Do your kids love animals and being creative? Combine their two favorite activities with these 35 fun animal crafts perfect for kids!
Who doesn’t love a trip to the zoo? The excitement of seeing a majestic elephant for the first time, the fascination with the playful antics of monkeys, or the joy of hearing a lion’s roar – these are moments that captivate children and adults alike.
But what if you could bring a slice of this magical world into your home, not with a visit from an actual zoo animal (phew, imagine the chaos!), but through the wonderful world of crafting?
That’s right, my craft-loving friends; it’s time to channel your inner wildlife explorer and dive into the endlessly fun and imaginative realm of animal crafts for kids!
From fluttery butterflies to wise old owls, the animal kingdom is theirs to recreate. And I’m here to guide you through this jungle of creativity with over 35 delightful animal craft ideas that will not only keep those little hands busy but also ignite their imaginations and love for nature’s creatures.
Each craft in this collection has been thoughtfully chosen to inspire joy and creativity in your young artists. Whether your kiddo is fascinated by the slow and steady tortoise or enamored with the regal tiger, there’s something here for every animal enthusiast.
These crafts are more than just a fun way to pass the time; they’re a gateway to learning about the diverse and wonderful animal world.
Imagine the conversations you’ll spark about the habitats of polar bears, the diet of giraffes, or the incredible migration journey of monarch butterflies – all while crafting!
And the best part? These animal craft ideas are not only educational and entertaining but also super easy to make. You don’t need to be a crafting wizard to help your kids create their animal masterpieces.
With simple materials, often found right at home, you and your little ones can embark on a crafting safari, creating memories that are just as precious as the crafts themselves.
So, grab your craft supplies and let’s get ready to explore the wild side of creativity with these animal crafts for kids.
Who knows, you might just find that crafting a cute paper plate panda or a quirky toilet roll fox brings out the child in you too. Let the crafting adventure begin!
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Koala Mask
Get the free template to make your own koala mask. Kids will have so much fun making these and then playing dress up!
Looking for an easy ocean animal craft to do? These paper jellyfish are a great under the sea craft to make with preschoolers, kindergarteners, and school-age kids.
Make a fun whale phone holder out of air dry clay. This simple craft is great fun and you can keep it forever to prop up your phone! You could make these phone holders as handmade gifts to give to friends and loved ones.
Animal lovers, you’re going to love these 60+ perler bead patterns! These animal perler beads include mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and more.
You won’t have to worry about losing your place the next time you pick up a book to read with these cute felt bird DIY bookmarks. Grab your leftover stash and add this DIY to your list of new felt crafts to make.
This fun forest animal gets its spikes from real leaves! I’m thinking you can do a variety of animals this way. The website is in Bulgarian but you don’t need a tutorial for this autumn craft – it’s pretty self explanatory.
Create a polar bear surrounded by snow in the dark night! Use this winter activity as part of a study of the arctic and the animals you can find there.
Macaroni fish seems like it would be a delicious dish. However, this is a kid's craft, and a colorful one at that! Try making a variety of ocean creatures.
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