{"id":1208,"date":"2022-08-11T19:05:58","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T19:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/startertemplatecloud.com\/g63\/?p=1208"},"modified":"2025-07-10T19:45:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T19:45:58","slug":"back-to-school-crafts-that-kids-and-parents-will-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/back-to-school-crafts-that-kids-and-parents-will-love\/","title":{"rendered":"Back-to-School Crafts That Kids (and Parents) Will Love"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Creative projects to spark excitement and calm first-day nerves<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The back-to-school season brings a mix of emotions\u2014excitement, jitters, and lots of to-dos. But one way to make the transition smoother (and more fun!) is through <strong>hands-on crafts<\/strong> that celebrate the new school year. Whether you&#8217;re a parent looking for bonding time or a teacher prepping for the first day, these back-to-school craft ideas are practical, personal, and guaranteed to bring smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s dive into a few favorites that are simple enough for kids, stylish enough for parents, and fun enough for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>DIY Pencil Toppers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Turn ordinary pencils into something magical<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids can personalize their pencils with felt, pom-poms, googly eyes, or foam shapes. Create animals, mini monsters, or their initials\u2014it&#8217;s a great way to encourage writing and creativity from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;flex-wrap:nowrap;}.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column1208_3604fd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > 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.kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image1208_db10dd-bb{max-width:40px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_db10dd-bb{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_db10dd-bb img{width:100%;}.kb-image1208_db10dd-bb .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1208_db10dd-bb size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-1769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You\u2019ll Need:<\/em> pencils, felt, glue, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, scissors<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Backpack Keychains or Bag Tags<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A fun way to identify their gear\u2014and show off their style<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make personalized keychains using shrink plastic, beaded letter charms, or mini perler bead designs. You can even laminate a favorite photo or drawing to hang from their backpack.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;flex-wrap:nowrap;}.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column1208_bcb165-5f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}.kt-row-column-wrap > 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.kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image1208_d1f8a3-39{max-width:40px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_d1f8a3-39{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_d1f8a3-39 img{width:100%;}.kb-image1208_d1f8a3-39 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1208_d1f8a3-39 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-1769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You\u2019ll Need:<\/em> key rings, shrink film or beads, markers, hole punch, oven<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>First Day of School Photo Frame<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Capture the moment in handmade style<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a \u201cFirst Day of ___ Grade\u201d photo frame using craft sticks, washi tape, and stickers. Include space to write the date or a favorite quote. It\u2019s a keepsake you&#8217;ll treasure year after year.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;flex-wrap:nowrap;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}.kt-row-column-wrap > 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;flex-wrap:nowrap;}}@media all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-row-column-wrap > .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca{align-self:center;}.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca{align-self:auto;}.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{align-items:center;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:flex-start;flex-wrap:nowrap;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column1208_bc0ed3-ca kb-section-dir-horizontal\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image1208_451eea-86.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image1208_451eea-86 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:40px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image1208_451eea-86.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image1208_451eea-86 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image1208_451eea-86{max-width:40px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_451eea-86{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_451eea-86 img{width:100%;}.kb-image1208_451eea-86 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1208_451eea-86 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-1769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You\u2019ll Need:<\/em> popsicle sticks, glue, markers, stickers, cardstock<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Customized Supply Caddies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Make organizing school supplies feel like play<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Decorate a dollar-store caddy or repurpose a tin can with scrapbook paper, paint, or stickers. Let kids design their own labels so they know where everything goes\u2014bonus points for getting excited about homework!<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;flex-wrap:nowrap;}.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column1208_24bea9-0b > .kt-inside-inner-col > 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.kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image1208_296478-61{max-width:40px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_296478-61{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_296478-61 img{width:100%;}.kb-image1208_296478-61 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1208_296478-61 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-1769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You\u2019ll Need:<\/em> containers, Mod Podge or glue, craft paper, labels<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Lunchbox Notes &amp; Joke Cards<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Add a little sunshine to their school day<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sit down with your kids to create a stash of lunchbox notes or silly jokes. You can handwrite them on colorful cardstock or design a printable set together. 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.kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image1208_3a866f-29{max-width:40px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_3a866f-29{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image1208_3a866f-29 img{width:100%;}.kb-image1208_3a866f-29 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1208_3a866f-29 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-1769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/demos.restored316.com\/crafted\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2022\/08\/Scissors.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You\u2019ll Need:<\/em> index cards, markers, stickers, optional printables<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>DIY Erasers with Modeling Clay<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Make their own erasers in cute shapes and colors<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With special erasable modeling clay (like polymer clay made for erasers), kids can mold mini animals, food, or shapes to top their pencils or use at their desk. 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