From shadow puppet shows to handcrafted periscopes, these ocean-themed projects encourage imagination, creativity, and fine motor skills. Whether your kid likes coloring, cutting, or creating goofy characters with names like “Captain Bubble,” they will find something to appreciate here. And rest assured that my own small team, Lisa and Mike, tests and approves every project. The best kind of mess is when you’re crafting with kids, so get your glue, crayons, and some laughter. ⬇️ Jump to Download Coloring Pages
1. Submarine Pop-Up Card
Materials Needed:
Submarine Coloring Pages Construction paper (any bright color) Safety scissors Glue stick Markers or crayons Double-sided tape
Steps: Genius Tip: Try gluing a small piece of clear plastic (like from toy packaging) behind the submarine for a cool “window” effect. It looks like it’s underwater!
2. Deep Sea Explorer Storyboard
Materials Needed:
Printable submarine coloring pages Cardboard or a cereal box Colored paper Glue Scissors Markers
Pro Tip: Encourage your child to give names to the submarines. Mike’s was called “Captain Bubble,” and Lisa’s was “Princess Aqua.”
3. Submarine Window Clings
Materials Needed:
Clear plastic sheet (like from packaging) Submarine coloring pages White glue (Elmer’s) Food coloring or markers Paintbrush
Steps: Smart Tip: These look stunning on east-facing windows in the morning. Try hanging them near the breakfast table to brighten your family’s day.
4. Submarine Diorama in a Shoebox
Materials Needed:
Shoebox Submarine coloring pages Blue construction paper String Tape and glue Crayons and safety scissors
Steps: Fun Tip: Shine a flashlight through the top hole and move it around in a dark room. It feels like a real submarine trip because the shadows are moving around. For more ideas on making ocean dioramas, visit Pinterest.com.
5. Submarine Shadow Puppet Show
Materials Needed:
Submarine coloring pages Cardstock Craft sticks or straws Scissors Flashlight Tape
Steps:
Pro Tip: Take a picture of their puppet show with your phone. Grandparents also love these little performances that kids will remember forever. For more examples of DIY puppet theater fun, check out Sparkle Stories Guide.
6. Submarine Adventure Bracelet
Materials Needed:
Submarine coloring pages Clear tape Scissors Ribbon or yarn
Steps: Fun Tip: Before you tie the yarn, add some colorful beads to it. The bracelet feels like real jewelry because of this. Like friendship bracelets, kids love to trade them!
7. Submarine Wall Art with Puffy Paint
Materials Needed:
Submarine coloring pages Shaving cream White glue Food coloring Cardstock or thick paper Cotton swabs
Steps: Creative Bonus: Put in a drop of lavender or ocean-scented essential oil. It makes the art experience more than one sense!
Final Thoughts
Crafting is more than fun. It’s a journey into imagination, a way to build focus, creativity, and motor skills. With just some submarine coloring pages, like the ones I’m offering below this article (they’re totally free and in printable PDF format), you can open up a whole world of underwater adventure for your kids. And if you enjoy this submarine fun, you might also love the free helicopter coloring pages I’ve published recently on our website too. Check those out next! Remember, always supervise young ones, especially around scissors and small materials. And let your kids be messy and creative. Those are the best memories.
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