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Bee Crafts Your Kids Will Be Buzzing About

Kids can learn about bees, beehives and honey with this list of over 25 bee crafts your kids will love! Ideas include puppets, recycling projects and even a bee with wings that move.

Bee crafts your kids will love

Are you ready to visit a world buzzing with creativity? Today, we’re going to explore the world of adorable bee crafts that will not only captivate your kids but also offer a fun way to learn about these fascinating little creatures.

With over 25 bee-themed craft ideas, this post is your go-to guide for an afternoon filled with creativity and joy.

Let’s be honest, there’s something irresistibly charming about bees. Maybe it’s their bright yellow and black stripes or the way they buzz from flower to flower on a sunny day.

Whatever it is, we’ve captured that charm in this collection of easy craft ideas that are perfect for kids of all ages. From fluffy pom-pom bees to creative bee-themed art projects, each craft is designed to spark joy and ignite a passion for DIY.

Crafting is not just about having fun; it’s also a great way for children to develop important skills. These projects are perfect for enhancing fine motor skills as little hands cut, glue, paint, and assemble.

Each craft varies in complexity, allowing kids to challenge themselves and feel proud of what they’ve created. It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time together, whether in the classroom or at home.

Among these ideas, you’ll find everything from a simple paper plate bee craft that toddlers can enjoy, to more intricate bee hotels that older kids can assemble and watch come to life as real bees visit.

Imagine your child’s excitement as they learn about the role bees play in our ecosystem while crafting their own bee-inspired creations.

We’ve made sure that each of these bee arts and crafts uses materials that are easy to find and even easier to put together. You won’t need to spend a fortune or run around to specialty stores.

Most likely, you already have everything you need right at home. It’s all about simplicity and making the experience as accessible as possible.

So, why not make a beeline to your crafting area and start with one of these buzzing projects? Whether you choose the cute bottle caps or the playful clay tic tac toe, each craft promises a fun-filled experience.

Don’t forget to scroll down and check out all the options. Let us know which of these bee crafts becomes your favorite; we love hearing from our crafty community!

1
egg carton bee craft
buggyandbuddy.com

Egg Carton Bee

Recycled crafts are great for using up some items you were just going to toss anyway. This egg carton bee is a great example!
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2
Cute bee paper cup craft for kids
www.redtedart.com

Bee Cup

One yellow cup + one black cup = a bee! Such a cute paper cup craft for preschoolers.
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3
frog, Earth, bee, and unicorn perler beads

Bee Bookmark

Learn how to make perler bead bee bookmarks using simple supplies! Kids will love this super easy project with beads, popsicle sticks, and glue. Plus, get 24 other cute bookmark designs.
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4
paper straw bee puppets
iheartcraftythings.com

Straw Bee Puppet

Use a paper straw and accordion folded paper to make a darling bee puppet! There is a template for purchase, or you can create these on your own.
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5
flying honey bee paper craft
verbnow.com

Flying Honey Bee

Pull a string and the wings on this honey bee move and fly around! How fun is that?
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6
honeycomb with kinder suprise bees
pianetabambini.it

Honeycomb

Make some honeycomb using cardboard tubes and then add some bees. These bees are made using black pipe cleaners and the yellow capsules inside of a Kinder Surprise egg! (This site is in Italian, but you can right click to translate it or just follow photos.)
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7
handprint bee puppet craft
kidscraftroom.com

Handprint Bee Puppets

Put on a buzzworthy play with these handprint bee puppets! The doily wings are a fun touch.
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8
paper strip beehive and fingerprint bees
homeschoolpreschool.net

Buzzing Beehive

Kids will have fun making this paper strip beehive and adding in some super cute fingerprint bees!
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9
terra cotta pot bee craft
homemadeheather.com

Plant Pot Bee

Turn dollar store terra cotta pots into fun googly eyed bees with some paint, doilies and other craft supplies you probably already have at home.
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10
bee hotel
happytoddlerplaytime.com

