First Grade Arts & Crafts Activities

In this fun science project your child will get practice following directions and getting messy as they learn all about slime!

Reinforce your child’s foundational math skills while creating small works of seasonal art with this creative Halloween rock painting activity!

Learn all about Misty Copeland, a famous African American ballerina with this hands-on, colorful art project!

Create a beautiful piece of art to celebrate Hanukkah! Using easy to find materials, your child will create a one of a kind suncatcher great for decoration or even a gift to family and friends!

Egg cartons are known to have abundant uses. As you get into the cold winter months, discuss penguins with your child by creating these adorable egg carton penguins!

Teach children how to upcycle dried-out markers with this homemade paint-making activity!

Take your child outside during winter time and have them observe the leafless trees before having them make a watercolor of a tree or trees using masking tape. They’re sure to love their winter tree painting, plus they make lovely decorations in the home!

Not sure what to do with all of those leftover boxes from holiday gifts? Tap into your crafty side by creating an adorable snow person with your child. This activity is sure to bring smiles to those who pass your yard or come into your home all season lon

This activity will keep your child entertained long after you've put away the markers and glue. Help him turn a paper bag into a self-portrait puppet!

Coffee filter snowflakes are an easy winter craft and a good way to involve children of all ages in holiday decorating.

Calaveras means "skulls" in Spanish, and in Mexico, skulls are brightly decorated to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.

Invite the hungry caterpillar over to your house by creating a larger-than-life, colorful caterpillar friend out of balloons!

This homemade snare drum made with everyday household items gets its authentic rattle sound from paper clips and tin.

This goofy pasta clown sculpture will help your child develop his small muscle skills and think creatively while decking it out with a colorful circus outfit.

The chalkboard surface on this desk globe tempts kids to grab their chalk and start mapping out their next adventures.

Who said snow globes have to be round and made of glass? Here’s our take on this holiday favorite, using paper and plastic.

This autumn science project magically turns green leaves into autumn leaves by using crayon shavings and heat.

Make your own Matryoshka out of simple craft materials in this easy how-to!

From wizards to fairy godmothers, a magic wand is an essential element to any magical tale. Help your child make one of her own with simple craft supplies.

Help your budding artist construct this paper chain caterpillar craft, inspired by the intelligent bug from "Alice in Wonderland."

Help your child sleep easy with this gorgeous paper plate dream catcher.

Using just a deck of old playing cards and some general craft supplies, you can create a unique and fun Valentine's Day decoration that's made with love.

Prepare for school the washi tape way with some washi tape school supplies!

In this easy and fun animal craft, make a cute pig nose using recycled egg cartons!

Big bags hold a lot of candy, but they're hard to tote around. Have your kid construct a candy corn candy holder perfect for carrying a few lightweight treats.