These easy Earth Day crafts for kids are a great way to celebrate our planet, and we’ve included projects for every age group! Choose your favorites to make at home or in the classroom in the lead-up to April 22.
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Every day is a good day to celebrate our planet, but April is the perfect time to introduce the topic to your kids if you haven’t already! And this collection of cute Earth-themed crafts is a great place to start.
Not only are these art projects perfect for both younger and older kids, but they feature a variety of different materials (some of them recycled) as well as different artistic mediums for your child to enjoy.
Why You’ll Love These Crafts
Super cute: This list features lots of adorable crafts for you to choose from, and all of them are perfect for the Earth Day theme!
Varied difficulty levels: Whether you have a toddler or an elementary schooler at home, you should be able to find a project below that will work for your family. (And if some of them are too difficult, simply save them for when your child is a bit older!)
Simple supplies: These projects feature a variety of different materials, but most are basic supplies that you probably already have at home! If you want to really get into the Earth Day spirit, make sure to pick a craft that uses recycled materials.
This simple Earth day craft is the perfect way to get younger kids involved in your Earth day activities—minus the cleanup. Use a zip-top bag and some washable paint to create a cute planet Earth craft that keeps all the mess contained!
This mess-free Earth Day craft has been shared over 20,000 times since we first published it in 2023, and there’s a reason it resonates with so many parents and teachers!
Not only is it easy to make, but it’s also perfect for younger kids, because the paint stays contained within a sealed bag. That means you can spend less time cleaning up and more time crafting with your child!
This simple craft only requires a few simple supplies that you probably already have at home, and it doesn’t require any advance prep, which makes it a great last-minute craft for the month of April.
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Now that I’ve shared my top pick, here are 19 more ideas you’ll love:
2. Crumpled Tissue Paper Earth
Crumpled Tissue Paper Earth
Looking for a fun way to sneak in some extra fine motor practice? This simple paper plate Earth craft made using crumpled tissue paper is perfect for both younger and older kids!
If your child enjoys process art, they'll love this simple marbled Earth craft made using shaving cream and food coloring! Grab our free template and use it to turn this fun process art activity into a cute craft for Earth Day.
This pretty DIY suncatcher is a great way to upcycle plastic sheet protectors that you're no longer using and use them to decorate your home for Earth Day! Grab some dollar store tissue paper and use it to make this pretty Earth-themed craft.
Have a young child at home who likes to try new activities? This toddler-friendly craft is super simple to make and only requires a few basic supplies that you probably already have at home.
Use salt dough to make a cute and colorful Earth Day keepsake at home! This easy craft is perfect for kids of all ages, and only requires a few simple supplies.
Want to create a keepsake that you can take with you? These adorable Earth-themed necklaces are made from homemade salt dough, and not only are they fun to make, but they are the perfect accessory to wear on April 22!
Celebrate our planet by turning empty berry containers into cute DIY suncatchers with your kids! This easy upcycled craft is the perfect way to capture the spirit of Earth Day by giving new life to something you would have otherwise thrown away.
Love making crafts with clay? This adorable clay Earth craft couldn't possibly be any cuter, and all you'll need to make it is Model Magic clay (or whatever other brand you like to use)!
This simple craft is such a fun way to turn your child's handprints into a lasting keepsake! Make it at home with your child, or turn it onto a collaborative art project for your classroom.
This easy Earth Day craft made from homemade puffy paint features a cool three-dimensional effect that your child will love, and it only requires a few basic supplies that you probably already have at home!
Use a paper cup to create your own 3D globe! This simple Earth Day craft is super cool, and would make a great homeschool or classroom art project for older kids.
Turn those empty K-cups into a cute planet Earth in just a few simple steps! This easy upcycled craft is the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day as well as a great way to reuse something you would normally toss in the trash.
Looking to add a learning component to your next art project? This cute recycling-themed craft is a great way to help preschoolers practice writing and recognizing the letters of their name!
This adorable paper plate craft is a great way to talk to your kids about the different actions they can take to help our planet. Such a fun art project for children to make!
This easy handprint craft couldn't be any cuter, and it only requires a few simple supplies. It's both an adorable keepsake craft and a great way to celebrate Earth Day at home with your kids!
Looking for a fun craft to make with your kids? Turn your child's handprints into a gorgeous Earth Day art project that celebrates the love we have for our planet!
Celebrate Earth Day by making cute paper shapes that actually grow flowers when you plant them! This easy craft is perfect for kids of all ages, and it would make a great homemade gift.
This simple Earth Day craft is a fun blend of art and science that is perfect for both younger and older kids. If your child loves process art, you'll definitely want to save this tutorial!
Instead of throwing it in the recycling, use that leftover bubble wrap to make a cute Earth Day craft with just a paper plate and washable paint! This easy art project is super fun to make, and only requires a few simple supplies.
These simple crafts are such a great way to celebrate Earth Day at home with your kids, or at school with your students. We especially love the ones that use recycled materials!
If you have tried these Earth Day Crafts for Kids or any other project on my website, please let me know how it went in the comments below. I can’t wait to hear from you!
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