29 Best May Crafts for Kids
May is a month filled with exciting celebrations and the beauty of spring, making it the perfect time for kids to get creative with various fun crafts. These 29 May crafts for kids offer a fun way to embrace the season and the spirit of the month. From colorful May flowers to unique Mother’s Day gifts, there’s something for every occasion.
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Materials Needed for May Crafts
Some common materials are needed for many of these May crafts listed below. Remember, this list is not all-inclusive; specific crafts may require additional items.
May Spring Crafts
May is the perfect time to get crafty with your little ones, and we’ve rounded up 29 fun and easy May crafts for preschoolers and beyond to celebrate the joys of spring! Enjoy!
1. Paper Plate Ladybug
This ladybug craft is the epitome of spring! Simply grab a paper plate, and you’ll be on your way to make this easy May craft, perfect for spring!
Don’t miss out on these adorable and creative bug crafts that your kids will absolutely love!
2. Paper Plate Bumble Bee
This simple paper plate bee will be the buzz of your craft table, keeping your little ones happily creating while they learn about these amazing pollinators in a fun and hands-on way!
3. Spring Cards
There’s nothing like a cute handmade card to make someone feel special. Kids will love making these fun bug cards to send to loved ones.
4. Paper Frog
Hop into crafting fun with this adorable paper plate frog craft! It’s an easy and engaging activity perfect for kids to practice their creativity and fine motor skills. Pair this craft with a fun frog-themed book like ‘I Don’t Want to Be a Frog’ for an extra splash of froggy fun!
5. Frog Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Turning some old toilet paper rolls into fun frog friends is easy. Use the printable template and some green paint to make it happen.
6. Egg Carton Caterpillars
Since spring is a time of renewal, it’s the perfect time of year for some upcycled crafts. This May craft turns an empty egg carton into a fun, colorful caterpillar.
7. Paper Plate Butterfly
Let your child’s creativity take flight with this colorful paper plate butterfly craft! It’s a fun and easy activity, perfect for little hands. Pair it with the enchanting book ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ to bring this craft to life with a classic butterfly tale!
8. Coffee Filter Butterflies
Add a splash of color to your day with this vibrant coffee filter butterfly craft! It’s an easy and fun activity that lets kids experiment with colors and patterns while creating their own fluttering masterpieces.
9. Life Cycle of a Butterfly
Explore the magic of metamorphosis with this engaging life cycle of a butterfly craft! Kids will love learning how a tiny caterpillar transforms into a beautiful butterfly through this hands-on activity. Make spring even more exciting with the Insect Lore Butterfly Growing Kit—a fun way to watch real caterpillars grow and change right at home!
10. Peanut Butter Bird Feeder
Bring nature to your backyard with this easy toilet paper roll peanut butter bird feeder craft! It’s a fun and simple activity that helps kids connect with wildlife while creating a tasty treat for feathered friends.
Pair it with a Kids’ Bird Watching Kit to make birdwatching even more exciting!
11. Melted Crayon Butterflies
Speaking of upcycling, it’s always a shame to throw out little broken crayon bits that are too small for coloring. But they are perfect for these melted crayon butterflies, which can also teach kids about symmetry.
12. Apple Bird Feeder
This fun and easy apple bird feeder craft will attract feathered friends to your yard! It’s a simple and engaging way for kids to get creative while helping nature. All you need are a few basic supplies, and you’ll have a tasty treat for the birds in no time!
Keep the Apple fun going with these free Apple templates!
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13. Flower Fairy Craft
This is the perfect craft to come back to again and again. Kids can gather materials from nature to make these beautiful paper doll fairies, and no two will ever be alike.
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14. 3D Spring Flower Craft
These 3D spring flowers are a great way to have fun and develop developmental skills. A printable template is available, and painting and folding offer fine motor skill work opportunities.
15. Printable Flower Wreaths
Bring some cheer into the home with this beautiful May craft. Print the wreath template, and kids can color it however they wish. The 3D butterflies add an extra touch that is hard to beat.
16. Pom Pom Flower Bookmark Craft
This May craft is perfect for kids who love to read. Making the adorable pom-pom flowers is easy and fun, and when the crafting is done, the kids will have their own custom bookmark to use.
17. Clothespin Flowers
With this fun craft project, kids can make a whole tulip garden. Be sure to download the template, making this craft easy even for preschoolers.
18. Spring Flower Collage Art
Here’s the perfect project for a spring day that needs more color. Use the template to make many flower parts on different papers, then let kids assemble tons of bright flowers however they like.
Mother’s Day Crafts
19. Mother’s Day Flower Pot Craft
DIY Mother’s Day gifts can be a challenge since Mom is often the main crafter in many households. But this flower pot project is the perfect blend of elegance and simplicity, so Mom can get a surprise gift this year.
20. Cactus Handprint
Create a heartfelt keepsake with this adorable cactus handprint craft, perfect for a Mother’s Day card! This sweet and simple project lets kids share love in a creative way, making it a cherished gift mom will treasure forever.
Be sure to check out these other adorable Mother’s Day handprint ideas!
21. Mother’s Day Suncatcher Craft
This cute idea would make a perfect Mother’s Day gift for any mom. The suncatcher will light up the room with a burst of color, and it proudly states, “I Love You, Mom.”
22. Salt Dough Recipe Necklaces
Salt dough ornaments and decorations are a classic and for a good reason. Kids can easily work with them, and it dries hard enough to make crafts that will last.
23. Mother’s Day Flower Pot Craft
This Mother’s Day craft is a quick, cute idea that lets the kids get involved. Print up the printable flower bouquet, and have the kids answer prompts about Mom on each flower.
24. Mother’s Day ‘You Rock’ Card and Painted Rock Craft
What a cute idea for Mom! This printable card goes perfectly with a hand-painted rock, letting Mom know she rocks.
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25. Mexican Paper Flowers
Paper flowers are a huge part of Mexican culture and grace homes all over. These gorgeous pops of color are easy to make and will make things look amazing.
26. Paper Bag Mariachi Craft
Mariachi music is a uniquely Mexican art form that can be heard throughout the continent. These paper bag mariachi puppets can act out an entire concert, with the right playlist adding some musical accompaniment.
Also, don’t miss out on these fun paper bag puppet crafts—perfect for hours of creative fun and imaginative play!
27. Paper Plate Cactus Craft
Add some fun flora with a Mexican flair to your celebration this year. Use the printable template to make these paper plate cacti that are too cute.
Star Wars Day
28. Yoda Puppet Star Wars Craft
When the first season of The Mandalorian came out, the world became obsessed with Baby Yoda. He’s still a cultural phenomenon, and kids will surely flip over this printable Baby Yoda puppet.
29. DIY Star Wars Paper Hats
Get the kids ready for a Star Wars marathon this May the 4th with these DIY paper Star Wars hats. The printables include five popular characters from the series, ready to color and turn into headbands.
May Day Crafts for Kids – Summary
Get ready for a fun-filled month with 29 creative May crafts for kids! From vibrant flower projects to nature-inspired activities, this collection is perfect for celebrating spring and all its beauty.
Whether you’re looking for simple craft ideas to brighten up the classroom or fun family activities for a rainy day, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to keep your little ones entertained and crafting all month long!
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