Clay crafts are a wonderful way to combine creativity, hands-on learning, and endless fun for kids of all ages! In this blog, we bring you nine exciting clay-based activities—from superhero toys to cultural icons and even a monster piggy bank—that inspire imagination, storytelling, and fine motor skills. Whether it’s for festive celebrations, school projects, or just an afternoon of play, these colourful ideas are perfect to spark your child’s inner artist. They also serve as a fun introduction to clay modelling for kids, encouraging creativity and skill-building from a young age.

1. Superhero Toy Set Clay Activity

Let your child dive into a world of imagination with this superhero clay modelling activity! It's a fantastic way to nurture their storytelling skills while they shape and sculpt their own superhero figures using colourful clay.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol MR (100ML x 1)

• Rangeela Creative Clay (I LOVE ANIMALS PACK x 1)

• Barbeque stick

• Earbuds

• Fine Art Brushes
   

Steps to Create:
Begin by crafting the superhero's torso using black and grey clay. Shape and stack the forms carefully for a sturdy base. Use yellow clay to form the belt and black clay for the emblem. Shaping the cape and emblem is a fun way to teach kids about symmetry and balance while doing clay making things. Add details using oval slabs and layer them precisely. Fix the emblem and shape a cape from a black clay sheet. Assemble the body by inserting a barbeque stick through the central parts for support. Create a head using a sphere of clay and shape a mask by forming a circular slab. Add eye sockets using earbuds and insert black and white clay to complete the look. Finish with fine brush strokes of Fevicol MR for durability. Now, your superhero is ready to save the day — and you can build more characters to join the fun! This is one of the most fun examples of clay modelling for kids, especially for those who love imaginative play.

Creative Tip:
Turn this into a team activity where each child creates their own superhero and then introduces their powers in a mini storytelling session. This activity is just the beginning of many more fun modelling clay ideas that kids can experiment with.

Bring superhero stories to life with this exciting Superhero Toy Set Clay Activity!

2. Ravan Clay Figurine

Introduce children to Indian mythology in a hands-on way with this Ravan clay figurine activity. It’s a creative celebration of culture, crafting, and storytelling all in one! It’s one of the most creative clay sculpture ideas that introduces children to mythology through craft.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol MR (100 ML X 1)

• Rangeela Creative Clay (I LOVE ANIMALS PACK x 3)

• Barbeque sticks 3–4 approx.

• Scissors
   

Steps to Create:
Start by making the torso and face from mixed orange and white clay spheres. Stack them on a barbecue stick for support. Mould an oval dhoti base, attach shoes made of coiled clay teardrops, and wrap a flattened coil around the waist for a garment. Use more clay to shape the arms, then place the figurine on a flattened clay base. Create a drape from a clay slab and decorate its edges with colourful coils. For the crown (mukut), form a bowl-like structure and a flat disc, fixing both with sticks. Add jewellery and facial features using clay coils and spheres, and make Ravana’s nine additional heads to complete the mythic look. Finally, seal everything with Fevicol MR for a vibrant finish.

Creative Tip:
Encourage your child to retell the story of Ramayana using the figurine for a deeper cultural connection and confidence-building performance. This project is a unique way to explore cultural heritage through clay modelling for kids, blending storytelling and tactile learning.

Delve into Indian folklore by crafting your own mighty Ravan Clay Figurine!

3. Kathakali Clay Figurine

Celebrate the grace of Indian classical dance while exploring rich clay sculpture ideas based on cultural icons through this Kathakali clay figurine activity. It’s the perfect fusion of art, culture, and fun for creative kids.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol A+

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Corrugated Sheet

• Paper Straw

• Barbeque Stick

• Smiley Ball

• Tennis Ball

• Pencil

• Scissors

• Paper Cutter

• Newspapers
   

Steps to Create:
Use a corrugated sheet for the base and form a skirt from white clay. Cover a smiley ball with clay to make the body. Prepare the legs from cut straws and wrap them with corrugated strips. Secure everything onto the square base with glue. For the torso, roll newspaper into a coil and attach straw arms. Add a tennis ball head on top. Cover all parts with coloured clay and begin shaping facial features and accessories like bangles, headbands, and frills. Sculpt the crown and necklace, adding intricate detailing with coils and slabs. Use Fevicol A+ throughout to secure elements and ensure long-lasting durability.

