[Childcare] Let's make and display in May! Wall Decoration Craft Ideas
When we think of May, it’s that pleasant season between spring and the rainy season, isn’t it?
That said, when it comes to May wall displays, many teachers may be struggling to come up with motifs.
You want to decorate with a fresh, May-like vibe, right?
Beyond Children’s Day, we’ve gathered a variety of ideas—materials and recyclables, colorful elements that capture the season, and both flat and three-dimensional shapes—so you can create wonderful wall displays that convey the vibrant time of year.
Please use them for inspiration.
We’d be happy if, through these projects, children develop an interest in the seasons and traditional events.
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[Childcare] Let's make and display in May! Wall decoration craft idea collection (41–50)
Butterflies made by dyeing with colored water
Let me show you how to make butterflies dyed with colored water.
Prepare kitchen paper towels, construction paper, pipe cleaners, tape, scissors, paint, and empty containers.
Cut the paper towels into four equal pieces, stack them, and tie the center with a pipe cleaner.
Round off both ends of the paper towels with scissors, then unfold them to form the butterfly’s wings.
Dissolve the paint to make colored water in your favorite shades, and dip the paper-towel butterfly in to add color—your spring-like butterfly is complete.
Add a face made from construction paper to create your own cute, original butterfly!
Butterflies drawn with colored ice water
Also great as a sensory play activity! Here’s an idea for painting butterflies using ice made from colored water.
It’s a highly recommended sensory play activity! The chill of the ice combined with the vivid colors will engage children’s senses, making the creative process fun.
As they watch the ice melt, they can enjoy the way the colors spread, making it a fulfilling activity.
It’s also nice to do on warm days out on the terrace or in the playground.
A wonderful idea to enjoy both coolness and art!
Butterflies made from footprints
It’s great that even children in the infant class can make this! Here are some butterfly craft ideas using footprints.
Using footprints in crafts is wonderful because you can keep them as a record of growth.
When you look back, seeing the size and shape from that time will help you feel how much they’ve grown.
This time, let’s arrange a child’s footprint into the shape of a butterfly.
For the butterfly wings, it’s nice to add stickers or cut out pieces from drawing paper with scribbles.
Be sure to give it a try!
Butterfly made with felt
Combine different materials to create your favorite butterfly! Here are some felt butterfly ideas.
It’s a good idea to prepare a few types of materials in addition to felt so children can choose and mix them on their own.
Cutting the inner materials smaller than the outer ones enhances the butterfly’s three-dimensional look.
You can also use jute twine instead of pipe cleaners.
Making a favorite butterfly while enjoying the softness and colors of felt is sure to be a fun time for kids.
three-dimensional butterfly
The softly rounded shape is adorable! Here’s an idea for three-dimensional butterflies.
Decorating with 3D creations will make your room feel bright and festive! The gentle, fluffy butterfly form gives off a warm, soothing vibe, so it’s highly recommended.
You’ll need tissue paper, tape, pipe cleaners, scissors, round stickers, and clear bags.
The steps are simple, making it perfect for even infant classes to try—another great plus.
Give it a try!