For many, the month of May also marks the end of the school year. As a mom myself, I know it can be difficult to find things to keep your little ones occupied all Spring, especially on those rainy days. That’s why I’ve compiled some of my favorite May crafts to share with you. Be sure to read to the end to discover all 45+ of them (the last one is my favorite).
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Fun Facts About May
- May is the last month of spring and the first month of summer.
- The birthstone of May is the emerald.
- The birth flower of May is the lily of the valley.
- Some holidays celebrated across the world during the month of May include Cinco de Mayo, Beltane, May Day, Pentecost and Memorial Day.
You can find a full list of fun holidays to celebrate in May this year HERE.
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1-3. Paper Plate Flower Pouch for Mother’s Day
Are you in need of some May craft ideas to keep your little ones at bay over Spring break? This paper plate flower pouch is just the craft you need! Click HERE to learn how to make it yourself.
4. Paper Chain Sunflower for Mother’s Day
This simple paper chain sunflower makes for a great May preschool craft. Whether you are a toddler mom or an elementary school teacher, we are confident this simple craft will be a fan-favorite for you little ones. Click HERE to view the full set of instructions.
5. Paper Bag Flowers for Mother’s Day
The last thing that we want is for these May craft ideas to be complicated. That’s why every craft you see on this site comes from our masterlist of supplies (you might even already have a lot of these items laying around your house!). That means that once your bag is filled, you can complete every activity on this list like these paper bag flowers. Click HERE to learn how to make it yourself.
6. Popsicle Stick Flower Bookmark for Mother’s Day for Mother’s Day
If you are looking for a Mother’s Day activity to help your little one’s celebrate the special women in their life, then this popsicle stick flower bookmark is the perfect craft for you. Want to read the full set of instructions? Click HERE.
7. Paper Flowers
If you liked the last Mother’s Day activity, then you will love this paper flower bouquet. Whether you’re a preschool or kindergarten teacher looking for a craft for your kids to give to their moms for Mother’s Day or you are a homeschool mom wanting to test out some may craft ideas, we know your kids will love this paper flower bouquet. You can learn how to make it youself when you visit HERE.
8. Mindfulness Activity for National Laughter Day
Did you know that May 1st is National Laughter Day? This mindfulness activity is a great way to celebrate this unique holiday and help your little ones identify their emotions. Click HERE to read the full set of directions.
9-10. Rocking Bird for National Bird Day
Fun fact – nearly 15 million people in the United States alone participate in the past time of bird watching. This rocking bird craft is a great craft to make while you wait for the birds to migrate back north. Want to learn how to make this craft? Click HERE.
11. Recycled Newspaper Bird for National Bird Day
Are you looking for May craft ideas to use up what you already have lying around the house? This recycled newspaper bird craft is just the craft you need. Click HERE to learn more.
12. Sensory Constellation Activity for National Space Day
This sensory constellation activity is the perfect May preschool craft for National Space Day (May 6th). All you need to complete this activity is a few items you already have laying around your house (or in your bag). You can get the free printable HERE.
13. Rocket Name Craft for National Space Day
This rocket name craft is a fun way to teach your toddler or preschooler how to spell their name. It can also turn into a Mother’s Day activity when you have the child spell “Mom” on the rocket. You can learn how to make this craft when you visit “Rocket Name Craft (with FREE Template)“.
14. Cupcake Craft for National Give Someone a Cupcake Day
We want these may craft ideas to fit all lifestyles whether you’re a busy toddler mom or a preschool / elementary school teacher. That’s why this cupcake craft comes with a free, printable template to make crafting easy. You can download your free template when you click HERE.
15. Paper Plate American Flag Pouch for Memorial Day
Whether it is Independence Day, Labor Day, or Memorial Day, this Paper Plate American Flag Craft is the perfect activity to introduce your little ones to these important holidays. Click HERE to learn how to make this American Flag pouch for yourself.
16. Paper Bag Train for National Train Day
May 14th is also National Train Day! This unique holiday is a great opportunity to test out some unconventional may craft ideas like this paper bag train. Want to read the full set of directions? Click HERE.
17. Paper Plate Cookie Craft for World Baking Day
Paper plate crafts are a great way to make use of the month of May. The easy-to-read instructions makes this may preschool craft perfect for kids of all ages (preschoolers to elementary students). Click HERE to read the full set of instructions. You can also use this craft for “Chocoalate Chip Day”, celebrated on May 15.
18-23. Paper Dinosaurs for Dinosaur Day
Did you know that May 17th is National Dinosaur Day? These mighty creatures roamed the earth more than 66 million years ago. Want crafts inspired by this quirky holiday? You can find these paper dinosaur ornaments when you visit our article “Roaringly Fun DIY Paper Dinosaur Crafts for Kids“.
24. Dinosaur Coloring Pages for Dinosaur Day
Are you looking for low to no prep activities to keep your little ones occupied this May? These free dino coloring pages are exactly what you need. Click HERE to claim your free and printable coloring pages.
25. Paper Plate Tiger for Endangered Species Day
Did you know that May 20th is Endangered Species Day? There are only about 4,500 tigers left in the wild. You can make a craft inspired by this special creature when you visit our post “Paper Plate Tiger Craft“.
26. Paper Plate Panda for Endangered Species Day
This may preschool craft is a great activity to strengthen your little one’s fine motor skills. They will have so much creating a fluffy panda with the yarn. Want to learn how to make this paper plate panda for endangered species day? Click HERE for the full set of instructions.
