Recommended for elementary school students! A fun collection of craft ideas for first graders
A first grader with a strong sense of curiosity who is sensitive to colors and shapes.
They also enjoy playing with friends and are beginning to discover the fun of cooperation.
This is a great time for drawing pictures and making things.
As their fine motor skills start to develop, why not let them explore different materials and enjoy crafting?
Here, we’ll introduce easy, fun craft ideas you can try.
Have fun unleashing your imagination by making all kinds of things with friends, at school, or with your family.
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Recommended for Elementary School Kids! Fun Craft Ideas for First Graders (21–30)
Infinity Cube made from a milk carton
The endlessly flippable infinity cube is so much fun, isn’t it? Let’s make one using milk cartons.
First, wash and dry the cartons, then prepare two cartons with the top and bottom cut off.
Cut each one into eight vertical strips to make 16 long, narrow pieces.
Next, use two pieces to make one cube.
There’s a trick to how the cubes are connected, so be careful not to connect them the wrong way.
Once you’ve connected them correctly, stick origami paper on top, and you’re done.
Cute mysterious bottle
A mysterious bottle where two liquids won’t mix even when tilted.
It’s a fun idea that works great as interior decor or a small gift.
First, fill the bottle about halfway with baby oil.
Next, add colored water tinted with food coloring.
Put in glitter or holograms as you like, cap it, and decorate the bottle to make it cute—and you’re done! The method is very simple, so even younger elementary school children can enjoy making it.
Along with the craft, try summarizing both your own ideas and the correct explanation for why baby oil and water don’t mix.
Puru-Koro Soap
It’s like a jewel! Let me show you how to make cute, jiggly soap.
You’ll need liquid hand soap, gelatin, hot water, and food coloring.
Dissolve the gelatin in hot water, then mix in the liquid hand soap.
The trick is to stir slowly so it doesn’t foam.
Add food coloring, pour into a flat container, and chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours.
Then just cut it into your favorite shapes and you’re done! It looks adorable and might make handwashing more fun.
Just be careful to prevent small children from accidentally swallowing it.
Soccer penalty shootout game
Let’s make our own game and play! Here’s an idea for a soccer penalty kick game.
It’s a great idea for those who are tired of the toys they have at home or who want to try making a game themselves.
Build a PK game and play with your family and friends! Since you’ll assemble it using cardboard and straws, it should be an exciting, hands-on project.
When using tools like a drill or a hot glue gun, be sure to check how to use them and the safety rules together with a parent or guardian before giving it a try.
How to make a paper-cup kendama
This is a paper-cup kendama made with a paper cup and plastic bottle caps.
First, poke a hole in the center of the bottom of the paper cup and thread a 60 cm piece of yarn through it.
Be careful not to hurt yourself when making the hole.
Tie a knot at the end of the yarn so it won’t slip out, and secure it to the outside bottom with cloth tape.
Tie a knot in the other end of the yarn as well, place it between two plastic bottle caps facing each other, and fasten them together with cloth tape.
That’s all it takes to complete the main body! After that, customize it with stickers or markers in any design you like.
It’s great because even kids who struggle with a real kendama can have fun and play together!
