Finding safe and fun projects for children to engage in at home isn't always the easiest of tasks, but these DIY activities for kids are sure to keep any little toddler occupied with its entertaining methods.
Since children often get bored of their toys and playthings on a regular basis, parents often end up purchasing brand new toys every time their child needs something new to play with. These DIY activities however, offer parents a fantastically cost-effective alternative to buying toys from the store, giving children a more interactive and constructive way to spend their time. From playful kits that allow children to turn pieces of paper into animated characters to projects that can create puppets or scrumptious treats, these DIY activities for kids are a great way for both parents and their children to get involved in projects at home.
35 DIY Activities for Kids
From Adorable DIY Music Makers to Creative Kiddie Craft Kits:
Tana Makmanee — Jul 24, 2013 — Life-Stages
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DIY Video Game Eggs
The Super Mario Bros. Easter Egg Tutorial is Fantastically Geeky
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Freezer Fruit Treats
These Frozen Greek Yogurt Covered Strawberries are Refreshing and Adorable
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DIY Re-Imagined Retro Games
The DIY Lawn Twister Idea from You + Me is a Throwback to Past Times
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Eggxotic Color Swatch Ornaments
This Paint Chip Easter Garland Omits the Mess of Pigments
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Rabbit-Themed Pops
'Down the Bunny Hole' Treats are Cute and Adorable for Easter
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Kid-Created Plushies
Child's Own Studio Turns Drawings into Stuffed Toys
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Customized Block Couches
Easily Transform Your Couch Into a Bed With Soft Blocks
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Cute Kid Edibles
These DIY Gum Ball Necklaces are Perfect Party Favors
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Easy DIY Icy Treats
These Frozen Yogurt Pops are Simple, Straightforward and Delicious
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Repurposed Tin Cans
The Soup Can Caddy Carries Your Summer Essentials
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DIY Dinosaur Wall Art
This Adorable DIY Dinosaur Art Project is Perfect for Children
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DIY Edible Craft Pastes
The ‘Hellobee’ Fingerpaints are Ideal for Young Children
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Crafty Thumb War Creations
This DIY Mexican Thumb War Set is Definitely a Crowd Pleaser
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DIY Paper Box Puppets
Turn an Ordinary Pasta Box into a Fun Children's Toy with This Tutorial
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DIY Child Craft Studios
This DIY Project Organizes Arts and Crafts Time for Under $50
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Fantasy Lenten Decor
The Dragon Egg Easter Eggs is Inspired by 'Game of Thrones'
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DIY Party Straw Hats
This Fun DIY Activity Creates Simple Party Accessories for Kids and Adults
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DIY Sci-Fi Vehicle Models
Recreate Star Wars With These Mini DIY Popsicle Stick AT-STs
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Creative Kiddie Craft Kits
Target Launches 'Kid Made Modern' Products by Todd Oldham
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Galactic Pool Toys
This DIY Lightsaber Pool Noodle is Kid-Approved
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Kiddie Elf Accessories
Mini-Eco's Knitted Ankle Bells are Colorful and Cute
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Salty Stacked Snacks
The Spam Musubi Push-Pops are Delectable
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Personified Candy Jewelry
