10 Super Easy Back to School Crafts for Kindergarten Kids 🍎

Back to School Crafts for Kindergarten. I put this list together because the start of school can sometimes feel a bit frantic, and you don’t always have time for complicated projects.

If you’re a parent or teacher looking for quick, fun, and affordable activities, these simple ideas will help ease into the first weeks. You get activities that help build anticipation and create cute little keepsakes without any stress.

1. Welcome Bus Paper Plate Craft

If you’re looking for a simple way to say “hello” on the first day, try this out.

How to build your welcome bus:

1. Start by painting a paper plate bright yellow.
2. Once dry, cut it in half for the bus body.
3. Add black construction paper wheels and windows with shapes.

Perfecting the message:

1. Use marker to write “WELCOME” on the side.
2. Kids can add their names on small stick figures inside the windows.

2. Easy Name Tag Pencil Bookmarks

For quick-prep activities that don’t require many supplies, these are ideal.

Cutting and naming:

1. Cut out simple pencil shapes from cardstock.
2. Let kids add their names clearly in marker.
3. Add details like an eraser with pink paper.

Personalizing your pencil:

1. Decorate with glitter or stickers.
2. Add a smiley face to the point for fun.

3. Activities Sunglasses for the 100th Day

When you need something truly unique for a mid-year celebration, focus on fun accessories.

Decorating the frames:

1. Cut out large sunglass shapes from colorful paper.
2. Kids cover the frames with tiny numbers and shapes.

Celebrating 100 days:

1. Add text that reads “100 DAYS!” above the lenses.
2. Connect to a discussion about activities you’ve done in that time.

4. Glue Bottle Friend Containers

Have you ever wondered what to do with empty glue bottles before tossing them?

Transforming the bottle:

1. Thoroughly clean and dry an empty white glue bottle.
2. Glue on wiggle eyes and use marker for a smile.

Functional features:

1. Add small pipe cleaner arms and yarn hair.
2. Perfect for holding pencil nubs or small treasures on a desk.

5. DIY Backpack Keyring with Mini Supplies

If your child is obsessed with things that match, try this practical accessory.

Creating the tiny backpack:

1. Cut out two identical backpack shapes from colorful felt.
2. Sew or glue the edges together, leaving an opening at the top.

Adding mini supplies:

1. Add details like tiny straps and a button “closure”.
2. Slip inside paper cutouts of mini pencils and rulers.

6. Clothespin Pencil Friends

Create a little desk companion to make the big first day feel less intimidating.

Painting and assembly:

1. Paint wooden clothespins yellow for the main body.
2. Add pink paint to the top and draw on a face.

Character details:

1. Attach pipe cleaner antennae for ‘feeling’ legs.
2. Glue a small button on for a belly.

7. Crayon Box Photo Magnets

Imagine having a cute reminder of those early school weeks right on your fridge.

Making the frame:

1. Cut out a simple rectangle shape from paper.
2. Add colorful paper triangles across the top for ‘crayons’.

Adding a personal touch:

1. Cut out the center of the bottom part for a photo.
2. Add a small magnet to the back of the whole thing.

8. Recycled Material Desk Organizers

For an organized start where kids get excited to manage their own supplies, make these simple holders.

Preparing the container:

1. Clean out tin cans or old containers.
2. Cover the outside with colorful construction paper or fabric.

Decorating your way:

1. Draw on apples, buses, or other school themes.
2. Fill with markers and pencils.

9. “We belong” Handprint Schoolhouse Poster

If you want to jumpstart community and kindness, create this large poster for the first day of class.

Drawing the school:

1. On a large sheet of paper, draw a big schoolhouse.
2. Paint it with simple shapes and happy windows.

Adding handprints:

1. Kids add their paint handprints around the school.
2. Add the message “WE BELONG” clearly across the top.

10. Yarn Pencil Dusters with Characters

Try this approach when you want to combine a desk accessory with a functional little tool.

Making the character:

1. Attach a small pom-pom character to the eraser end of a pencil.
2. Give it little eyes and a smile.

Assembly and use:

1. Create small shaggy ‘hair’ out of yellow yarn for the character.
2. This hair can actually dust little particles off a desk!

I hope these simple back to school crafts for kindergarten help make those first weeks more fun and less stressful. Sometimes the easiest projects create the best memories. Don’t forget to pin this post for easy inspiration whenever you need it!