For summer vacation homework! Simple and amazing crafts for elementary school students that you’ll want to make after seeing them
A fun summer vacation homework project for kids: crafts! But as children move into the upper grades, they can run out of ideas and worry about making something that doesn’t end up being the same as their friends’.
So here, we’re introducing craft ideas recommended for elementary school students from lower to upper grades.
Many use materials you already have at home or can buy at a 100-yen shop, so they’re easy to try.
The ideas are designed to help kids discover their own unique projects and express their creativity.
Use these as a reference and make some wonderful summer vacation memories!
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For Summer Vacation Homework! Simple and Amazing Crafts for Elementary School Students You’ll Want to Make (211–220)
Made entirely with origami! Triangular accessory case
Make it using only origami! Here’s an idea for a triangular trinket box.
It’s perfect for kids who are good at crafting with origami or for anyone who wants to use the origami paper they have at home to make something.
How about creating a little container to hold small items or parts? All you need to prepare are three sheets of origami paper.
Solid-colored paper works fine, but using your favorite patterns or holographic origami can change the vibe and make it more fun!
Simple salt sand art
https://www.tiktok.com/@watako.hoiku/video/7518559229125364999This is about layering different colors of salt in a glass to create a picture-like, beautiful look.
Start by making colors that match what you want to create: mix paint into the salt to prepare it.
Once your colored salt is ready, simply layer it into the glass.
It’s best to pay attention to the boundaries between colors and avoid overmixing.
After filling the glass, press the layers to compact them—you can aim for more complex shapes this way.
Try various patterns to see what you can achieve.
Lantern shade made with cellophane

Milk cartons made of sturdy material are handy for crafts.
Here’s a simple lantern you can make using a milk carton.
Cut off the spout and the bottom of the carton, then cut window openings in whatever shapes you like.
Cover the windows with cellophane or a thin napkin that lets light through.
Make the cut-out window side the bottom of the lantern, and attach a stand to hold a candle.
Place a candle-shaped light from a dollar store on the stand.
Punch holes at the top, thread a string or wire through to make a handle, and you’re done.
Baking Soda Art
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I want to display it as an interior accent! Here are some baking soda art ideas.
Have you heard of baking soda art? It refers to art created by mixing baking soda with paint, and many people become captivated by its unique textures and feel.
This time, let’s try an easy baking soda art project.
What you’ll need: baking soda, paint, a brush, and a paper plate.
After mixing your favorite color of paint with baking soda, apply it to a canvas and let it dry—that’s it!
Goldfish fan
@mamekibi07 You can easily make a refreshing “goldfish fan” (uchiwa)! If you like, use it as inspiration for your summer room decor!Simple craft#simpleDIY#100-yen shop DIYHow-to videoWith childrenSummer Vacation CraftIndependent ResearchGoldfishGoldfish Bowl#Uchiwa#HandmadeUchiwaDaisoCrafting GirlTranslation
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Let’s make a refreshing skeleton fan! Here are some goldfish fan ideas.
How about creating a pierced, see-through fan that looks beautiful even when held up to the blue sky? This time, the goldfish motif gives it a uniquely summery, beautiful design! You’ll need a clear plastic sheet, a fan base, a thick straw, masking tape, a stapler, goldfish stickers, artificial aquatic plants, rhinestones, glue, and double-sided tape.
It’s great that just by changing the placement of the stickers, you can create a fan that matches your own vision.
[Origami] Three-dimensional Hydrangea
![[Origami] Three-dimensional Hydrangea](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gJtubP1ON8I/sddefault.jpg)
Make it with origami! Here are some ideas for creating three-dimensional hydrangeas.
It’s exciting to craft delicate, glamorous hydrangeas yourself, isn’t it? This time, how about making hydrangeas in your favorite colors using origami paper? You’ll need origami paper, Tant paper, a frame, a white pen, pearl beads, a craft knife, precision scissors, tweezers, glue, and a glue bottle, among other items.
It’s also a great project when you want to focus on making something, or when you want to create a seasonal gift.
Butterfly flower hair clip

Let’s make adorable butterfly and flower clips.
In the video, the butterfly part uses store-bought pieces, but you can also cut your own from sturdy materials like construction paper.
First, decorate the butterfly freely with colored pencils or beads.
Then simply use a hot glue gun to attach the butterfly to a clip, and you’re done! You can make the flowers the same way: punch out lots of flower shapes from origami or construction paper, layer them, and glue them to a clip.
They’re perfect not only for holding books and notebooks, but also as cute interior decorations.
These bright, cheerful accessories will liven up your mood—give them a try!