The 'Spoonful' Scarecrow Necklace is Fun to Make & Eat
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Finger-Fitted Zoo Animals
These Hector Serrano ‘Paper Puppets' are Easy to Use
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DIY Candy-Dispensing Robots
These Quirky Robots make the Perfect DIY Valentine Gifts for Children
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Playful Paper Animal Kits
Unleash the Kid Inside with the Brave Paper Face Paper Toy Kits
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Quirky Personified Lunch Bags
The 'Disney Family Fun' Paper Gargoyles Project is Great for Kids
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Adorable DIY Music Makers
Create a Pitch Perfect Pair of Drums in Just a Few Simple Steps
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DIY Dipped Easter Eggs
This 'Fabulous K' Holiday Craft Features Contrasting Colors
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Handmade Children's Decor
The Kids' Room DIY Idea: Flashcard Shelves is Easy to Produce
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DIY Game-Inspired Sweets
The Nintendo Inspired '1-Up Ring Pops' are Clever and Cute
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DIY Umbrella Wreaths
This Tropical Drink Accessory Decor by Family Chic is Unorthodox
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Prehistoric Dinosaur Lighting
The T-Rex Dinosaur Lamp Beautifully Illuminates Your Room
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Animated Alarm Clock Casings
The 'Disney Family Fun' Faux Fur Creatures are Frightening
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Glow-in-the-Dark Constellation Calendars
The Stitch the Stars Kit Requires a Needle and Thread
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Kid-Friendly AR Helmets
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Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
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Playful Thermal Printer Cameras
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Color-In Photo Cameras
The 'Potto' Toy Camera Concept Encourages Kids to Color in Prints
Beatboxing Robot Dogs
DJ Beat Boxer Helps Kids Have Fun with Sounds and Beats Via Innovative Tech
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Furniture Waste-Made Toys
ÉCAL Students Redefine What a Sustainable Toy Is
Creative STEM-Based Toys
JitteryGit's Educational STEM Toys Foster Creativity in Kids
Hair Styling Toys
Casdon's Dyson Toys are Child-Friendly Styling Aids
Interactive Creativity Home Displays
The 'Doodle' Interactive Wall by Hyungwoo Lee is Immersive
3D-Printed Flip Books
Kinetic Sculpture Stls are Newly Founded Fully 3D Printed Books
DIY Fall-Inspired Knitting Patterns
We Are Knitters Offers a Range of Fall-Ready Designer
Child-Friendly Smart Speakers
The Fifth-Generation Amazon Echo Dot Kids Comes in Two Styles
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Multisensory Oven Playsets
Cookeez Makery Helps Kids Create a Sweetly Scented Best Friend
Medical Preparation Toys
Premedprep by Adam Higgins Reduces Anxiety During Medical Procedures
Interactive Infant Coding Books
'Computer Engineering for Babies' by Chase Roberts is Educational
Sustainable EV Toys
Little Tikes’ Cozy Coupe Aims to Get Families Thinking More Sustainably
Sustainable Sensorial Play Pads
The Stokke PlayPad by Marius Kindler Adapts to Growing Children
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Playful Coding Pets
Pyxel Helps Kids Program Actions, Expressions, Tricks & Sounds
Children's STEM Subscription Boxes
The ENGINO® STEM CLUB Subscription Box Promotes Learning
Interactive Sensory Tables
The Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Light Station Offers Six Play Modes
Cartoon-Themed Meal Kits
Home Chef is Sharing a Series of Bluey-Themed Recipes for Families
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Interactive Puppy Playsets
Moose Toys' My Puppy's Home Helps Kids Prepare to Bring Home a Puppy
AI-Enhanced STEM Toys
