10 Phenomenal Websites to Find 4th of July Art Activities for Kids

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You know it's summer when the 4th of July rolls around! Keeping the kiddos active and entertained all summer can sometimes be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be when we have so many great FREE art activities at our fingertips. I've compiled some wonderful websites that offer free printables, activities, games, craft projects, lessons and more. And since the 4th of July is just a few days away, I'm starting there.

DLTK's Crafts for Kids

DLTK's Crafts for Kids has a ton of great FREE artsy activities for kids. Their page of Independence/USA printables is sure to get kids and adults excited for the holiday.

Coloring Pages for Kids

DLTK's sister site, Coloring Pages for Kids, has a wonderful array of 4th of July and USA-inspired kids coloring pages. Check them out here. 

Tip Junkie

Tip Junkie is an awesome website for crafts, printables, activities and more. You can find a generous page of 4th of July activities, games, crafts and printables for kids and adults here. 

Mr. Printables

With a name like Mr. Printables you just know this site will be chock full of ideas and inspiration. Check out their 4th of July Activities page here. 

Mom Junction

Mom Junction has a wide variety of craft activities for adults and kids of all ages. Their 35 Best 4th of July Coloring Pages for Your Toddlers will keep kids entertained and busy for a while. Don't let the "Toddlers" in the title fool you - these coloring pages are definitely suitable for any age!

Hello Kids

Hello Kids is a wonderful resource for teachers, parents and kids K thru 8th grade. You can find a terrific collection of Independence Day coloring pages here. 

Crayola

Crayola.com is another great craft resource. Their page of Independence Day printables includes a variety of educational and fun printable activities for children. 

Easy Peasy and Fun

The Easy Peasy and Fun website has compiled a convenient and downloadable PDF of adorable 4th of July graphics for kids to print, cut, color and share. 

Raising Our Kids

Raising Our Kids shares two pages of cute and vintage-looking 4th of July coloring pages for kids of all ages.

All Kids Network

I've saved what I think is the best of all 4th of July resources for kids. You HAVE to check out the All Kids Network! This site is a goldmine of ideas, inspiration, activities, games, you name it, for teachers, parents and kids. Check out their Kids 4th of July Crafts page here, but be sure to stick around to find tons more goodies! Their projects, materials lists and instructions are topnotch!

Sara Sadie's FREE Printable Coloring Activity Book for Big and Little Kids

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Here's another AWESOMELY artistic website that shares FREE printables! Sara Sadie has an adorable coloring activity book for kids of all ages to print out. You can print your activity book here.

FREE Father's Day Badges Printable Download

We didn't want to forget dear old dad, so we've created a FREE Father's Day badges printable download for the kiddos to print, cut and give to dad on Father's Day, June 18. As always, this free printable is for your own personal use. Click the photos, save to your computer and print from there. Or you can go straight to the PDF download here. 

© DIY Mom Blog 2017

© DIY Mom Blog 2017

© DIY Mom Blog 2017

Free Minnie Inspired Gift Tags

It's time for another FREEBIE. This one is for adorable Minnie inspired gift tags. 

Each tag measures 3 inches and can be cut out with scissors or a paper punch. Use them as gift tags or even cake toppers. Have fun! 

Instructions:

Click on the photo to enlarge in a new window. Right click and "Save Image As". Print from there. 

*Characters used in this design are not being sold and are free for personal use only. Ownership of these licensed characters is not claimed. 

Kids and Camp Postcard Ideas

Here's an idea to use those Quirky Characters that I featured in my previous post. Making postcards to send home while at camp might ease those homesick blues. Kids and parents can create them together prior to camp, to have on hand as needed. Don't forget to send some stamps too (and maybe a few envelopes to add extra protection for that precious artwork).

© 2016 Susan Barton

I used only recycled materials to create the postcard - cereal boxes to be exact - so it cost me nothing to make. I used permanent markers to color the Quirky Character and added thick paint to the printed side of the cardboard (I used a pallet knife for better coverage). The Quirky Character is glued onto the postcard using a strong craft glue (I used "Crafter's Pick"). Then I printed out the saying from my computer and glued it on with my homemade decoupage glue (school glue and water).

I drew lines for addressing the card on the back and it's ready to go. These postcards would also make a great Vacation Bible or other summertime craft activity!

© 2016 Susan Barton

Tin Ceiling Tile Crafts

Have you ever wandered your local craft store isles and noticed those great tin ceiling tiles? You've probably appreciated their old-fashioned, well-worn look, but wondered what you could do with them.

Tin ceiling tiles have been in use since the 1800's. Since they were durably constructed, many tin ceilings have survived over the centuries and are still available today. Because of their ornate appeal, tin ceiling tiles are often used in craft projects. Craft stores now sell reproduction tin ceiling tiles for this purpose. There are several easy crafts for children that use these tiles. With a few additional supplies, children can complete the following tin ceiling tile crafts in a day or less.

Embossed Art Using Tin Ceiling Tiles

Even young children should have no problem making original artwork using this embossing method. Set a tin ceiling tile face up on a table. Lay a sheet of standard drawing paper on top of the tile. Use charcoal pencils, colored pencils, crayons, chalk or pastels on a slight angel and rub until the tin ceiling tile design begins to show on the paper's surface. Experiment with different writing tools, papers and varied pressure. Embossed paper art can used in scrapbooks, as custom stationery or folded to create greeting cards.

Tin Ceiling Tile Wall Art

Custom wall art can be created by children of almost any age. Purchase artist's canvas and paint in desired colors with acrylic paints. Paint tin ceiling tiles with metal paint. Acrylics can be used but will need to be sealed with an acrylic sealer. Experiment with splatter, sponge and dabbing paint techniques. If a vintage look is desired, tiles can be lightly sanded after the paint has completely dried. Using a strong glue, such as E6000, attach the tin ceiling tile to the artist's canvas.

Tin Ceiling Tile Christmas Ornaments

Creating a tin ceiling tile Christmas ornament is easy and required just a few supplies. The ceiling tile can be painted or left in its original color. Drill a hole at the top of the ceiling tile. Adults can do this step for young children. Older children can complete this step with adult supervision. Wrap string, twine, yarn or raffia around the tile a few times in different directions and tie off. Tuck photos or cut-outs from old Christmas cards under the string. Jingle bells and other trinkets can be tied to the wrapped string. Thread a piece of holiday ribbon through the drilled hole and tie into a bow for hanging on the tree.

Tin Ceiling Tile Scrapbook

Two tin ceiling tiles are needed to make this scrapbook. The tiles can be painted or left in their original color. Cut some writing, sketch or notebook paper the same size as the tin tiles. Set aside. Take the two tiles and lay one on top of the other. Using a permanent marker, mark two holes for drilling. Drill through both tiles at the same time to be sure they line up properly. Adults can do this step for small children. Older children can drill the holes with adult supervision. Take one tile and place it on top of your paper pile. Drill into and through the paper pile. Use leather cording, yarn or ribbon, pull through the drilled holes and tie off securely. The scrapbook cover can be decorated, using a strong glue, with photos, buttons, jewelry and other odds and ends. Or the string wrapping method can be used to hold objects in place.