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26 Fun Outdoor Crafts & Projects For Kids

All the 26 Fun Outdoor Crafts & Projects For Kids that you see here are full of fun and learning. You can engage your kids in the outdoors with these creative ideas. All the ideas are different and unique in their own ways. Along with your kids, you can also explore your creativity and talent with these amazing projects here. As we all know that kids enjoy more in the outdoor space more than indoors therefore they will definitely be attracted to these ideas and projects.

All the details of the games and fun-filled activities are given here along with the list of supplies so that you can easily get along. You will also see the use of many recycled materials in these DIY outdoor activities for kids. These activities can easily be adopted and done by children of different ages. Summers are the time of the year when children want to play outdoors but they mostly run out of ideas to engage and entertain themselves and that’s where these DIY activities will recuse them.

1. DIY Spray Chalk – Projects For Kids

DIY Spray ChalkDIY Spray Chalk

This DIY project here shows how you can make your kids happy during the holidays with this fun-filled activity. The ingredients that you need are a tablespoon of cornstarch, water, and food coloring. Grab the supplies and let your kids make the most of their holidays. Tutorial

2. DIY Water Wall

DIY Water Wall

During the upcoming holidays, you can make a water wall like the one you see here in this project. As we know that children love to play with water during the summertime and therefore this project can be of great help when it comes to making your kids happy during their holidays. Tutorial

3. Backyard Horseshoe Game

Backyard Horseshoe Game

Take a look at this backyard horseshoe game and see if you can also make this all by yourself. The things that you need are a horseshoe, painter’s tape, enamel, primer, sandpaper, and a paintbrush. Follow the step-by-step process and make your kids happy during the holidays Tutorial

4. Ring Toss Game

Ring Toss Game

See this ring toss game here and try to do this for your children for the summer holidays that are approaching anytime soon. You will need a glass soda bottle, wooden fruit cake, acrylic paint, Popsicle sticks, plastic cups, jute rope, hot glue gun and glue sticks, and ribbon. Tutorial

5. Coffee Can Stilts

Coffee Can Stilts

Are you ready to do these coffee can stilts? If yes then give this a try. The materials that you need for this project are large coffee cans, two pieces of rope of the same length, and an electric drill. Once you are done with this project you will see your children happiest during the holidays. Tutorial

6. Colored Powder Fight – Color Powder for a Color Fight

Colored Powder Fight

Take a look at this colored powder fight and see if you can also provide your children with this fun-filled activity. To make this colored powder you need cornstarch, colored pastel or gel coloring, liquid food coloring, and large pans to mix the powder and water. Tutorial

7. Garden Rock Caterpillar

Garden Rock Caterpillar

Have a look at this garden rock caterpillar here and try to make this for your kids to make them feel happy during the holidays that are coming over. You will need disposable brushes, craft paint, glue, twigs, and sharpies. Gather the supplies and get started. Tutorial

8. Pool Noodle Sailboats – Projects For Kids

Pool Noodle Sailboats

Have you ever thought about how pool noodles can be used to make different crafts? If not then you must get into the details here and see some of the most awesome kid-friendly crafts. The supplies that we need for this pool noodle project are pool noodles, plastic straws, foam sheets, scissors, a hole punch, and a kitchen knife. Tutorial

9. Outdoor Garden Crafts For Kids

Outdoor Garden Crafts For Kids

Projects For Kids – Have you ever thought about how pool noodles can be used to make different crafts? If not then you must get into the details here and see some of the most awesome kid-friendly crafts. The supplies that we need for this pool noodle project are pool noodles, plastic straws, foam sheets, scissors, a hole punch, and a kitchen knife. Tutorial

10. Outdoor Nature Craft for Toddlers

Outdoor Nature Craft for Toddlers

Let’s make an easy Craft for Toddlers with the help of this project here. The supplies that we need for this project are a plant, a cardboard circle, scissors, and glue. Gather the supplies and make your kids the happiest during the upcoming holidays. See the written details and also the tutorial to be accurate with your craft. Tutorial

11. Rainbow Kids Snack

Rainbow Kids Snack

This is a rainbow kid’s snack here that literally anyone and everyone can make. With only a little bit of effort and dedication, you will be able to get some outstanding results. The things that we need for this project are graham snackers, blue frosting, marshmallows, and rainbow airhead. Tutorial

12. Rainbow Rainy Day Art

Rainbow Rainy Day Art

Let’s make this rainbow rainy day art with the help of this project here. This is a fun project that you and your kids will thoroughly enjoy. You will need washable markers, watercolor, cardstock, and misting spray bottle. Follow the step-by-step process and see how your own version can be made. Tutorial