The Kidx Classbox Fuses Montessori Methods with NFC Tech & AI
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
DIY Plant Decor Kits
The Lee Valley Make It Yourself Plant Stand Kit Encourages Creativity
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Child-Friendly Nomadic Desks
Coralie Haegeman Designs Orbi, a Desk to Help Children Do Homework
Kid-Focused Mindful Activity Books
Wild Chakra Boassts the Kids' Mindful Coloring & Activity Book
Multi-Benefit Enrichment Toys
The Pupsicle by Wood is a Nourishing, Stimulating Treat for Dogs
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Transforming Imaginative Furniture Designs
The Kiddie Couch Encourages a Sense of Play
DIY Monster Pops
tinyB's Fun Halloween Kit Helps Kids Make Their Own Spooky Treats
Baby-Friendly Motorized Boats
Little Tikes' Motorized Cozy Coupe Baby Boat is Water-Safe
Kid-Friendly Biobased Tableware
Dantoy's Tableware Focuses on Sustainability & Development
Storytelling Projector Toys
Moonlite Projects Stories With Added Music and Sounds
DIY Candy Jewelry Kits
Cricket's Candy Creations Boasts the Candy Jewelry Craft Kit
Experiment-Based Playsets
Moose Toys' Beast Lab Reinvigorates Action Figure Category
Solar-Powered Rover Kits
4M's 'Solar Rover Kit' Educates Kids About the Power of Green Science
Millennial Home Repair Workshops
Lowe's Home Repair Workshops Teach Basic Maintenance Skills
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Forest-Inspired Screenless Toys
Boogie Board Launched the Sketch Pals Forest Friends Line
Timber Tech-Packed Dolls
These teenage engineering Wooden Dolls Come in Eight Varieties
Digital Fairy-Catching Toys
The Got2Glow Baby Fairy Finder is Portable and Adventure-Ready
Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds
Sarit Shani Hay Designs a New Playground in Tel Aviv
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Storytelling Building Toys
Lego City Missions Take Young Builders on a Story-Based Journey
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
STEM Holiday Shops
CircuitMess' Holiday Gift Shop Has Presents That Teach Coding & Creative Design
Art-Focused STEAM Kits
Robot in a Can Helps Build STEAM Skills Through Art and Design Education
Playful Kid-Friendly Baking Kits
Make Bake Stands Out with Its Edible Stickers for Baking
Educational Science Kits
Griddly Games Launched the 'Just Add Baking Soda' Science Kit for Kids
Kid-Friendly Baking Clubs
The Raddish Baking Club Supports Culinary Passions in Kids
Mother-Specific Self-Care Kits
The Honest Company Offers the Relaxing Self-Care Gift Kit
Portable Drawing Tablets
smART sketcher GO! is a Portable Projector for Kids Who Love to Draw
Storybook Recipe Experiences
The Magical Pantry Brings Recipes to Life Through Fables
Recyclable Kid-Friendly Meals
Little Dish Launches Its New Range in 85% Wood Fibre Packs
Dog Food Cookbooks
Dog Child's Products for Pet Parents Help with Cooking Dog Food at Home
DIY Squishy Collectibles
An Elmer's Squishies Kit Creates Customized Surprise Toys
Brainteaser Advent Calendars
The Project Genius Advent Calendar Shares 12 Days of Puzzles
Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves
Waiting Woood Designs the New Rotating Picture Book Rack
Cookie Dough Baking Kits
Baking Coach's Edible Cookie Dough Baking Kits Need No Mixing Bowls
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
STEM Subscription Crates
KiwiCo's STEM Subscription Crates Equip Children with Valuable Skills
Kid-Targeted Holiday Bundles
Storypod Boasts Three Holiday Bundles for Kids
Creativity-Focused Pizza Kits
Banza's Masterpiece'zas Turn Pizzas Into Works of Art
Natural Scavenger Hunt Toys
Craft-tastic Nature: Scavenger Hunt Potions Inspire Play in Nature
Magnetic Toy-Like Writing Utensils
Magnetdabbles Have Interchangeable Tips for Customization
DIY Dumpling Kits
Thirsty Dumpling Offers an All-in-One Dumpling Party Experience
Insect Habitat Toys
Smart Lab Toys' Insect Inspector Lab Bug Playground Encourages STEM Learning
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
AI Party Planning Assistants
