When the weather outside is cold and dreary, nothing beats cozying up indoors for some creative fun!
Keeping kids entertained—and engaged—during the long winter months can be a challenge, but these easy and adorable winter crafts for kids are here to help.
From fluffy snowmen to shimmering snowflakes, we’ve gathered winter-themed projects that are perfect for little hands.
Get ready to banish the boredom with these simple, low-mess activities that are guaranteed to bring warmth and creativity to your home all season long!
Winter Crafts for Kids
Snowman Paper Plate Craft
Turn an ordinary paper plate into an adorable snowman with this simple paper plate snowman craft!
Using our free printable template, kids can easily cut out and glue the eyes, nose, and mouth onto the plate.
It’s a quick, low-mess activity that is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers practicing their cutting and gluing skills.
Winter Tree Craft
With this snowy tree craft, children can create their own charming winter scene with just a few simple supplies.
The end result is a lovely art project perfect for displaying at home or at school.
Snowflake Sponge Painting Craft
Get creative with this fun sponge-painting snowflake crafts for kids! This craft is easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers but is also lots of fun for older kids as well.
Includes snowflake and card templates for lots of crafting fun.
Penguin Tissue Paper Craft
This super cute penguin is so simple to make- all you need is tissue paper and the free template!
It’s a fun winter project that looks adorable when complete.
Winter Mittens Kids Craft
Cozy on up for some winter crafting with this easy paper mitten art project!
This craft couldn’t be easier to make using the free template and the end product can be hung up as a decoration or as a Christmas ornament.
Snowy Owl Paper Plate Craft
Learn all about arctic animals with this snowy owl paper plate craft.
This is a easy and engaging craft to make at home or in the classroom this winter.
Melted Snowman Tissue Paper Craft
This melted snowman craft uses crumpled white tissue paper for a textured, snowy scene!
Kids use a free template to create the snowman’s hat, scarf, and facial features, then glue them onto the tissue paper base.
It’s a fantastic art project that encourages creativity and is simple enough for even the youngest crafters.
Final Thoughts
Whether you choose a cheerful paper plate face or a unique melting masterpiece, these simple winter crafts offer fantastic opportunities for creative play.
So grab your supplies, get crafting, and enjoy making some wonderful, seasonal memories with your kids!
