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Here are 30+ easy and fun bird crafts that kids will enjoy making. These crafts are perfect for rainy days, school projects, or just a relaxing afternoon activity!
Welcome to a flutter of fun today – I’m excited to jump into the colorful and chirpy world of bird crafts! Today, we’re going to combine a little learning with a lot of creativity, featuring over 25 delightful craft ideas designed just for kids. So, if you’ve got young crafters eager to explore and create, you’re in the perfect spot!
Why do kids love birds so much? Maybe it’s because birds are like nature’s superheroes. They can fly, sing incredible tunes, and even perform amazing aerial acrobatics right in our backyards! Birds come in dazzling colors and shapes, and learning about them can be just as fun as watching them.
That’s why we’ve put together a treasure trove of bird craft ideas that will not only teach your kids about these fascinating creatures but also let them have tons of fun along the way.
Each craft is a mini adventure on its own, encouraging your little ones to spread their wings and fly into a world of imagination and creativity.
They’ll get to work with their hands, which is great for developing fine motor skills, and they’ll learn to follow instructions and solve problems as they figure out how to put each craft together. Plus, they’ll learn fun facts about birds that will make the crafts even more meaningful.
For instance, did you know that birds are believed to have evolved from dinosaurs? Or that the smallest bird, the bee hummingbird, is only about 2 inches long? Imagine crafting something that tiny!
And here’s a heartwarmer: flamingos find a mate and stick with them for life, sometimes for more than 50 years. Your kids can create their own flamingo couples and imagine their lifelong stories!
Our DIY bird crafts are perfect for a rainy day, a sunny afternoon in the park, or even a quiet weekend at home. Whether it’s creating a colorful cardboard tube parrot, assembling a cute paper plate owl, or making a little paper nest, these crafts are designed to bring joy and a sense of achievement.
Kids will love showing off their finished creations, and they might just become little bird experts along the way!
So, grab your glue sticks, scissors, and paint, and let’s get ready to make some amazing bird crafts that will keep your kids engaged and learning.
Scroll down to start your bird crafting adventure and watch your little ones’ creativity take flight. Let’s DIY and learn about birds in the most entertaining way possible!
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Cindy created these cute little birdies with her son for an 'N is for nest' activity. I am in love with those adorable chalk rubbed cotton ball chicks!
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This sweet hummingbird craft is such a cute way to use a handprint and footprint! Make sure the little ones don't take off before you wash off the foot.
Kids can learn about the Pukeko bird — one of New Zealand's native birds — with this paper plate craft. Plus, there are some Pukeko facts in this post!
Create this delightful birdhouse with a momma and baby bird as a Mother's Day present, or just because! The cupcake liners work well for the birds and the sun.
A plastic spoon, paper and pipe cleaners make up this eagle. I like that they painted the handle of the spoon brown and left the head white for the bald eagle!
Learn how to make 4 different golf ball animals: bird, bee, 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.
Look at these delightful clothespin birds! Just paint the clothespins and glue on some feathers. Clip them to a dowel and they are hanging on a branch.
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.
