Sun crafts are always a favorite with the kids and these are no exception! There is just something about a bright smiling sun that makes you smile back.
So, the next time you have a rainy afternoon and the kids are complaining of being bored, why not brighten things up with one of these adorable crafts?!
All these adorable sun crafts are easy to make, require only a handful of common supplies, and are so stinking cute!
The kids will be thrilled to create them!
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15 Sun Crafts for Kids
Kids adore doing fun sun crafts as they are fun, easy, and always make you happy! Kids of all ages will enjoy the adorable sun crafts in this collection. All are super easy and use minimal materials you probably already have on hand.
This paper sunflower is a great way for the kids to get creative and have their own sun to play with and decorate with! Let them hang it in their windows so when the sun shine through the colors glow!
Moon and / or sun This easy Earth Moon Sun paper craft is perfect for some out of this world fun when learning about space. Here's how to make it with your family!
This paper plate sun craft is an easy activity for kids to make when learning about the letter S.
This is a simple and easy task and encourages fine motor skills, promotes color recognition and the craft can be used as a puppet. It is a great preschool resource and could be used while singing a song about the sun or colors.
You really can’t get any cuter than this fun sun craft. The colors are fun and bright just like the kids like. It is also an easy craft that requires only minimal supplies making it perfect for an at-home or classroom activity.
A spinning surprise! Kids can make this “You Are My Sunshine” paper plate craft for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or any occasion!
This Popsicke Stick Sun Craft for kids is simple and a super cute craft idea for summertime. You can also make this smiley popsicle stick sun craft all year long to brighten up someone’s day!
Make this adorable candy corn sun catcher that looks like faux stained glass. A fun afternoon fall craft to make with the kids!
Kids of all ages will love this “cool” Paper Plate Sun Craft. It’s the perfect craft for weather units, welcoming summer, or just for fun.
This is a fun craft for the kids using paper bowls. Easy, quick, and fun - just the way the kids love them!
This sun craft is fun to do with kiddos of all ages and easy enough to do with large groups too. If you have crafty kids and you need a grab and go activity, our summer handprint art activities are perfect. Paper, paint, and a little creativity are all you need to get started!
This Rainbow Craft is a super simple craft that can be made with construction paper, glue, scissors and a black marker.
This simple craft is perfect for little ones working on fine-motor skills. It’s great for home, school, or daycare.
This sun suncatcher craft made from a paper plate would look gorgeous hanging in front of any window—and it’s so simple to make that even toddlers can participate!
This sun craft is super easy to put together. But it isn’t just a fun way to pass the time, it really teaches kids too. Here is how to make a preschool sun craft that works fine motor skills, kindness, and more.
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