Make A Bee Hotel

This project, while not bee themed, is awesome for attracting and observing bees! By providing a safe space for bees, you’ll be helping to maintain a healthy and diverse garden ecosystem.
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11
Bumble Bee clothespin craft for kids
www.findingzest.com

Clothespin Bumble Bee

Kids will use wooden clothespins, felt, and googly eyes to make these bees. This post also lists some fun variations you can try.
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12
www.frugalmomeh.com

Popsicle Stick Bumble Bee

Who knew a bumble bee could be so cute? Elizabeth knew. Plus, her popsicle stick craft uses pieces of a milk jug for the wings. Great recycle idea!
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13
paper plate bumble bee craft
www.simpleeverydaymom.com

Paper Plate Bee

Paint a paper plate yellow and then use the free template or cut out your own shapes to make this sweet paper plate bee!
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14
how to make bottle cap honey bumble bee party favors for kids
www.condoblues.com

Bottle Cap Bumble Bees

Save up those bottle caps to make these adorable bees! They are all lined up waiting to get their wings.
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15
bumble bee corner bookmark
www.mommymadethat.com

Bumble Bee Corner Bookmark

Make a corner bookmark and then use the free template to add the delightful smiling bee!
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16
bee finger puppets
www.adabofgluewilldo.com

Bee Finger Puppet

Use yellow and black pipe cleaners to wrap around your finger and create a bee finger puppet. Oh, you need to see the super cute photo of Jennifer's son wearing five puppets on one hand!
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17
bubble wrap beehive and pom pom bees
supersimple.com

Create Your Own Beehive

Use bubble wrap to make your own beehive and then hang it from a paper branch. Of course you need to add some bees — these are made from pom poms!
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18
Tic-Tac-Toe clay bees and flowers craft
artsycraftsymom.com

Bee Tic Tac Toe

If you’re a honey-lover, this should make you excited! It is Honey Bees vs Flowers in this cute tic tac toe game. This is an incredibly cute craft and makes for a lovely gift too. This is one of my favorite clay projects for kids ever!
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19
golf ball bees ladybugs birds and frogs
empressofdirt.net

Golf Ball Bees

Learn how to make four different golf ball animals: bee, bird, ladybug, and frog. You will need to drill the holes in the golf balls and then older kids can add wire or younger ones could use pipe cleaners for legs.
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20
pasta bee craft for kids
www.ourkidthings.com

Pasta Bees

Rigatoni bees with macaroni wings — may sound like a dish, but it is just a cute little bee craft! Add this to your list of macaroni art projects.
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21
beehive craft with bees
www.simpleeverydaymom.com

Beehive With Bees

This is another bee craft that uses a milk jug to create wings. These busy bees are buzzing all around that beehive!
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22
wooden spoon bee puppet craft
www.easypeasyandfun.com

Wooden Spoon Bee

Here is another bee puppet idea; a wooden spoon bee! This puppet is good for younger kids.
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23
footprint bee valentine card
nontoygifts.com

Footprint Bee Valentine

Make a bee Valentine card using a footprint! I love the heart shaped antennae.
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24
yarn wrapped cardboard tube bee craft
buggyandbuddy.com

Cardboard Tube Bee

Use black yarn and a cardboard tube to make the striped body of a super cute bee! This toilet paper roll craft is great for the young ones.
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25
squish symmetry art bee craft for kids
www.messylittlemonster.com

Squish Art Bee

This squish art bee is a fun craft for kids to learn symmetry while playing with paint!
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26
pool noodle bee craft
www.andnextcomesl.com

Pool Noodle Bees

Cut up a pool noodle and make some bees. Add them to some string and make them fly!
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27
potato stamped bumble bee craft
www.123homeschool4me.com

Potato Stamped Bumble Bees

Cut out some potato stamps and then let your toddler create stripes for a bee! They'll love adding the little eyes.
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28
easy bee valentine craft
kidpillar.com

Bee Valentine Craft

Use the free template or cut out your own shapes to make this fun DIY Valentine's Day decoration. The accordion fan body is a great idea!
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