Creative Crafts Corner

Make easy and fun Monster Windsocks with your kids using simple craft supplies like cardstock, streamers, and yarn. A perfect DIY project for preschoolers and elementary-aged children that doubles as a cute decoration!

Make a splash with this fun and colorful Rainbow Fish Paper Plate Craft! Perfect for preschool and kindergarten kids, this easy project combines painting, cutting, and gluing to create a vibrant ocean friend. Great for summer activities, ocean units, or storytime with The Rainbow Fish.

Looking for fun ways to keep your child reading and learning this summer? ☀️📚
We’ve rounded up our favorite books for ages 3–5 and 6–8 that inspire imagination, spark curiosity, and pair perfectly with hands-on crafts from our Little Dreamers Club boxes. Dive into summer reading fun with stories that your kids will love—and remember!

Looking for a fun, cooperative game that’s perfect for young kids—especially those who aren’t reading yet? Outfoxed! by HABA is a fantastic choice for family game night! In this engaging whodunit, players work together as little detectives, gathering clues to track down a sneaky fox who stole a pie. With simple rules, teamwork-based play, and no reading required, it’s an excellent game for early learners to practice deduction and problem-solving while having a blast.

Turn leftover cardboard tubes into colorful, homemade sidewalk chalk! This simple DIY craft is a fun way to get creative outdoors and only takes a few supplies.

Turn an ordinary cardboard box into a magical Gabby’s Dollhouse-inspired playhouse! This Easy DIY Cardboard Box Dollhouse Craft is a fun and creative way for kids to build and decorate their very own mini home for Gabby and Pandy Paws. Grab your craft supplies and start building today!

Want to turn a sunny day into a delicious science experiment? Learn how to build a DIY solar oven with your child—and harness the power of the sun to make the ultimate summer treat: S’mores!

Got an empty paper towel roll? That’s all you need to spark your child’s imagination with this fun and easy DIY telescope! Whether they’re bird-watching by day or stargazing by night, this craft encourages creativity, curiosity, and outdoor exploration.

Shake, rattle, and craft with Gabby’s Dollhouse! This DIY Tambourine Craft is a fun and easy way for kids to construct a musical instrument and express their creativity. With just a few simple materials, little ones can decorate, assemble, and play their tambourine just like Gabby and her feline friends! Get the full tutorial and start crafting here.

"Did you know you can make a microscope at home using just a googly eye and a little water? This fun and simple DIY project lets kids explore the world up close while learning about magnification and light refraction. Inspired by Lisa Glover from The Highlights Book of Things to Do, this hands-on activity is perfect for curious minds of all ages. Keep reading to find out how to build your own water microscope and discover tiny details like never before!"

"Does your child love pretending to take pictures? With this fun and easy DIY toy camera, they can snap ‘photos’ all day long! This craft, inspired by Highlights Editorial from The Highlights Book of Things to Do, is a perfect way to encourage creative play for kids as young as 2 years old. Using simple household materials like a cardboard tube and a mini cereal box, you can create a toy camera that’s both fun and functional. Keep reading to learn how to make your own!"

"Create a mini garden with this fun and educational terrarium project! Inspired by NASA’s Climate Kids, this simple craft is a perfect way for kids to learn about ecosystems, the environment, and how plants thrive. Using just a few simple materials like a glass container, potting soil, and small plants, you can make a self-contained world that teaches kids about the wonders of nature. Keep reading to find out how to make your own!"