Cool Crafts Easy for Boys in 5th Grade to Do When Bored

These easy crafts for kids are great for any age. You can make these projects at home with simple supplies, and adults can join in too. Most of them are pretty quick; all of them are attainable.

I know that one of the hardest things in the world is coming up with a craft idea right when you need one. I'm one of those people that always has a plethora of projects ready to roll, except when you ask me for something specific.

For example, you could say "Amy, I have three kids at home ages 3, 5, and 9 – and they're bored. Give me some easy craft ideas for kids."

Um. I'll take "give me some project inspiration for $1000, Alex."

I'm just about in my mid-40s, so rather than pretend I can come up with things on the fly, I'm just going to start making lists. I also feel like I'm adding more nieces and nephews by the day, so these will come in handy for me too.

You might be wondering what my favorite supplies are to make said "easy crafts for kids." Here's a list of what I love using:

• Mod Podge – of course
• Perler beads
• Duck Tape
• Pipe cleaners
• Pom poms
• Foam sheets and letters
• Polymer clay

I basically love using any kids' craft supplies, but these are my faves. The more colorful, the better as far as I'm concerned.

Are you ready to see the easy crafts for kids? I'd love for you to check the list out below. Once you're done reading, let me know which are your favorites . . . as well as your fave supplies . . . in the comments!

Cool Toothpick Cacti

Succulents and cacti are all the rage right now, so try this cute toothpick craft with kids. Make a cool cactus that requires no water!

Confetti Bookmarks for Kids

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

Your kids are going to love making these DIY bookmarks with a twist – just add paint chips and confetti made from tissue paper. So easy!

Egg Carton Art

If you like egg carton crafts, try this canvas project with your kids. You'll have just as much fun as they do!

Make Wine Cork Stamps

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

Instead of purchasing stamps at the store, save a couple of bucks and make your own from wine corks. It's VERY easy.

Laundry Detergent Slime

Photo Credit: Amy Anderson

Learn how to make slime with laundry detergent – and NO Borax! This is a completely non-toxic, easy recipe for kids with just a few ingredients.

Summer Bug Cards

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

These bug cards are the perfect summer crafts for kids! Make them easily with stickers, ink pads, and other simple supplies. Children will love making them!

Faux Stained Glass House

This faux stained glass house is the perfect creative project for kids! So fun to do, and you can customize with any colors.

Tie Dye T-Shirt Headbands

Photo Credit: Pretty Life Girls

These DIY tie dye headbands are easy to make from t-shirts and look great! Both kids and adults will love this fashion craft. Make a DIY headband for spring or summer using one of these three methods!

DIY Window Clings

Use Mod Podge to make your own DIY window clings on a budget - these gel window clings are so easy, and a great kids' craft!

Dip Dyed Wall Art

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

Use liquid watercolors or food coloring to make this unique dip dyed kids wall art project. Kids will have so much fun and the results are very cool!

Paper Beads

Learn how to make paper beads the easy way, with Mod Podge! Great for jewelry making. Use magazines, scrapbook paper, newspaper, and more.

DIY Magic Wands

Photo Credit: Natalie Shaw

These turned out great--Not your generic magic wands!I love the bright colors and the unique variety.You won't find wands like this anywhere else on the internet!

Nail Polish Washer Necklaces

Photo Credit: Brandy Nelson

These nail polish washer necklaces are such a unique craft to make! Simply paint a metal washer with nail polish and let dry. Use different colors to create patterns. A great camp project for teens.

Outer Space Jewelry

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

Are you looking for a kids jewelry project that's out-of-this-world fun? This outer space themed strand of planets is made with clay – it's really easy to do!

Woven CD Dream Catcher

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

What do you do with an old CD? Turn it into a weaving surface! This dream catcher project will keep kids occupied for hours, and the results are pretty stunning. Great for hanging in a kids' room once they are done.

Totem Pole Banks

Photo Credit: Merrilee Liddiard

Make saving a more fun experience for kids by turning their bank into a totem pole! This is so easy to do with tin canvas and duct tape.

Galaxy Glitter Jars

Photo Credit: Melissa Lenning

Making a calming glitter jar is a beautiful, easy, and fun activity for kids - and these galaxy glitter jars are out of this world! Made with mason jars, glitter, water, and glue, they are perfect for meditation and stress relief.

Backpack Charms

Learn how to make a DIY backpack charm using Duck Tape! This is a fun and easy crafts for kids. Great for zipper pulls too.

Friendship Bracelet Loom

Photo Credit: Rachel Miller

You can make a DIY bracelet loom out of stiff cardboard . . . then start making friendship bracelets galore! I'm sure you remember this craft from your childhood. It's an easy craft for kids you can bring back around!

Origami Heart Bookmark

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

Make an origami bookmark the easy way! This easy origami heart looks just like a conversation heart, and fits on the corner of a book page. Kids and adults will love this idea.

DIY God's Eyes

Photo Credit: Erica Coffman

Remember those simple little diamond shaped yarn weavings we all made at summer camp with just two popsicle sticks and a some colorful yarn? Kids will love making their own color combinations in this simple project idea.

Wax Paper Lantern

Photo Credit: Lindsay Gilbert

This kid's craft covers construction skills, colors and color-mixing, and creating unique artwork. With a few simple supplies, you can create a unique wax paper lantern and have a great time doing it.

Mod Podge Fabric Bowl

Learn how to make Mod Podge fabric bowls the easy way! This is such a cool and easy craft idea, and can be made with all sorts of fabric patterns.

