cotton Ball Lamb
This soft little cotton ball lamb will be a big hit with kids this Easter. Cotton balls are such a fun material for small children to use because they feel so lovely. read more
Animal Jars
Recycle your empty glass jars to create this adorable animal menagerie for a great Earth Day craft. Store beads, building blocks, and buttons in your brand new reused containers. read more
Ox Pin or Magnet
There are 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. One of them is the ox. Make this cute ox pin to wear, or put a magnet on it and hang it on the fridge. read more
Easter Bunny Mask
Make an adorable Easter bunny mask to dress up for Easter fun! This cute face mask is easy to make and can be dressed up however you like. read more
Easter Chick Centerpiece
This cute chick makes an adorable centerpiece for your Easter dinner table. Wow your relatives with your creative talents! read more
Easter Bunny Bag
This cute Easter bunny bag is perfect for collecting eggs or stashing Easter candy! read more
Easter Bunny Cracker Treats
Try these adorable yet nutritious Easter bunny cracker treats topped with veggies and cheese! A fun Easter recipe for kids. read more
Washcloth Bunnies
Make bathtime entertaining with these fuzzy washcloth bunnies. A fun Easter craft for kids that's quick and easy. read more
Origami Bunny
Keep kids hopping with this Origami bunny - that actually hops! It's a quick and easy craft for Easter and doubles as a fun variation on traditional origami. read more
Marshmallow Bunny
For a fun Easter bunny craft for preschool aged kids, look no further than this marshmallow bunny. It comes in edible and less-edible versions. read more
Lion Mask or Wall Hanging
This animal lion mask or wall hanging craft for kids can be adapted for different ages. It's a fun project to celebrate Earth Day! read more
Beaded reindeer ornament
Add a dash of reindeery goodness to your Christmas tree with this Beaded reindeer ornament. This craft is most appropriate for teens and adults. read more
Bunny Ears for Kids
These cute bunny ears are a perfect Easter craft for kids. Easy to make, and lots of fun to wear, have your little bunnies go on their chocolate hunt in Easter spirit. read more
Candy Cane Reindeer
Inexpensive and attractive, these candy cane reindeer are simple for kids to make and great as decorations for gifts. read more
Candy Cane Reindeer Ornament
Create all of Santa's reindeer with this sweet candy cane ornament craft for kids. read more
Ghosts and Black Cat Streamers Craft
Make ghosts and black cats streamers in this creative Halloween fabric crafts project. This kids' Halloween craft is fast, easy and fun. read more
Mouse Christmas Ornament
This mouse-shaped Christmas ornament for kids is an easy-to-make Christmas ornament craft. A bit of cardboard and some imagination make this a Yuletide favorite craft, especially for cat owners. read more
Chinese New Year Dragon
Chinese dragons are a key symbol for any Chinese New Year celebration. Make this easy kids' craft for the Chinese New Year. read more
Chocolate Covered Frogs
Every young wizard wants a Chocolate Covered Frog treat, so why not make your own? Gummy frogs turn into sweet delights with this simple recipe. read more
Snake Chain
Have fun with this Harry Potter themed craft as your kids together paper to create their own looooonnnnng snake to slither around with. read more
Clothespin Reindeer
This clothespin reindeer craft is a fun way for kids to take ordinary household articles and make something cool for the Christmas season. read more
Dinosaur Cake
Make this homemade dinosaur cake for your dino-loving child! Decorate a sheet cake with dinosaur and volcano figurines for fun and flavor! read more
Chinese Dragon Parade
Watch your kids parade around with pride with this homemade crepe paper dragon celebrating Chinese New Year. read more
Dragons on Parade
Our dragons on parade printable for kids will make your Chinese New Year more colorful. read more
Easter Bunny
A cute little Easter bunny craft to make and display. Use styrofoam and cottonballs to make this fun bunny craft for kids. read more
Easter Bunny Basket
This Easter bunny basket craft for kids makes a great table decoration or as an Easter gift. read more
Easter Pot Bunny
Two small terra-cotta pots make up the body of this adorable Easter bunny. Hop right into Easter with this family craft. read more
Felt Snake
Chinese New Year is the perfect time to celebrate with this felt snake craft. Kids can use it to decorate pens, pencils or whatever they please. read more
Felt Snakes
Curl these slinky felt snakes around your drinking goblets, a place card, or anywhere you want. A fun addition to any kids' party and celebrating the Chinese New Year. read more
Snake Decoration
Give a pencil, pen or straw near you a neat looking snake decoration. This easy snake craft for kids is a fun way to decorate all sorts of things kids use every day. read more