27. Rhino Craft for Endangered Species Day
We want these may craft ideas to be just as unique as you are, that’s why this rhino craft comes with a free, printable template to help you pick the perfect expression for your rhino. Simply cut out the eyes that best fit your craft. Click HERE to access the free printable.
28. Pizza Pouch Craft for National Pizza Party Day
Did you know that May 20th is National Pizza Party Day? This pizza pouch is a great craft for your preschool or daycare classroom to accompany a classroom party. You can learn how to make this craft when you visit our article “Pizza Craft Pouch“.
29-32. Dog Crafts for National Rescue Dog Day
Celebrate National Rescue Dog Day (May 20th) with these four paper bag dog crafts! Whether you prefer poodles, sheep dogs or muts, there is a craft for every dog lover. Click HERE to learn how to make this craft for yourself.
33. Dog Coloring Pages for National Rescue Dog Day
These dog coloring pages make for the perfect may preschool craft. Simply print the free coloring pages and watch your preschoolers, kindergarteners or elementary schoolers color away. Click HERE to get all 8 of these free printables!
34. Popsicle Stick Strawberry Craft for Pick Strawberries Day
Looking for some may craft ideas to add to your nutrition unit in your classroom? This popsicle stick strawberry craft is exactly what you need. Check out this strawberry craft HERE.
35. Beehive Craft for World Bee Craft
This is a great craft to complete this May for World Bee Day! The free printable beehive template makes this craft super easy to make. Click HERE to claim your free beehive template.
36. Recycled Newspaper Bee Craft for World Bee Day
Bees are such a critical part of our world! Why not say thank you by doing our part to reduce our environmental impact? This bumblebee craft uses recycled newspaper to give a second life to this newspaper and create something truly unique. Click HERE to learn how to make this may preschool craft yourself.
37. Paper Plate Turtle for World Turtle Day
Did you know that May 23rd is World Turtle Day? Celebrate this eccentric holiday with this paper plate turtle craft. You can learn how to make this adorable creature when you visit “Paper Plate Turtle Craft“.
38. Recycled Newspaper Turtle for World Turtle Day
Are you looking for a simple craft to use up the supplies you have lying around your home or classroom? Then this recycled newspaper turtle is the perfect may preschool craft for you. You can learn how to make this turtle craft when you visit our post “Recycle Paper Turtle Craft“.
39. Popsicle Stick Otter for World Otter Day
Can’t get enough of these may craft ideas? Consider making these adorable popsicle stick otters in honor of World Otter Day on May 29. Want to read the full set of instructions? Click HERE.
40. Fruit Craft Collection for Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day
Did you know that May 21st is Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day? This fruit art collection makes for a great addition to your nutrition unit in your classroom. Learn to make all five when you visit HERE.
41. Paper Plate Flamingo for Pink Flamingo Day
Celebrate Pink Flamingo Day this May with this paper plate flamingo craft. Its moveable neck makes this craft perfect for imaginary play. You can learn how to make this pink flamingo craft when you click HERE.
42-44. Star Wars Crafts for May the 4th
Are you looking for some Star Wars crafts to share with your little ones this May the 4th? Then this collection is just what you need! Your kids will love making BB8, R2D2 and the Death Star. You can learn how to make these paper plate crafts when you click HERE.
45. Paper Plate Taco Craft for Cinco de Mayo
Every May the 5th, tens of thousands of people celebrate “Cinco de Mayo” a holiday that commemorates Mexico’s victory over France. People celebrate with festivals, dancing and yummy foods (like enchiladas and tacos!). You can learn how to make this paper plate taco craft this Cindo de Mayo when you visit HERE.
46. Calavera Craft for Cinco de Mayo
Though most commonly seen as a symbol of Dia de los Muertos, these decorative skeletons (also known as calaveras) may also be seen on Cinco de Mayo. A commemoration of the lives lost during the battle of Puebla. You can learn how to make this skeleton craft when you click HERE.
47. Chicken Craft for National Dance Like a Chicken Day
This year National Dance like a Chicken Day is on May 14th! Making this craft is perfect because when you pull the string, your chicken actually does flap his wings and “dance”. You can find the full tutorial HERE.
48. Celebrate Kite Day with this Kite Craft
Spring is the perfect time to fly a kite. You can design your own even with the right kit. Kite Day happens on May 12! Learn how to make this fun and simple kite (also great for Memorial Day) HERE.
49. Rattle Drum Craft for National Buy a Musical Instrument Day
Learning to play a musical instrument is one of my fondest childhood memories, at least after I got out of the flutophone stage. Start growing an appreciation for music young with DIY musical instruments like this rattle drum. Learn how to make it HERE.
50. Craft Scavenger Hunt for Scavenger Hunt Day
Going on a scavenger hunt is always a good idea, and this craft scavenger hunt is extra special. Celebrate scavenger hunt day on May 24th. Grab your free scavenger hunt printable HERE.
51. Celebrate National Astronaut Day with This Astronaut Craft
Did you know that there’s a National Astronaut Day celebrated on May 5th? Grab your free template to make this fun astronaut craft (starting with some popsicle sticks!) HERE.
52. Dancing Hot Dog Craft to Celebrate National Barbecue Day
Who doesn’t love a good barbecue. Whether it’s your favorite veggies, burgers, hot dogs or bbq chicken, it’s never a bad time to gather a party around the grill. Celebrate National Barbecue Day May 16th with this dancing hot dog craft. You can find the full tutorial HERE.
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