75 Simple & Easy Paper Crafts For Kids

Welcome to our list of the best paper crafts for kids you can easily do at home or in the classroom. These are totally “do-able” art and craft activities that use common, inexpensive supplies. You will love these fun and simple craft ideas that will develops kids’ creativity. Bonus, make sure to grab our free 7 days of printable art projects below too!

EASY PAPER CRAFTS FOR KIDS

PAPER CRAFTS FOR KIDS

Paper crafts are wonderful for encouraging creativity and artiness, as well as developing design and engineering skills too!

When it comes to design, one item that is known for being super versatile is paper. Along with folding paper to create a 3D design, you can use stamping, coloring, dyeing and other techniques to create beautiful effects.

Check out any of these fun and simple paper craft ideas below. Click on each image to go to the full supplies list and step by step instructions. We have organized these paper crafts by theme to make it easier for you!

WHY DO ART WITH KIDS?

Children are naturally curious. They observe, explore, and imitate, trying to figure out how things work and how to control themselves and their environments. This freedom of exploration helps children form connections in their brain, it helps them learn—and it’s also fun!

Art is a natural activity to support this essential interaction with the world. Kids need the freedom to explore and experiment creatively.

Art allows children to practice a wide range of skills that are useful not only for life but also for learning. These include the aesthetic, scientific, interpersonal, and practical interactions that can be discovered through the senses, intellect, and emotions.

Making and appreciating art involves emotional and mental faculties!

Art, whether making it, learning about it, or simply looking at it – offers a wide range of important experiences. In other words, it’s good for them!

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