PartyKit Ensures The Little Details are Taken Care of
Hand-Knit Finger Puppets
Blabla's Finger Puppet Mushrooms are Sold in a 5-Piece Set
Magnetic Building Tiles
'Magna-Tiles' are Magnetic Building Sets That Promote STEM Concepts
Baby-Focused Learning Toys
Matchstick Monkey's Playtime Toys Help Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills
DIY Kid-Focused Metaverses
Home Depot Launches its Kids Workshops Metaverse on Roblox
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
All-Purpose Home Cleaning Kits
The Mix It Yourself Cleaning Kit has Safe Solutions for Home Needs
DIY Robotics Toys
The WindBots from Thames & Kosmos are Intricate Learning Toys
Interactive Educational Coding Toys
The imagiCharm Teaches Children the Basics of Coding
Kid-Friendly Audio Cooking Guides
Baking with Yoto Builds Confidence and Skills in the Kitchen
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits
Brainstorm's Create N Colour Let Kids Magically Paint with Water
STEM Excavation Kits
Thames & Kosmos' 'Jurassic World Dinosaur Dig' Lets Kids Be a Paleontologist
DIY Soy Candle Sets
Creative QT Candles Boasts a Comprehensive Candle-Making Kit
Kid-Friendly Houseplant Subscriptions
Horti's Debuts 'My First Plant' Subscription for Kids
DIY Project Metaverses
The Home Depot's Campaign on Roblox Inspires Kids to Build
Multifunctional Building Planks
'KEVA Planks' are Diverse Building Toys for All Ages
Child-Friendly Knife Sets
Little Kitchen Academy's Progressive Knife Set Instils Confidence
Family-Focused Meal Kits
Home Chef's Family Menu Features Meal Kits for Families
Creativity-Celebrating Week-Long Campaigns
Crayola Education Will Kick Off Crayola Creativity Week
DIY Digital Music Systems
Teenage Engineering's Record Factory is Perfect for the Holidays
Mess-Free Sticker Stampers
Sticker WOW! Reimagines Play with Collectible, Refillable Stampers
DIY Chocolate Treat Kits
The tinyB Monster Chocolate Pops are Ready for Halloween
Pet Care Kits
MySimplePetLab's Dog Care Kits Provide Targeted Solutions for Common Concerns
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Smart Fidget Toys
TapTap is for Ages Five to 105 and It Offers Benefits for All
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Platform-Enabled Baby Registries
Etsy Launches a New Baby Registry Feature for Parents
DIY Bath Bomb Kits
Caribou Gifts Debuted the 'DIY Bath Bomb Making Kit' for Interactive Fun
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Child-Friendly Good Habit Apps
Little Streaks Builds Healthy Habits in Kids
Enchanted Potion Dolls
Magic Mixies Pixlings are Dolls That Kids Create Inside a Potion Bottle
DIY Nail Art Printers
Preemadonna's DIY Nailbot Kit Gets Girls Interested in STEM
AI ABC Games
ABC Finder Uses AI to Teach Children Foundational Knowledge
Africa-Themed STEM Crafts
Teni & Tayo Offers a Subscription Box of STEM Crafts Inspired by Africa
Comic Book Coloring Kits
The Made by Me Manga Artist Set Offers Step-by-Step Instructions
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Daily Affirmation-Focused Cards
Joyful Hearts Co. Delivers Self-Confidence with Affirmation Cards
Kid's Felt Building Kits
KNOP KNOP Launches Creative Felt Building Kits for Children's STEM Play
Kid-Friendly Streaming Services
Google TV Added Parental Watchlists to its Smart TV Application
Play Kidcore Games
Cutedressup Let's You Make Kidcore Dressup Games of Your Dreams
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Child-Friendly AI Doodles
Dodoboo Uses AI to Turn a Child's Doodles into Art
STEM Microscope Kits
National Geographic's ‘Microscope Explorer Series’ Has Fascinating Specimens
Kid-Friendly Natural Deodorants
Play Pits' 100% All-Natural Deodorants Keep Kids Funk-Free
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Kid-Friendly Joke Platforms
Knock Knock Jokes For Kids is a Safe Space for Children to Laugh
Kid-Friendly Daily Podcasts
Today with Tonies Shares Fresh Content for School Children Every Day
Kid-Friendly Birdhouse Kits
Stix-Brix Shop's Kid-Friendly Kit for Building and Painting Birdhouses