[Indoor Activities] A Collection of Craft Ideas Recommended for Elementary School Students

locked treasure chest

Lockable Treasure Chest [Cardboard Crafting Recipe]

Treasure chests are kind of exciting, aren’t they? And this one even comes with a lock! It’s perfect for curious first graders because they can make it while learning how a lock works.

The process is to use cardboard to create the box, lid, and key parts, then assemble them.

As long as you cut and prepare the parts correctly, you can just glue them together and the build will go smoothly.

Since you’ll be using a hot glue gun to bond the cardboard, be careful to avoid burns while working.

There’s a URL in the video description where you can download the templates, so be sure to check it and give it a try!

Indoor basketball hoop craft

[Easy Craft 063] Mini Basketball Goal – Play Basketball Indoors! Mini Basketball Goal

Let’s play with a handmade basketball set! Here are some ideas for crafting an indoor basketball hoop.

After watching Olympic basketball, many kids probably started admiring the players, right? This time, let’s try making an indoor basketball game you can build and play with.

You’ll need two hangers, yarn, cardboard, scissors, and more.

It’s great because the steps are simple.

This is also a recommended idea for when you want to get moving indoors!

Sweet potato digging craft

Let's make a papercraft for sweet potato digging! An easy fall craft you can make just by sticking things together, using an empty tissue box and newspaper.

Here’s a craft idea that lets you enjoy sweet potato digging indoors.

Cut newspaper into A5-size pieces, roll them up tightly, and tie them with string to make three “potatoes.” Wrap them in purple origami paper to create realistic sweet potatoes.

Cut leaf shapes (heart-shaped) and attach them to the potatoes to make the leaf parts.

Cover an empty tissue box with brown origami paper to resemble soil, then place the potatoes inside—now you’re ready.

When you pull the leaf part, the sweet potato pops out from the “soil.” Using your hands helps stimulate the brain and can serve as rehabilitation, and the charm is that you can enjoy a seasonal tradition while playing.

It’s a craft that’s fun to make and fun to play with, letting you feel the spirit of autumn.

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Watermelon tissue box

[How to Make] Watermelon Tissue Box — Modify a store-bought tissue box to create it!

It’s a bit complicated, but here’s a watermelon-themed tissue box that gives a real sense of accomplishment when you finish.

First, carefully open a box of tissues and remove the tissues inside.

Cut the box into two pieces from the middle of the side.

Take one of the pieces, fold it once in the center, make a small slit, then fold it to a 90-degree angle and secure it with tape.

Take the other piece, make small slits along the edge, and attach it to the box that you folded to 90 degrees.

Fold the box while adding curves so it forms a watermelon shape, then put the tissues you removed back inside.

Since the side is open, glue on some suitable cardstock to cover it.

Trim the corners, then attach red and green fabric to resemble a watermelon, and you’re done.

If you stick rickrack tape around the opening, it looks like a bite has been taken out of the watermelon, which is a fun touch.

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Super Ball keychain

Might be a good Valentine’s Day gift for someone who can’t eat chocolate ☺️💕 #shorts

Let’s make a sparkly candy keychain! Super balls are usually made from rubber or similar materials, and when thrown, they bounce very high—making them a popular toy among kids.

This time, let’s use a super ball to create a keychain.

You’ll need a super ball, an awl, a lollipop stick, a hot glue gun, craft adhesive, decorative materials, and keychain hardware.

Simply poke a hole in the super ball, insert the stick, and attach the parts—an easy idea! It’s sure to delight kids who love cute motifs.

tube strap

With an unexpected item!? Sparkling autumnal charms made with 100-yen store supplies #handmadeToys #easyCrafts #handmade #atHomePlay #DIY #kidsCrafts #preschoolIdeas #preschoolCrafts

You can get all the materials at a 100-yen shop! Here are some ideas for tube straps.

A tube strap is a cute strap made by putting your favorite beads inside a tube.

Use beads in the recipient child’s favorite colors or motifs to create an original strap as a gift.

You’ll need an aquarium air tube, beads, a hot glue gun, and keychain parts.

Attach it to a bag or other belongings to make them easy to spot! It’s also fun to make them together.

Marbles and rubber bands

[Super Easy Craft] Done in 1 Minute! A Spinning Top Made with a Marble and Rubber Bands! #shorts #handmadetoys #spinningtop #craft

It’s a simple-looking craft that doesn’t seem like a spinning top at first glance: just link rubber bands together and attach a marble to each end.

The key is how you spin it.

Hold one marble, then rotate the other in circles to wind the rubber bands around the marble you’re holding.

Once the rubber bands are wound tightly, you’re ready—let go, and the rubber bands unwind, making the two marbles spin around rapidly.

The sight of it gradually expanding and the colorful marbles zipping around is quite striking.

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