12 Easy Summer Crafts for Kids

Lately most of our days have been spent cooling off at the pool, eating popsicles, and enjoying the slower rhythms of summer.

Towards the end of July I am always on the hunt for fun things to keep my girls occupied. Since it’s so hot this time of year, staying outside all day isn’t always an option.

What better way to beat the heat than with an afternoon full of crafts?

These 12 Easy Summer Crafts for Kids are the perfect way to mix up your Summer routine with a little creativity.

DIY Fruit Fans

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Newspaper Shark Craft

Blue Cardstock – Newspaper – White Cardstock – Black Cardstock – Googly Eyes – Scissors – Gluestick

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Water Bottle Wind Spirals

Scissors – Water Bottles – Sharpies

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Popsicle Stick S’mores

Paint Brushes – Large Popsicle Sticks – Brown Cardstock – Acrylic Paint – Craft Bond Glue

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Easy Watermelon Slime

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Easy Starfish Craft for Kids

White Construction Paper – Crayons or Watercolor Paint – Gem Stickers – Scissors

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Painting with Bubbles

Bubbles – Food Coloring – White Cardstock – Straws – Plastic Cups – Painter’s Tape

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Ladybug Painted Rocks

Patio Paint – Smooth Rocks – Paint Brushes – Mod Podge

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Fingerprint Pineapple Craft

Washable Paint – White Cardstock – Paint Brushes

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Squirt Gun Painting

Waterguns – Watercolors – Watercolor Paper – Hinge Clips

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Popsicle Resist Art

Watercolors – Watercolor Paper – Paint Brushes – Glue Gun

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Freezer Paint Popsicles

Popsicle Mold – Tempura Paints – Popsicle Sticks

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Aren’t these ideas so fun and happy? I love how they celebrate all things summer! Which idea(s) will you be trying with your kiddos?

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