Paper cup crafts that elementary school kids will love! A collection of fun project ideas

frolicking paper cup ghost

Since it's Halloween, I want to let the paper cups join in the fun too.

The moment you see “a frolicking paper cup,” you might think, “What’s that supposed to mean?” But if you actually make one, it’s exactly that—and it’s a lot of fun! First, cut two slits on opposite sides of the rim of a paper cup.

Next, loop a rubber band around a battery and secure it with tape.

Then hook the rubber band attached to the battery into the slits in the cup, and you’re done.

Twist the rubber band by spinning the battery, place the cup on a table, and let go of the battery…

The paper cup will frolic around beautifully.

If you draw a little ghost or animal on the cup, it’ll look even more lively and adorable—you won’t be able to help but laugh!

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Hane Keisuke

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Frog instruments

[Kindergarten/Preschool] Let’s all make some noise♪ June Frog “Ribbit-Ribbit” Instrument Craft

This is a project to make a frog-themed instrument.

Prepare a paper cup, a bendable straw, and construction paper, and start by making a frog out of the construction paper.

You can either cut out and glue on all the small parts, or simply draw a frog on the paper.

Next, make a hole in the bottom of the paper cup large enough for the straw to pass through.

Attach the straw to the back of the frog you made first, then thread it through the hole in the cup to complete the frog instrument! The mechanism works by pushing and pulling the straw so that the accordion section of the straw rubs and produces sound.

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SAKI

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Tokotoko Ghost

[Craft] Halloween Walking Pumpkin | DIY: How to Make a Walking Paper Cup Pumpkin

You can make a cute little “toko-toko” ghost that walks in a slightly clumsy way using a pudding cup, a paper cup, an AA battery, a rubber band, and twine.

First, cut slits in the pudding cup.

Next, wrap the rubber band and twine around the battery and attach it to the pudding cup to create the moving mechanism.

Finally, cover it with the decorated paper cup—add a ghost or jack-o’-lantern design—and you’re done! Pull the twine and let go, and the rubber band’s power makes it start toddling along.

It’s a fun craft idea that you can play with over and over after making it.

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Hane Keisuke

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maracas

[Craft Workshop] Let's Make Maracas with Paper Cups [Hakodate Kids Plaza]

These handmade paper cup maracas make a pleasant rattling sound.

Cut straws into pieces about 1 cm long and put them inside a paper cup.

You can also add small items that make sound, such as beads.

Join another paper cup to the rim with tape, and your maracas are ready in no time! Use stickers, crayons, and more to decorate the outside of the cups and enjoy creating your very own original instrument.

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yuri

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Stretchy paper cup animals

Stretchy paper cup animals

This craft is full of ideas using umbrella plastic that really comes in handy during the rainy season! The “Stretchy Paper Cup Animals” change shape, so they make a big impact and kids are sure to love them.

First, decorate a paper cup as your favorite animal, and punch a hole in the paper cup that will go behind the animal.

Next, cut off the lower part of an accordion (bendy) straw, cover it with a halved piece of umbrella plastic, and tape it in place.

Tie a knot in the other piece of plastic, then insert the straw into the hole in the paper cup.

Finally, tape the knotted end to the bottom of the paper cup—and you’re done! Blow into the straw and it stretches way out—it’s so much fun.

Try making different animals and enjoy crafting together as a parent and child!

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miyabi

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crown-shaped headband

Handmade headbands for pretend play ✨ #shorts #childcare #crafts #handmadetoys

Let’s make a cute crown-shaped headband using a paper cup.

First, cut off the rim of the paper cup with scissors, then make multiple small triangles by cutting into the cup.

Attach two half-circle stickers so they sandwich each pointed tip of the triangles, and decorate around them with decorative stickers.

Finally, punch holes in the bottom part of the paper cup and thread the headband base through them to finish! You can also use pom-poms or other decorations on the pointed parts.

Try making it with any decorations you like!

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sasashina

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Tyrannosaurus made from a paper cup

[Summer Vacation Craft] Get all materials at the 100-yen shop! Just paper cups! <Tyrannosaurus・T. rex> [Independent Research] Easy! Can be made in one day! Upcycled craft [For upper elementary grades] A must-see for moms and dads!

With summer vacation nearing its end, many people have probably struggled to come up with a topic for their independent research projects.

In times like that, here’s a great recommendation: a budget-friendly Tyrannosaurus made from paper cups that you can finish in a short time! The only materials you need are paper cups from a 100-yen shop.

It’s super easy, yet the result is a cool, realistic-looking T.

rex.

The basic method is to cut and combine the paper cups.

Use a single color for a sleek look, or mix various colors for a pop-style T.

rex—feel free to customize it however you like!

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miyabi

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