Dish Soap Silly Putty

Photo Credit: Kelly Dixon

I can't believe you only need two ingredients for this silly putty! You probably have them in your kitchen already. This is a very fun (and safe) craft to make with the littles.

Duck Tape Braided Bracelets

Photo Credit: Steve Carrell

These DIY bracelets made with Duck Tape are SO easy! Make these braided bracelets as a fun kids' craft idea for summer. Teens and tweens will love them.

Hot Rock Crayon Art

Photo Credit: Nikkala Stephens

Hot rock crayon art is made by heating rocks in the oven and then letting crayon melt as you "draw" on the rocks. To make it even better, turn them loose at the sink to wash the rocks. Kids will think its the best thing ever!

Bird Feeders

Photo Credit: Jamie Wise

These bird feeders are fun for all ages to make! They are cute, easy, and birds obviously love them. What a great opportunity for kids to watch and learn about the different species in their neighborhood as well.

Glow in the Dark Play Doh

Photo Credit: Megan Kapple

Learn how to make unique DIY play dough with only three ingredients – this version glows in the dark and is so inexpensive to make! Kids will love it.

DIY Shape Bubble Wands

Photo Credit: Maggy Woodley

With a plethora of cookie cutter shapes available, kids will have hours of fun all summer long with these simple DIY bubble wands. Combine these with a simple bubble recipe and your summer bubble activities playtime is sorted!

Weaving with Kids

Photo Credit: Barbara Rucci

Weaving is one of those easy crafts for kids that adults will also want to try! Use bold colors of yarn to make fun and functional wall art that littles will love.

Salt Painting

Photo Credit: Carrie Barnard

Salt painting is a really fun activity to do with the kiddos without a ton of supplies or expense. This activity is super easy and provides a ton of fun for children as they create their own unique art.

How to Make a Bouncy Ball

Photo Credit: Desiree Campbell

Learn how to make a bouncy ball in five minutes! If you remember doing this in science class as a kid, it's a fun activity to share with kiddos. Desiree made these during spring break to keep her young ones busy.

Straw Rockets

Photo Credit: Leslie Manlapig

After your kids create these fun rockets, all they have to do is blow on one end and watch their spacecraft creations soar! Great to make along with homeschool space studies.

Mason Jar Night Light

Make this mason jar night light craft using a simple tutorial! This is a fun project for kids or adults. They use LED candles for safety.

How to Make Stickers

Learn how to make stickers at home with origami paper and Mod Podge! It's really easy to do and I love that it uses only a few simple supplies.

Coffee Filter Flowers

Photo Credit: Natalie Shaw

What do I love about this easy craft for kids? You really can't mess it up! Grab some coffee filters and food coloring and be sure to cover your work surface. You're about to make some beautiful blooms.

Colorful Geometric Frame

This tissue paper frame is perfect for whipping up quickly and adding color to your home. So easy, even a child can do it!

Recycled Mailer Kite

Photo Credit: Ana Dziengel

This is a perfect craft for school age kids and a nice way to teach them about plans/patterns and measuring. After you make the kites, then you can get out and fly them. I do love a kids' craft that provides a double whammy of fun!

Kids Art Coasters

Learn how to make kids artwork gifts with these wooden coasters! These kids art coasters are REALLY easy to make and are so cute.

Wooden Bead Dolls

Photo Credit: Mari Richards

I see a lot of wood beads at the craft store, but to be honest I've never known what to do with them. Now I do! These beaded dolls are great for older kids and tweens.

Contact Paper Suncatcher

Photo Credit: Jean Van't Hul

I always forget that clear contact paper has so many uses! One of my favorites is suncatchers, especially with natural items. This idea absolutely fits the bill.

How to Make Hairy Friends

Photo Credit: Sherri Osborn

Not only are these hairy friends adorable, they are a great way for kids to get some practice with scissors and work on their fine motor skills. The grass will keep growing, and your child can keep giving their hairy friends haircuts.

Clothespin Airplanes

Photo Credit: Jill Fritz

Anything you can make with craft sticks and clothespins is awesome as far as I'm concerned! These clothespin airplanes are so so cute and the colors can be customized depending on the paint you have on hand.

Insect Identification Chart

This insect identification chart is such an easy kids craft. It allows your children (and you!) to learn about the bugs in your environment!

Glowing Campfire Craft

Photo Credit: Chelsey Marashian

Kids love making and playing with this glowing campfire craft! It's super easy to make and perfect for summer, fire safety week, summer camp, or for imaginative play.

Pipe Cleaner Animals

Photo Credit: Sarah Dees

Get out the pipe cleaners and the googly eyes, because kids will have a blast making these adorable pipe cleaner animals! This craft is perfect for a rainy day. Encourage kids to make a whole zoo!

Make a Confetti Bowl

Learn how to make a bowl using confetti! This is such a cool and easy craft idea, and the color combinations you can't put together are awesome.

How to Make Worry Dolls

Photo Credit: Maggy Woodley

Worry dolls are such an easy craft for kids – as kids can make them and take them to summer camp or the grandparent's house. Wherever there is separation and a little worry . . . these worry dolls will help!

Drill Spin Art

Photo Credit: Agnes Hsu

Get the kids excited for some action art with this fun electric drill spin art project! This spin art craft for kids takes all of 5 minutes to set up (adult supervision required), but so much visual fun.

DIY Magnets

Make cute magnets using this simple tutorial! This is one of those DIY magnet ideas you're going to love making for every gift giving opportunity.

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