[For 5-year-olds] Crafts to try in July! Ideas that capture the season
Five-year-olds are getting better at using their hands to do all kinds of things.
At this stage, their desire to try new things really grows.
So here, we’re introducing July crafts that are perfect for five-year-olds.
We’ve prepared lots of ideas, from summer-themed transparent creations to fun Tanabata decorations.
Enjoy a fun time with the children while nurturing their creativity.
Because items made by children are treated as works, we consistently use the term “seisaku” (制作) in the main text.
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[5-year-olds] Crafts to try in July! Seasonal ideas (41–50)
Puni Puni Fruit
They look just like the real thing! Here are some ideas for squishy, jiggly fruits.
Have you heard of nano tape? It’s a kind of tape with super strong adhesion that can be reused, and it’s apparently great for kitchens and DIY projects.
Let’s use this amazing nano tape to make squeezies.
In the video, bananas, watermelons, strawberries, and grapes are recreated to look glossy and bouncy, making you want to craft them with your kids.
Definitely give it a try!
[5-year-olds] Crafts to try in July! Ideas that capture the season (51–60)
Crispy Slime Pretzel
Just like candy! Here are some ideas for crispy slime pretzels.
They’re super cute to look at, too! We’ll show you ideas for making crispy slime.
When you think of slime, many people probably imagine a soft texture that stretches out.
This time, let’s transform slime into a crispy form and have fun with it.
What you’ll need: molds, a melamine sponge, candle wax, parchment paper, and toothpicks.
Be sure to work together with a parent or teacher when making this.
The finished crispy slime looks just like candy, but please play with it without putting it in your mouth.
Goldfish scooping made with construction paper
Let’s make it with simple steps! Here are some ideas for making a goldfish scooping game out of construction paper.
Wouldn’t it be fun to recreate the goldfish scooping you see at festivals and food stalls at your preschool or at home? This time, let’s try making a goldfish scooping game using construction paper and paper plates.
You’ll need long, thin strips of colored construction paper, paper plates, a stapler, scissors, cellophane tape, glue, and stickers.
Make the goldfish out of colored paper and the poi (scooping paddle) out of paper plates.
Even without water, putting them in something like a kiddie pool should create the right atmosphere.
fish
Let’s try folding an origami fish.
Fish live in the water, so they’re one of those things that make us feel cool and refreshed.
First, fold the paper in half, then fold it in half again, and bring the two corners toward the center.
Now flip it over and again bring the two corners from the other side toward the center.
Next, fold it diagonally, then fold it in half with the white side tucked inside.
After that, just flip it over and draw an eye.
Try making fish in various colors and sizes.
Lining up lots of fish will make it feel even cooler.
A Tanabata decoration in just one minute
Let’s make some cute Tanabata decorations for the Star Festival in July.
These Tanabata decorations can be finished in no time.
Get your scissors, origami paper, and glue ready, and let’s get started.
We’ll sketch on the origami and make accordion-style woven chains and shell ornaments by folding and cutting.
Using patterned or glitter origami will make your decorations look wonderful.
From around the middle preschool age, when children get used to using scissors, they might even be able to try some slightly more challenging cutting techniques!
Fireworks stamp using a toilet paper roll
Let’s make stamps using toilet paper tubes and use them to paint fireworks.
You’ll need a few toilet paper tubes, black construction paper, paints, and a tray for the paint.
Draw guide lines on the tubes so you don’t cut too far, then use scissors to make fine cuts up to the lines.
After cutting, flare the cut sections outward.
Make several of these; if you vary the fineness and depth of the cuts to create different types, the final result will be more interesting.
Dip the stamps in paint and press them onto the black paper, and you’re done.
Full-bloom Fireworks of Lace Paper
You can use lace paper as a stencil to paint very beautiful fireworks.
First, fold the lace paper and add patterns even to the parts without holes, then cut them out.
The more patterns you add, the more places the paint will stick, making it look more luxurious.
Once you’ve finished cutting, unfold it and lay it flat on black construction paper, then paint over the top.
Peel it off gently, and beautiful fireworks will appear.
Choosing brighter colors will create a more striking contrast with the black paper.
Give it a try!