DIY Animal Crafts for Kids: 4 Creative Projects Inspired by Wildlife

DIY Animal Crafts for Kids: 4 Creative Projects Inspired by Wildlife

Are you ready to take a fun, creative journey into the wild world of animals through animal crafts? Crafting is not only a fantastic way to spark creativity, but it also helps kids explore the fascinating world of wildlife through animal art and craft projects. From creating animal planters to fun matching activities, each craft offers a unique opportunity to learn while having fun! So grab your supplies and let’s get started with some exciting animal-themed projects that will teach kids about the creatures that roam our planet—all while making something they can proudly display!

1. How to Make an Animal Planter for Kids

Recycle old containers into adorable animal DIY crafts like planters, and give your little ones a fun, eco-friendly project! This DIY animal craft is a wonderful way to teach kids about sustainability while getting creative with animal designs.

Materials Needed

  • Fevicol A+

  • Fevicryl Acrylic Colour

  • Rangeela Creative Clay

  • Tin or Plastic Bottle

  • Pipe Cleaner

  • Fine Art Brushes

  • Paper Cutter

  • Tissue Paper

Steps to Create this Activity To create an animal planter, start by cutting a plastic bottle with a paper cutter and removing the bottom part. Then, cover the bottle with tissue paper using Fevicol A+ and let it dry. Paint the bottle with Fevicryl Acrylic Colour. Next, shape the features of your chosen animal using Rangeela Creative Clay (such as a cow, dog, or any animal you like) and attach them to the bottle with Fevicol A+. Your handmade animal planter is ready to use!

Tip: Make a whole farm animal collection—create a barnyard of planters by designing different farm animals like chickens, pigs, and goats to give kids a creative way to learn about different species.

Want to create your own animal planters? Click here to see the steps in more detail!

 

2. Learn How to Make a Wall Hanging Fevicreate

Craft a beautiful wall hanging inspired by your favourite animals and let kids explore their creativity with animal crafts. This project combines the charm of wildlife with the creativity of animal art and craft, making it perfect for kids.

Materials Needed

  • Fevicol MR

  • Rangeela Creative Clay

  • Mirrors

  • Decorative Cord

  • Embellishments

  • Ornamental Stones

  • Pom Pom

  • Keychain Hooks

  • Pencil

  • Fine Art Brushes

  • Scissors

Steps to Create this Activity Start by outlining the animals you want to feature on tracing paper and then trace it onto a mount board. Fill the outlines with Rangeela Creative Clay and smooth the edges. After applying Fevicol MR to seal, decorate your creation with beads, pom-poms, and mirrors. Once dry, attach keychain hooks to hang it up with a decorative cord. Now you have a charming animal-themed wall hanging to display!

Tip: Incorporate your favourite animal’s environment (like trees for a monkey or water for a fish) to make it more engaging for kids and help them learn about where these animals live.

Ready to hang some wild art? Click here to see the steps in more detail!

 

3. Make Animal Matching Activities Worksheet for Kids

This matching activity is a great way for kids to learn about animal diets while engaging with animal crafts designed for learning and fun! These DIY animal crafts can also be turned into interactive games to enhance learning about wildlife.

Materials Needed

  • Fevicol MR

  • Mount Board

  • White Chart Papers

  • Coloured Chart Papers

  • OHP Sheet

  • Pencil

  • Scale

Steps to Create this Activity Draw animal characters on coloured chart paper and their corresponding foods on white chart paper. Cut them out and arrange them on a mount board. Using Fevicol MR, glue everything in place, creating a "Match the Following" worksheet. You can make dice with animal images and food to match them in a fun board game format. This is a creative and interactive way to teach kids about animals and their diets!

Tip: Create different levels of matching—start with simple animal-food pairs and gradually add more complex animal behaviours to the matching activity, enhancing their learning.

Let’s match up some animal fun! Click here to see the steps in more detail!

 

4. Fun Animal Craft Ideas to Celebrate Friendship Day

Celebrate Friendship Day with adorable animal crafts like bookmarks or cards—perfect for giving to friends! This DIY animal craft is a fantastic way to personalise gifts and let kids express their love for wildlife.

Materials Needed

  • Fevistik Power

  • Rangeela Tempera Colour

  • Thick Cardboard Paper

  • Coloured Chart

  • Any Cord

  • Ice Cream Stick

  • Felt Pen

  • Scissors

  • Pencil

Steps to Create this Activity Cut out 5 cm squares from colourful chart paper and arrange them into animal designs on a thick cardboard base. Use Fevistik Power to stick the pieces in place. You can create bookmarks, cards, or even magnets for your friends! Draw animal outlines with a pencil, cut them out, and assemble your adorable animal creations using the craft materials.

Tip: Personalise the designs by letting kids choose their favourite animals or create fun animal-inspired messages to write inside the cards or bookmarks!

Ready to celebrate with some animal fun? Click here to see the steps in more detail!

 

Conclusion

Crafting with animals through animal art and craft projects can open up a world of learning, creativity, and fun! Let your kids explore wildlife with hands-on activities and animal crafts, creating memories and masterpieces. These easy DIY animal crafts are perfect for kids to explore wildlife, develop new skills, and express their artistic flair. Plus, these projects can be enhanced with simple creative twists, making them even more engaging. Let your kids dive into the wonders of the animal kingdom while having fun with hands-on craft activities that teach them about the world around them.