Creative Tip:
Play some Kathakali music in the background while crafting to bring the cultural experience to life!

Dive into classical art and dance with this colourful Kathakali Clay Figurine!

4. Acrobatic Joker Craft

Get ready for giggles and creativity with the Acrobatic Joker craft! This joyful activity brings motion and fun to art, and it’s one of the most playful modelling clay ideas to keep kids engaged during weekends or holidays.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol A+

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Rangeela Tempera Colour

• File Card sheet

• Pencil

• Paper cutter

• Scissors
   

Steps to Create:
Start by drawing a joker on a file card and cutting out the parts. Using coloured clay, form slabs for the outfit and coils and spheres for features like eyes, nose, and smile. Cut and assemble the clay-filled parts with Fevicol A+. Create two large wheels from a thick corrugated sheet, cut and paint them using tempera colours. Once dry, insert the joker figure between the wheels. Let it set with glue, and your rolling joker is ready to tumble and entertain!

Creative Tip:
Make different themed jokers — like festival clowns or magical jesters — to create a mini circus troupe. This dynamic craft is great for active kids who enjoy clay making things that actually move!

Roll out the fun at home with the bouncy and bright Acrobatic Joker Craft!

5. DIY Rangoli Craft Activity

Introduce kids to the beauty of traditional Indian art through this vibrant DIY Rangoli craft—perfect for clay modelling for kids with an interest in colours and culture. A brilliant way to blend cultural learning with artistic exploration!

Materials Required:

• Fevicol MR (100 ML X1)

• Rangeela Creative Clay (MARINE PACK x 4)

• Glue Drops (packet x 1)

• Corrugated Sheet

• Foam Sheets

• Mirrors of Different shapes and sizes

• Pencil

• Scale

• Scissors

• Paper Cutter

• Fine Art Brushes
   

Steps to Create:
Start by drawing a rangoli pattern on a square corrugated sheet and cutting it out. Use foam sheets to fill partitions of the design and layer a flower cut-out on top. Roll out clay into slabs and trace the flower’s petals. Cut them with a tool and stick them onto the flower for added colour. Apply Fevicol MR over the design to seal the clay. Use more foam to cut out additional decorative shapes and attach them to the rangoli board. Finally, enhance it with shiny mirrors in various sizes and let everything dry completely. Your rangoli is now a dazzling display of creativity!

Creative Tip:
Make mini rangolis for festive cards or wall hangings using the same steps but on smaller sheets. This rangoli design also opens up space for experimenting with geometric clay sculpture ideas using foam and mirrors.

Celebrate colours and culture with this joyful DIY Rangoli Craft Activity!

6. Beach-Themed Polaroid Holder Craft Activity Using Clay

Bring the beach indoors with this imaginative polaroid holder craft! Kids will love shaping sandy islands, colourful surfboards and mini slippers from clay—all while expressing their creativity in a tropical setting.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol MR

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Corrugated Sheet

• Barbeque Stick

• Flower Wire

• Green Chart Paper

• Pencil

• Paper Cutter

• Scissors
   

Steps to Create:
Start with a square corrugated sheet and sketch an island outline. Cut it out and make an ochre clay mix using yellow, orange, and white. Roll the mix into a slab and attach it to the base. Use a barbecue stick to texture it like sand. For the surfboards, twist clay coils of various colours, roll them into slabs, and cut out the shapes using a paper cutter. Mount them onto sticks. Craft slippers by shaping a slab and cutting contours, then form small clay coils as holders. Apply Fevicol MR for durability. For the placard, cut A5-sized corrugated rectangles and draw a design. Cut coconut leaves from folded green chart paper and fringe them. Mix red and green clay for the stem, insert flower wire through it, and glue all parts together. Finally, assemble the entire structure, securing everything with glue drops to complete your vibrant polaroid holder.

Creative Tip:
Add miniature seashells, starfish or your child's name in clay on the placard for a personalised coastal touch. This beach-themed project brings a summery twist to clay modelling for kids, mixing fun and functional design.

Capture the essence of summer by crafting your own Beach-Themed Polaroid Holder Craft Activity Using Clay—a beachy keepsake that’s both fun and functional!

