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Download Free Coloring Pages: Zebra coloring pages Cardstock or thick paper Scissors Glue or tape Hole punch Elastic string Markers or crayons Steps: Smart Tip: If your children enjoy dressing up, make a complete safari costume by pairing this mask with zebra-striped clothing. Lisa looked great once she matched hers with a black-and-white striped dress. For more fun costume ideas, visit National Geographic Kids. 2. Zebra Puppet Show Materials Needed:...

Download Free Coloring Pages: Printable taxi coloring pages Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Safety scissors (for older kids or with adult help) Glue stick Construction paper (gray, black, and white) Toy figures or LEGO people (optional) Steps: Fun Tip: Ask your kids to name their traffic town. Lisa called hers “Taxi-topia” and made up a full story about a festival going on in the city. It sparked so much creativity....

1. Bicycle Art Collage Materials Needed: Bicycle Coloring Pages Safety scissors Non-toxic glue sticks Colorful construction paper Washable markers or crayons Steps: Fun Tip: Use textured materials like cotton balls for clouds or buttons for bike wheels. It makes the collage come alive and gives it a fun sensory touch. 2. Creative Sun Catcher Made from Bicycle Coloring Pages Materials Needed: Clear contact paper Bicycle coloring pages (print in smaller sizes if possible) Tissue paper Safety scissors...

1. Dinosaur Masks Materials Needed: Free dinosaur coloring pages Scissors Glue or tape Craft sticks or elastic bands Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Steps: Safety Tip: Always supervise kids when using scissors to ensure they cut safely and avoid accidents. Fun Tip: Try making masks for a whole dinosaur family and let the kids put on a prehistoric play. Last weekend, Mike and I made masks and had a “dino debate” at the dinner table—Lisa was the judge, and it was a roaring success!...

Download Free Coloring Pages: Easter coloring pages Paper lunch bags (white or pastel colors work best) Glue stick Cotton balls Safety scissors Ribbon Steps: Smart Tip: Add a custom name tag to the handle. This turns the bag into a personalized gift that friends and neighbors will love. 2. Easter Egg Treasure Hunt Clues Materials Needed: Free Easter coloring pages Markers Safety scissors Small plastic eggs Paper and tape Pro Tip: Use different color eggs for each child and create individual hunt paths....

Download Free Coloring Pages: Printed llama coloring pages Colored markers or crayons Scissors Popsicle sticks Glue Steps: Safety Tip: Always supervise children when using scissors. Last time we did this, Mike decided to give his llama superhero powers, complete with a red cape. Watching him act out a superhero rescue mission was the highlight of my day! 2. Llama-Themed Party Hats Materials Needed: Llama coloring pages Construction paper Tape or glue Elastic string...

In this article, I’ll show you 7 of our all-time favorite scooter-themed crafts. My kids have tried, loved, and laughed at all of them. These activities, like putting together puzzles, making thank-you walls, or lighting up jars, are all about getting to know each other, being creative, and having fun. The best part? You can print out these free scooter coloring pages right below. Get some crayons and print them out....

1. Blimp Shadow Puppet Theater Materials Needed: Printed blimp coloring pages Popsicle sticks Scissors (safety scissors for little ones) Glue Flashlight or lamp Black cardstock (optional) Steps: Fun Tip: Give each blimp a silly name and a funny voice. Lisa’s blimp talks like a pirate. Mike’s? It only speaks in beep-boops. 2. Blimp Pinwheel Spinner Materials Needed: Printable blimp coloring pages Colored pencils or crayons Round pushpin Paper straw Small bead Safety scissors...

Download Free Coloring Pages: Printable ship coloring pages Empty clear plastic bottle (washed and dried) Scissors Glue stick Popsicle stick String or thread Tape Steps: Pro Tip: To replicate sea foam, consider glitzing a little bit. Mike writes it as “pirate magic!” For more on how to teach kids fine motor skills through crafts, visit Miss Kindergarten. 2. DIY Ship Window Frame Materials Needed: Printable ship coloring pages Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Sturdy paper plate Transparent plastic sheet Scissors Glue stick or tape String or yarn...

Pokémon is a favorite in our house. My son Mike is always watching the show, and my daughter Lisa loves collecting anything Pikachu-related. If your kids love Pokémon too, you will love these fun and creative craft ideas! And do not forget, I have published 10 free Pokémon coloring pages in PDF format that you can print below this article to use in these crafts. 1. Pokémon Shadow Puppets Materials Needed:...

