Kids Crafts Archives - Just a Basic Mama

“How To Draw A Kangaroo” Worksheet From Little Passports

The school year has begun for most of us, and it’s anything but normal. Even if your kids are in school full time, it’s not normal because of masks and social distancing, etc. A lot of kids are even home still, remote learning, or in some weird hybrid model. That’s why I was super excited […]View post →

KiwiCo Activity Subscription Box For Kids

I first heard about KiwiCo through another blogger I follow on Instagram. When we purchased our first box, my son really enjoyed them. But as he got a little older and he continued to receive his own mail, he absolutely fell in love with them! He now gets so excited when his KiwiCo box comes […]View post →

8 Mess Free Crafts for Kids

They say it’s all about the process over product when it comes to kids arts and crafts. But sometimes, us moms want mess-free crafts that are simple for our kids, right? These projects I’m going to share with you aren’t only simple, they will be forever-memories and create a wonderful keepsake for you, too. Enjoy […]View post →

A Pumpkin Patch Craft Using Chalkola Dot Markers

This blog contains an affiliate link. If you make a purchase I may make a commission. It is your choice for any purchases you make. Pumpkins give me so many ideas for crafts. They’re easy and versatile. And you probably have the supplies to make them right at home, no matter what the craft. They […]View post →

How To Make Slime Using Elmer’s Glue

Recently I’ve seen a lot of advertisements for Elmer’s Glue Slime. I’ve seen TV commercials and posts on Instagram, so I wanted to try it for myself. And I’m so glad I did. You only need 3 ingredients and you probably have them in your house. Elmer’s has a huge variety of glue you can […]View post →

A Super Fun and Easy Science Experiment Using Only 2 Ingredients

OOBLECK. Such a fun word to say, right? I use to make this when I worked in daycare. It’s such a fun science experiment for kids 2 years old and up. The best part is it’s only 2 ingredients and you are bound to have them in your house already. So What Is Oobleck? Without […]View post →

The Perfect Spring Coffee Filter Butterfly Craft For Your Kids

I’ve been hyping up this butterfly craft on my Instagram for a couple weeks, so hopefully everyone loves it! This cute and easy craft is so pretty for spring time. If you’re a teacher, your classroom will look bright and cheery with these hanging from the ceilings! If you’re doing these with your kids at […]View post →

A Simple and Pretty Hand Print Flower Craft for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re like me you probably have not gotten any mother in your life a gift yet. (Seriously, the countdown is on…T -3 days!) I have created this extremely easy hand print flower craft for you to make with your child, no matter what age they are for […]View post →

Cute Little Bunny Craft For Easter

Spring time and Easter make for some super cute craft ideas, am I right? There’s something about those pastel colors and cute little woodland creatures that make my mood a little bit better. When I was working in daycare I use to rake through teacher books and Pinterest all the time to find cute and […]View post →

Fun and Easy Rain Drop Craft for Kids

Looking for a cute and simple spring craft for your kids or classroom? We made this adorable rain drop craft at our favorite Library Story Hour this week! I love simple crafts that you probably already have the supplies for at home. This craft works on scissor skills and gluing skills. Lots of fine motor […]View post →