7. Unique Clay Lantern for Diwali Craft Activity

Brighten up Diwali with this beautiful clay lantern activity! Kids will love designing their own glowing décor while learning to mould, pattern and construct from start to finish.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol MR (100 ML x 2)

• Rangeela Creative Clay (I LOVE ANIMALS PACK x 3)

• Corrugated Sheet

• Paper Cutter

• Scale

• Pencil

• Gateway Sheet
   

Steps to Create:
Begin by cutting four A4 corrugated sheets into frames, each with a 1” wide border. Assemble them using Fevicol MR. It’s among the more decorative clay sculpture ideas, ideal for festive decor and safe lighting. To decorate, roll 2–3 shades of clay into coils, twist for a marble effect, and flatten into a slab using a rolling pin. Trace a decorative pattern onto a gateway sheet and transfer it to the slab. Cut out the design and coat with Fevicol MR for lasting vibrancy. Repeat for all sides. Once dry, glue the patterned slabs to the corrugated frames. Fit the panels together using Fevicol MR and allow the lantern to set. The result is a colourful, handmade lantern that shines with festive cheer!

Creative Tip:
Insert a battery-operated tea light inside the lantern for a safe and magical Diwali glow. This is one of those modelling clay ideas that blend gratitude, creativity, and customisation perfectly.

Celebrate the Festival of Lights by crafting your own Unique Clay Lantern for Diwali Craft Activity—a glowing tribute to creativity and tradition, and a wonderful example of clay modelling for kids during festive times.

8. Making Souvenir Frame Using Rangeela Sculpting Clay and Corrugated Sheet Craft

Turn appreciation into art with this souvenir frame activity! A perfect way for kids to say "thank you" to their teachers through personalised clay messages and creative framing.

Materials Required:

• Fevicol A+

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Corrugated Sheet

• Pencil

• Scale

• Black Chart Paper
   

Steps to Create:
Draw two A4 rectangles on corrugated sheet, marking a 1” wide frame on one. Sketch and cut a strip for the blackboard holder. Cut all shapes out with scissors. Glue black chart paper to form the blackboard and attach the holder behind it. To decorate, form coloured clay coils, twist and shape them into a sphere. Flatten it and use additional coils to write a message like “MY TEACHER IS THE STAR WHO TAUGHT ME HOW TO SHINE” directly onto the board. Stick the message and let everything dry thoroughly. The result is a thoughtful souvenir packed with heartfelt creativity.

Creative Tip:
Add small clay flowers or stars around the frame for a charming, decorative flair.

Show gratitude with flair by crafting your own Souvenir Frame Using Rangeela Sculpting Clay and Corrugated Sheet Craft—a personalised thank-you from the heart!

9. Learn to Make Monster Piggy Bank Using the Clay Craft Technique

Saving money has never been more fun! This clay monster piggy bank project combines financial literacy with hands-on creativity—your child will love feeding their handmade monster with coins!

Materials Required:

• Fevicol A+

• Rangeela Tempera Colours

• 2 Packets of Rangeela Creative Clay

• Upcycled Plastic Bottle

• Straws

• File Card

• Quilling Strips

• Pipe Cleaner

• Pencil

• Scale

• Scissors

• Paper Cutter

• Barbeque Sticks
   

Steps to Create:
Cut an upcycled plastic bottle in half. Slice slits into one side to form a coin path. On a corrugated sheet, draw and cut a proportionate base using a scale and paper cutter. Stick it all together using Fevicol A+. Wrap the bottle with a clay slab using a rolling pin. For arms, poke two barbecue sticks through the body at the top and bottom, ensuring equal overhang on both sides. Sculpt the mouth from a clay slab, cut it into halves, and attach it as lips. Make eyes, horns, and hands using clay, quilling coils, and straws. Attach all parts securely. Use a file card for the coin holder and form a surrounding fence with a pipe cleaner. Paint the hands and coin holder with Rangeela Tempera Colours and let it dry.

Creative Tip:
Add googly eyes or glow-in-the-dark paint for extra monster magic!

Make saving irresistible with this quirky Monster Piggy Bank Using the Clay Craft Technique—where creativity and smart habits collide!

And That’s A Wrap!

From toys to keepsakes, these clay making things provide a rewarding way to learn, craft, and bond, these clay crafts offer kids more than just playtime—they’re a gateway to learning, culture, and self-expression. From simple decorations to elaborate builds, these modelling clay ideas cater to a variety of age groups and interests. So roll out the clay, gather your tools, and encourage hands-on creativity through these brilliant clay modelling for kids ideas—where imagination takes shape one mould at a time