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Craft Activities for Ages 3-5

Craft Activities for Ages 3-5

 

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Look What I Can Do!
by Risa Young
Make a book that shows off your child's favorite physical feats.
Five Little Monkeys
These homemade finger puppets will have your child singing and giggling.
Homemade Movies
by Robin Smith
Roll the “film” to show off your child's documentation skills.
Dream Catcher
This easy Native American craft is a piece of history your child can use today.
Get the Scoop With a Sticker Schedule
Wonder what your child did at preschool today? Help him tell you with a visual calendar.
Round the World
Imagine becoming a world traveler with an individualized storybook.
Winter Wonderland Mobile
Create an indoor winter wonderland with this cool craft for ages 4-5.
Skinny Sculptures
by Robin Smith
Bendable wire and clay shows how the human figure takes shape.
Fabric Freeze
Try this cool, artsy activity to learn about physical science.
P&C April 2007 Windstock project
Winsome Wind Sock
by Megan Pflug
Watch what the weather can do.
Search and Sort
Use wrapping paper or magazines to make your own matching game cards.
Flower Power
Flower fabric prints make great gifts.
Come Along With Me!
Give new life to a well-loved stuffed animal by making it into a pull toy.
Friendly Neighborhood
Set the stage for dramatic adventures when you build your own town.

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