Download Free Coloring Pages: Printed back to school coloring pages Safety scissors Glue stick or tape Blank labels or cardstock Markers or colored pencils Steps: Fun Tip: Make it a little challenge! Ask your child to design a different label for each subject. Lisa once made a rainbow-themed label just for math. 2. Back to School Door Sign Materials Needed: Back to School Coloring Pages Ribbon or yarn Hole punch Glue stick Cardboard for backing...

1. Cow Paper Plate Mask Materials Needed: Printed cow coloring pages (colored and cut out) White paper plate Glue stick Scissors Hole puncher String or elastic band Markers or crayons (optional) Steps: Adding cotton balls to the mask will make it more fun. You can also use glow-in-the-dark paint for a surprise at night. For more fun farm-themed craft ideas, visit Pinterest.com. 2. Cow-Themed Bookmark Materials Needed: Printed and colored cow coloring pages Cardstock paper Glue Laminating sheet (optional) Hole puncher and ribbon (optional)...

If your kids love My Melody as much as Lisa does, there are lots of fun things they can do while they color. These pages give kids a lot of ways to be creative, like making greeting cards out of their artwork or using their artwork to decorate their room. Before we get into all the fun options, let’s look at how coloring My Melody can help kids learn useful skills while they have a great time....

1. Halloween Luminary Jars Materials Needed: Clean glass jars (mason jars work great!) LED tealight candles (for safety!) Glue stick or Mod Podge Scissors (adults can assist young ones) Halloween coloring pages (from our free printables above) Steps: Genius Tip: Add a layer of tissue paper behind the cutouts before gluing them for a soft, stained-glass look that glows beautifully at night. 2. Trick-or-Treat Goodie Bags Materials Needed: Brown paper lunch bags or small canvas bags Halloween coloring pages Crayons or colored pencils Glue Stickers and glitter (optional)...

1. Build-a-Wolf Shadow Puppet Show Materials Needed: Wolf coloring pages (use the free printable PDF below) Black paper or cardstock Wooden sticks or straws Flashlight or lamp Tape and glue Safety scissors Steps: Pro Tip: Record the puppet show with your phone and send it to family members. It’s a great way for kids to share their creativity and feel proud of their work. 2. Build a Wolf Den Diorama Materials Needed:...

1. Flower Garland Materials Needed: Flower coloring pages String or ribbon Hole punch Safety scissors Glue or tape Steps: Smart Tip: Use glitter glue or stickers to decorate the flowers before threading them onto the garland if your kids want them to sparkle even more. Lisa likes to make them look even fancier by adding little pearl stickers. Applying a flowery perfume to the garland will make it smell like a real garden....

1. Unicorn Dream Jar Materials Needed: A small glass or plastic jar with a lid Cotton balls Glitter (pink, purple, blue) Unicorn coloring pages Glow-in-the-dark stars Glue Steps: Genius Hack: To double this jar as a calming nighttime aid, add a few drops of lavender essential oil! 2. Unicorn Wands Materials Needed: Wooden dowels or straws Unicorn coloring pages (colored and cut out) Ribbons Glue Glitter Steps: Fun Tip: Mike waved his unicorn wand and declared himself a “Unicorn Wizard!...

Download Free Coloring Pages: Colored hamster coloring pages (printed and colored) Popsicle sticks Scissors Glue or tape Googly eyes (optional) Steps: Smart Tip: Do you want to improve your skills in this craft? Make a basic puppet theater with a cardboard box. Cut a rectangular window in the front, decorate it, and let your child’s imagination shine! You can make curtains with felt or tissue paper to create a realistic look on stage....

This is why I made these 7 fun monster truck crafts for kids. Each one is full of learning, fun, and just a bit of messy magic. You can find something here that your child will love, whether they are passionate about racing, loud engines, or building things. The best part? You can get 26 free monster truck coloring pages in PDF format right below this article. They are great for getting your craft time started....

1. Panda Paper Puppets Materials Needed: Printed panda coloring pages Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Scissors (safety scissors for kids) Craft sticks (popsicle sticks work great) Glue Steps: Safety Tip: Always supervise kids when using scissors. Pre-cutting the pandas can be helpful for younger children. Fun Tip: Mike loves to add accessories to his puppets, like tiny hats or superhero capes. Let your kids explore their creativity! I remember Lisa creating a “Panda Rock Band” with guitars and microphones; she even put on a mini concert for us in the living room!...