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Recommended for elementary school kids! A collection of fun craft ideas for 2nd graders

Second-grade elementary school students are full of imagination and start becoming interested in playing with friends and making things.

Their dexterity improves, and they begin to show interest in colors and shapes.

This stage in elementary school is an important time for learning the joy of turning their own ideas into tangible forms.

Through crafts, they develop creativity and concentration.

They also gain confidence by experiencing success.

Here, we introduce craft ideas that second graders can enjoy making.

Adults can have fun together too, so please give them a try!

Recommended for elementary school kids! A fun collection of craft ideas for 2nd graders (111–120)

Ghibli food and toys

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Studio Ghibli’s works are captivating not only for their profound storytelling but also for their meticulous visual expression—especially the way food is depicted so enticingly.

This piece is about recreating the look of the foods that appear in Ghibli films and making beautiful mascots using simple materials.

You’ll experiment with details, like kneading adhesive into shape and using paint to create gradients for a realistic finish.

Since achieving a food-like appearance hinges on material choices, it’s crucial to be particular from the very stage of selecting your materials.

fake acrylic keychain

“You really don’t need shrink plastic or resin?” Make an acrylic keychain in 10 minutes with 100-yen shop materials! I cut all the corners and it still turned out super easy ♪ How to make a fake acrylic keychain
fake acrylic keychain

Acrylic keychains are appealing items thanks to their sturdy material, letting you show off the cute designs without worrying much about them breaking when you hang them on a bag.

With that acrylic keychain image in mind, how about making a durable keychain using simple materials? The main component is a sticker of the character you want to feature on the keychain; you cut it out and wrap it with tape to give it an acrylic-like look.

To make it more colorful and more durable, it’s also important to consider which tapes you use and how much you layer them.

Krispy Kreme-style decorated doughnuts

[100-yen shop clay] Krispy Kreme-style decorated donuts
Krispy Kreme-style decorated doughnuts

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts drew attention not only for their taste but also for their colorful appearance.

Focusing on that cute, colorful look, this is about recreating them as mascots.

The base is made by shaping clay in a mold, then adding other colored clays and decorations to embellish it.

It looks fun not only to recreate actual products but also to decorate them in your own way and make original donuts.

How to make a watermelon bar squishy

[Low-Rebound] How to Make a Watermelon Bar Squishy 🍉 Squeeze Toy 🏝 Summer Vacation Craft [Handmade Squishy]
How to make a watermelon bar squishy

Looks just like a real ice pop!? Juicy to the eye and satisfyingly squishy to the touch, the “Watermelon Bar Squishy” is an adorable handmade craft perfect for summer.

It’s an easy yet highly polished project, especially recommended for upper-grade girls.

Start with a sponge from the 100-yen shop and cut it into the shape of a watermelon ice bar.

Carefully paint a red–green–white gradient with acrylic paints.

Recreate the seeds realistically using black paint or clay.

A wooden stick works perfectly for the ice pop handle.

People are sure to say, “That looks delicious!” It’s cute to look at and fun to touch—give this delightful summer science/craft project a try!

Recreating Disney park food!

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Recreating Disney park food!

Perfect for a summer vacation science project! Let’s make a “Little Green Men Squishy.” You know them as popular Disney characters.

These cute and unique Little Green Men can be turned into a squishy with a soft, bouncy feel.

It’s a hands-on craft where you can create a mysterious toy that looks just like the real thing and feels great to squeeze.

All you need are liquid foundation sponges from the 100-yen shop, fast-drying clear glue, and acrylic paint.

Finish a Disney park-style treat that looks real, and enjoy your summer vacation!