Summer is here! With all of the fun, outdoor activities that summertime allows, sometimes you need a fun activity in your pocket, whether it’s a rainy day, too warm, or you just need a little bit of quiet time inside. Crafts aren’t just a good activity to keep littles occupied – they are actually great for their development and fine motor skills. In this blog, we’ve got six great summertime crafts for your preschooler!

Summer Agamorph

 

So what is an agamograph? Well, it’s two pictures in one, and depending on which side you view it from, you will see one picture appear. There are millions of possibilities on how to make one. Once you know how it’s done, your kids will be creating their own.

Ice Cream Cone Garland

Do your littles love to decorate for every season and holiday? Ice cream cone garland is a cute way to have some handmade summer decorations out. The garland is just so easy to make and looks adorable on display!

Paper Stingray Craft

This cute paper stingray craft is perfect for any ocean-obsessed littles; making them is a great way to kill an hour, and then they provide many more hours of fun as a cute handmade toy. The best part is these little stingrays are so simple to make and only require cheap basic materials, too!

Colorful Jellyfish Craft

If your little ones love the aquarium and you want to bring a piece of that home, this is a great craft. The best part, it requires no paint, so if you’ve been on the hunt for a fun summer craft that doesn’t make a lot of mess, this jellyfish craft is perfect!

Paper Plate Butterflies

Dive into the vibrant world of watercolors and create a charming paper plate butterfly craft that’s perfect for kids to enjoy all summer long. All you need are some leftover paper plates, paint, a stapler, and a popsicle stick or clothespin!

Emotion Changing Paper Cup Octopus

 

 

This paper cup octopus craft will need a bit of adult help in one step, but it is a great crafty activity for kids to make and play with. It can also be a great tool for teaching your littles about emotions and helping them express theirs.