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Recommended for elementary students! A collection of fun craft ideas for 3rd graders

Third graders are growing in their ability to think for themselves and come up with ideas.

They’re full of curiosity and learn many things through play with friends.

It’s also a stage where working with their hands gives them a strong sense of accomplishment.

Here, we introduce craft ideas recommended for third graders.

We’ve gathered projects that spark creativity and are fun to make.

Each one uses everyday materials so kids can enjoy the process of creating something delightful.

Be sure to use this as a guide and try crafts that are enjoyable both while making them and after they’re done!

Recommended for elementary school kids! A fun craft ideas collection for 3rd graders (231–240)

My own handmade instrument

[Summer Vacation Craft] Stand out from the crowd with your very own original instrument! Trombone Edition
My own handmade instrument

Let me show you how to make a trombone with a pleasing tone.

Prepare one thin PVC pipe, one thick PVC pipe, a funnel, vinyl tape, and aluminum tape, and let’s build it.

Slide the thin PVC pipe inside the thick PVC pipe to assemble it.

Insert a cut-off mouthpiece into the thin end and secure it with vinyl tape.

On the opposite end of the thin PVC pipe, wrap aluminum tape to slightly thicken the tip.

The key is to have a small gap when the PVC pipes are nested.

Attach the funnel to the end of the thick PVC pipe, and you’re done.

Blow into it and—surprise! You’ll hear the sound of a trombone.

Cardboard guitar that makes sound

Let's Make a Sound-Making Guitar! [Cardboard Craft]
Cardboard guitar that makes sound

Let’s introduce a fun-to-make cardboard guitar.

Prepare one cardboard box, five rubber bands, a food tray, packing tape, glue, scissors, and a cutting mat, then let’s get started.

Draw a rough outline of a guitar on the opened cardboard and cut out each part along the lines.

Make slits along the long side of the food tray; the depth of the slits will change the sound it produces.

Thread the rubber bands through the slit area.

Attach the food tray to the hole in the guitar body part using packing tape.

Glue the neck and head together.

Then glue the neck and head onto the guitar body to complete it.

Paint it and add decorations to finish your own original guitar!

In conclusion

How was it? We introduced fun craft ideas for third graders that use a variety of easy-to-find materials, are simple to start, and enjoyable even after making them.

Drawing pictures and creating objects let children express their creativity.

Be sure to enjoy the time making things together with the kids, and discover something new along the way!