Learning science doesn’t have to mean staring at textbooks—sometimes, the best lessons come through play, colour, and creativity! This blog is packed with hands-on craft projects designed to spark curiosity and help children understand scientific concepts in an engaging, age-appropriate way. From building an easy science model of internal organs to spinning creative plant nutrition dials, these projects turn learning into play. These DIY ideas turn abstract topics into exciting activities that every youngster will enjoy. These crafts also double up as exciting summer projects for kids who enjoy exploring science beyond the classroom. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or young explorer yourself, get ready to blend fun with learning like never before! 

1. Build a 3D Clay Model of Internal Organs

Learning anatomy just got more hands-on with this science activity that uses simple tools and creative clay. Ideal for curious young minds, this hands-on craft transforms anatomy into a colourful and creative learning experience. It’s a hands-on science activity that helps reinforce learning while letting kids explore their creativity.

Materials Required

• Pencil

• Scale

• Felt Pen

• Fine Art Brushes

• Reference Sheet

• Chart Paper

• Rangeela Moulding Dough
   

Steps to Create:
Cut out seven chart paper squares and label each with an organ name using a felt pen. Use the reference sheet to sculpt organs from moulding dough. Brush on a layer of Fevicol A+ to seal each piece. Repeat until all organs are formed, creating a vibrant, tactile human anatomy model. It’s also ideal for craft summer camp activities where kids can team up to build and label models together.

Creative Tip:
Use different dough colours for each organ to make identification easier and more visually engaging for kids. This can be used as an easy science model for explaining anatomy in school presentations or science fairs.

This can double up as an easy science model for interactive group projects or educational displays. Get hands-on with biology by following the fun and educational steps in Build a 3D Clay Model of Internal Organs.

2. Design a Friction Project for School Fun

Turn your child’s science class into a creative workshop with this hands-on friction project! By exploring how different surfaces affect movement, kids can see science in action while building a clever craft using everyday materials.

Materials Required

• Fevicol MR

• Fevicryl Acrylic Colours

• Sketch Pens

• Pencil

• Scale

• Cutter

• Scissors

• Cardboard Sheet

• Strips Of Different Materials – Sand Paper, Oil Paper, Velvet Cloth, Satin, Wool

• Corrugated Strip

• Wooden Blocks / Toy Car / Ping Pong Balls

• Ice Cream Sticks

• Fine Art Brushes
   

Steps to Create:
Divide a corrugated sheet into four parts and label one side ‘START’. Stick different material strips in each section using Fevicol MR. Cut and paint ice cream sticks to make dividers. Create a slanted ramp from a waste carton, decorate it, and place the sheet on top. Now test movement using cars, blocks or balls to observe friction effects.

Creative Tip:
Turn this into a mini science fair by letting kids predict which surface offers the most resistance and record their results in a fun chart! 

Dive deeper into interactive science by following the step-by-step guide for Designing a Friction Project for School Fun.

3. Fun Plant Nutrition Craft for Kids

Discover how plants grow with this fun and informative paper craft! It’s a great way for older kids to visualise plant nutrition while getting creative with shapes and colours.

Materials Required

• Fevicol Ele

• Felt Pens

• Pencil

• Eraser

• Scissors

• Coloured Chart Papers
   

Steps to Create:
Draw and cut three circles of varying sizes, dividing and layering them to create a rotating dial. Decorate each layer—questions, examples, and descriptions go on different circles. Use coloured paper for segments and stick printed plant images in their corresponding slots to complete the interactive nutrition wheel. This interactive wheel also serves as an easy science model for visual learners, helping them break down how plants get nutrients.

Creative Tip:
Use brads or paper fasteners at the centre to make your dial spin smoothly great for quizzes or revision games! Use this as a rotating quiz tool or even as part of summer projects focused on nature and the environment.

Dive into the wonders of plant science with the creative and educational Fun Plant Nutrition Craft for Kids.

4. Body Parts Activity for Young Learners

Make learning about the human body a colourful adventure! This fun-filled activity helps preschoolers discover body parts through painting, cutting, and labelling—perfect for little hands and curious minds.

Materials Required

• Rangeela Tempera Colours

• Pencil

• Felt Pen

• Template of body Parts
   

Steps to Create:
Begin by cutting out the body parts from the provided template. Let kids paint each piece using bright tempera colours, then outline them with a felt pen for clarity. Label every part clearly, and your body part chart is ready to display and learn from! Whether at home or school, this is a perfect science activity that’s equal parts fun and informative.

Creative Tip:
Attach the labelled parts onto a large paper outline of your child’s body to create a life-sized learning poster! This also makes a great addition to craft summer camp activities, especially when teaching younger kids about their own bodies.

Help your child explore anatomy through art by following the simple guide for the Body Parts Activity for Young Learners.

And It’s A Wrap!

Science becomes truly memorable when kids can see it, touch it, and create it themselves. These crafts don’t just teach—they make complex ideas both approachable and exciting. Each science activity fosters problem-solving and builds curiosity in a child-friendly way. Whether your child is identifying body parts, constructing organ models, or exploring how plants nourish themselves, these activities make complex ideas both approachable and exciting. These are perfect options for craft summer camp activities, offering a playful environment to learn and create. So gather your supplies, fuel your imagination, and let your little learners discover how easy science models and crafts can make learning unforgettable. Plus, these fun DIYs are excellent summer projects for keeping young minds active and engaged during holidays.