Elephant Pencil Holder
This elephant pencil holder will look so cute on your desk. Kids will have fun making this useful recycle Earth Day craft. read more
Fluffy Lamb Ornament
Fluffy and adorable, this Lamb Ornament is a surefire hit with the kids. A little fake lambswool and some old matchsticks become a delightful craft for Easter or Christmas. read more
Hands and Feet Reindeer
Use big feet, small feet, parent hands, child hands, or any combination, and you have an adorable paper Hands and Feet Reindeer Christmas decoration. read more
Hanging Snake
This is a relatively easy paper snake craft for kids to make. Hang it in your room near a window to catch a breeze. read more
Panda Mask or Wall Hanging
Use simple materials like a paper plate, scissors, construction paper, and crayons to make the face of an adorable panda bear as a mask or wall hanging. This craft can be modified for other animals. read more
Papier Mache Reindeer Ornament
Kids will have fun either in groups or at home making this Paper mache reindeer ornament for their Christmas trees. Once the paper mache figure is done, you can decorate it in any theme you can imagine. read more
Pebble Pets
Make no-fuss pebble pets for kids that you can carry in your pocket. They don't shed and don't require feeding, but sadly will sink immediately if dropped in water. This pet rocks! read more
Personalized Dog Bowl for Parties
These Personalized Dog Bowls are Scooby-licious! Perfect for a kids' dog-themed birthday party. read more
Pom pom sheep
Help future shepherds craft their own flock with these cute little Pom pom sheep. They make a fast and easy craft that kids will have fun making and playing with afterwards. read more
Puppy Dog Ornament
Bone-up on your Christmas decorating options with this Puppy dog ornament. A ping-pong ball and a few other odds and ends are all you need to craft a decoration everyone will enjoy. read more
Reindeer Antlers
A festive craft project for kids, these easy-to-make reindeer antlers make for loads of wearable fun. read more
Reindeer Cookies
This cookie recipe creates sugar cookies decorated to look like reindeers, and are simply delightful for the holidays. read more
Reindeer Faces
These peanut butter snacks are so easy, even young ones can help! Simply add pretzels for antlers and use raisins & cherries to make an adorable reindeer face. read more
Reindeer Place Mat
Make each place setting at your Christmas dinner table special with these Reindeer place mats. Once laminated these cut and paste crafts will be a joy for years to come. read more
Crochet snake
If you already know how to crochet and have all the materials, this crochet snake is easy to make. It will probably be more challenging if you're new to crochet. read more
Christmas Mouse Ornament
Welcome this Christmas mouse into your house. With a walnut shell and some mini pom-poms kids will delight in crafting this little ornament that looks cute hanging on any tree. read more
Tiger Cub Christmas Ornament
Go on a Christmas safari with this tiger cub Christmas ornament. This makes for a cute craft for kids to make and adds a dash of jungle adventure to your holiday decorations. read more
Tiger Cub Magnetic Frame
Surround a favorite picture with something special when you craft this tiger cub magnetic frame. You can add an exotic jungle flair to your other magnetized fridge decorations. read more
Tiger magnetic frame
Keep a special picture in a unique frame with this tiger magnetic frame craft. Kids will be reminded of someone special and their handiwork whenever they look at the picture they chose to frame. read more
Tiger Pencil Holder
If you love tigers and have a lot of pencils that are always out of place, this tiger pencil holder will help put them in their place. This is fun and useful craft for kids since it comes in handy both at school or at home. read more
Walnut Shell Mouse
Make a walnut shell mouse that you'll be happy to see around the house—perfect for rainy days. read more
Heart-y Animals
Kids can create these adorable heart-y animals with woodsies at a Valentine's Day classroom party, or simply at home. read more
Felt Mouse Candy Cane Holder
Parents and kids can will have fun together making this felt mouse candy cane holder. This is an excellent Christmas craft that's fast, easy, and it makes a great ornament for anyone's tree. read more
Cone Cup Bunny
This simple, cute cone cup Easter bunny craft for kids is a fun activity that could also be a great Easter table decoration. read more
Halloween Cat Cup
Treats taste sweeter when they're from this Halloween cat cup that a child can make all by themselves. read more
Reindeer food
Create a new Christmas tradition with this easy to make Reindeer food. You'll have fun making it and fun watching kids leave it out to lead Santa's reindeer straight to your rooftop. read more