13. DIY Recycled Bottle Bowling

DIY Recycled Bottle Bowling

This is a recycling project that shows how we can use old bottles and turn them into bowling. This is an easy and fun-filled activity that your kids will surely love. If your kids also love bowling, they will be keen to make this craft along with you to enjoy during their holidays Tutorial

14. $5 DIY Yard Yahtzee

5 DIY Yard Yahtzee

If you have been looking for a fun-filled activity that can let your kids explore their creativity, this project will be of great help. You will need acrylic craft paint, a round sponge brush, and sealant. Gather the supplies and get started with this amazing holiday activity. Tutorial

15. Sponge And Duct Tape Bath Boats

Sponge And Duct Tape Bath Boats

These bath boats are made with a combination of sponge and duct tape. Let’s see the complete details of this project and plan accordingly. Play around with colors while doing this activity so that the young kids can enjoy it. Let your kids make this craft all by themselves and explore their inner talent. Tutorial

16. Stomping Bubble Wrap Painting

Stomping Bubble Wrap Painting

This is a stomping bubble wrap painting that you can also try along with your kids. The supplies that you need for this craft are washable paint, bubble wrap, and poster paper. For homemade paint, you will need white vinegar, cornstarch, and food coloring. Tutorial

17. Paint Rolling on a Slide

Paint Rolling on a Slide

Have a look at this slide painting here and you will love to try this all by yourself. The supplies that you need for this craft are slides, bouncy balls, a roll of paper, tape, and paint in small containers. Get your supplies ready before you start off this exciting project. Tutorial

18. Graffiti Art for Kids

Graffiti Art for Kids

This graffiti art for kids seems really exciting and fun therefore you must try this for the next summer holidays coming over. for this project you need to gather the supplies that are listed and they are dollar store spray bottles, assorted washable tempera paint, roll of Craft Paper and painter’s tape Tutorial

19. Ball Painting

Ball Painting

If you are also looking for a fun-filled activity for your kids in the outdoors, this project will be of great help. this is a ball painting process that you see here and you need a few supplies for this such as washable kid’s paint, different balls, a Kraft paper roll, and an art smock. Tutorial

20. Nature Paint Brushes

Nature Paint Brushes

Let’s try this fun idea for children as their outdoor craft activity. In this process the children will get to do painting with nature paint brushes. The supplies that you need for this project are sticks, lots of interesting pieces of nature, elastic bands, poster paint, and large roll of paper Tutorial

21. Swatter Mural Art

Swatter Mural Art

Have a look at this enjoyable swatter mural art and see how you can engage your children in this activity in the outdoor space. To set up this activity you need to gather the supplies that are listed here and the list includes craft paper, sidewalk paint, dollar store fly swatters, assorted brushes, paper plates and tape. Tutorial

22. Puffy Sidewalk Paint

Puffy Sidewalk Paint

Painting is something that most of the children enjoy. This activity is all about painting and every kid will enjoy for sure. The supplies that you need for this activity are flour, water, dish soap, side walk chalk and plastic squeeze bottles. Using this recipe you can easily fill up a small squeeze bottle. Tutorial

23. Rainy Day Process Art

Rainy Day Process Art

If you also like to plan things for rainy day along with your kids, this project will be of great help. Let your children play around different colors while doing this rainy day activity and let them explore their creative skills. You need washable markers along with other supplies like watercolor paper. Tutorial

24. Bubble Painting Process Art Activity for Kids

Bubble Painting Process Art Activity for Kids

Projects For Kids – If you are also one of those who constantly look for new art activities, you must look into this project here. Your little kids will definitely enjoy this fun filled activity. The supplies that you need are bubble solution, washable watercolors for food coloring, bubble blowers, a large sheet of paper, straws, tape, and table cloth. Tutorial

25. Tricycle Circle Artwork with Kids

Tricycle Circle Artwork with Kids

Your little kids must have tri cycles at home and you can let them use those for a fun filled activity like the one you see here. You need to paint directly onto the wheels of the cycle and then let them ride the cycle all around to create something different and colorful. Tutorial

26. Cotton Ball Painting – Projects For Kids

Cotton Ball Painting

Are you ready for this cotton ball painting as an outdoor activity for your children? If yes then you are at the right place. This activity is fairly to set up and your kids will get to explore their inner creative skills and talent. You will need large sheets of paper, tape, cotton balls, and paint and paper plates. Tutorial

Conclusion:

 Pick and choose any of your favorite DIY activities from here and let your kids enjoy their time outside. The supplies and materials that you need for these projects are all easily available at any craft store and the results are all amazing and exciting.

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