[For 4-year-olds] Crafts to make with preschoolers in July and August: Creative activities that let kids feel the summer

Tanabata decorations

[Craft] Simple and cute! Four types of Tanabata decorations 🎋✨

Let’s make Tanabata decorations with the children in preparation for the Star Festival.

There are many ways to make them, so choose a method that’s easy for your class to try.

Making lanterns is good practice for using scissors—be sure to draw guide lines first.

Also, Tanabata decorations look much more festive when they’re colorful.

If you use patterned origami that you don’t usually use, the children will likely exclaim, “So pretty!” at the results.

It would be great if you could make lots and hang them up.

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Five types of summer origami

[In 2 Minutes] Simple and Cute! 5 Types of Summer Origami

Why not use a summery watermelon-themed origami for your craft activity? First, glue a sheet of red origami paper to a sheet of green origami paper to make one piece.

Crease it along the diagonal, then cut along the crease with scissors.

Fold up the base of the triangular piece, and by repeating the fold-and-tuck steps, you’ll have a watermelon! Because there are some detailed steps, aim this for ages 3 and up, with a teacher providing assistance.

Once it’s finished, draw the seeds with a pen.

Try making lots of these origami accents to add a special touch to your crafts.

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Handmade yo-yo

[Summer Festival Craft] Easy Yo-Yo Fishing – Simple for Toddlers and Elementary School Kids! Make and Play: Kids’ Craft

Let’s make and play with the classic water-balloon yo-yo from summer festivals using paper.

Punch holes at the top and bottom of four strips of construction paper.

Fold each strip in half to make a crease, then open them.

Glue their centers and layer them radially.

From the inside, thread a chenille stem (pipe cleaner) through the holes in order, twisting its tip so it won’t slip out.

To make the chenille stem into a loop, thread it again through the last strip and secure it with double-sided tape to finish the yo-yo.

It looks cute if you add patterns with stickers or pens, and you can also enjoy a yo-yo fishing game by making a rod with disposable chopsticks, a chenille stem, and kite string.

When making holes in the paper, use an awl, but since it’s dangerous for children, have an adult handle that step.

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Origami crab

How to fold a crab with origami

Let’s try folding a crab with origami.

It’s suitable for ages 4 and up, and it’s a versatile piece you can use as an accent in crafts or as a motif in collaborative projects.

While crabs are often imagined as red, children’s creativity knows no bounds—let them fold with any color they like.

For the eyes, using googly-eye stickers helps create the look of cute, round, protruding eyes and enhances the overall feel.

Crabs are great for all kinds of scenes, from ocean-themed crafts to aquarium displays.

Make lots of them with the kids and have fun together!

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Sunflowers drawn with fingertips

Sensory Play: Finger-Painted Sunflowers 🌻 | A Craft Idea for Babies (Suitable from 0 Years Old)

Here’s a sunflower art idea that even 0-year-olds can enjoy using their fingertips! Place blobs of paint on white drawing paper in the shape of a sunflower and add a small amount of water.

Next, put the paper inside a storage bag.

By spreading the paint from the outside of the bag, children can enjoy a sensory play experience without getting their hands dirty! They’ll love the squishy feel and watching the colors blend, making it easy to introduce even in infant classes.

To finish, take the paper out of the bag, let it dry, and add a frame made from black construction paper.

With the frame, each child’s unique creation becomes a delightful piece of art.

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Morning glories made with dyed paper

[Kindergarten/Daycare] Try paper dyeing with paint in July! Summer Morning Glory art and crafts

One of the things to look forward to as summer approaches is the morning glory.

Let’s use brightly colored dyed paper to express these flowers! First, cut a circle from washi paper, fold it, and dab paint onto the top so it soaks in; once it’s dry, unfold it.

Next, make leaves, vines, and a pot from construction paper and combine them with your dyed-paper morning glories.

If you use washi that absorbs paint well, you can beautifully recreate morning glories in soft, pale tones.

Coloring only the outer edges of the petals will make them look even more realistic.

You’ll end up with a summery piece that highlights each child’s individuality.

Be sure to include this in your summer craft ideas!

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Painting with ice paints

[Nursery & Kindergarten] Drawing with ice!? Perfect summer-colored water play ❄️

If you’re looking for a cool idea perfect for summer, why not try painting with ice? This activity involves freezing water mixed with paint and using it to draw.

Prepare a palette with compartments, paints for coloring, and straws to serve as handles.

The key is to mix the paint a bit on the thick side.

When freezing, to keep the straws from tipping over, cover the palette with aluminum foil after the paint is mixed, poke holes, and insert the straws through them.

Slightly thicker drawing paper may also be better, as it’s less likely to tear.

Don’t set a specific composition or theme—let the kids enjoy free drawing.

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