Page Turner Adventures is an award-winning children’s program production company. Below are some of their best crafts and ideas to try at home this summer. Click on the links below or scroll down the page to find funtastic crafts.
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PLOT CHICKENS POP-UP BOOK
Suggested For Ages: 4 and up
Kids will have an egg-cellent time creating and writing a chicken themed Pop-Up book.
Kids will love this craft because it’s a hands-on, interactive way to bring their stories to life! They can color, decorate, and design their own adorable chickens, then watch them POP up from the pages! Plus, it’s a fantastic way to boost fine motor skills, storytelling, and imagination!
This craft is the perfect way to combine art, literacy, and storytelling. Cutting, measuring, and paper engineering also makes it a great STEAM craft.
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BUBBLE ART
Suggested For Ages: 6 and up.
Let’s get bubbly with this colorful and creative art project that kids won’t want to stop doing! Perfect for curious little artists, this easy bubble art activity uses paint, soap, and straws to create gorgeous, abstract masterpieces.
Why Kids Love It:
- Super fun and interactive
- Combines science + art
- Encourages creativity and experimentation
- Makes a little mess—in the best way!
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CLUCKING CHICKEN CUPS
Suggested For Ages: 4 and up.
Continue the farm-yard fun with chickens that actually cluck in this STEAM inspired craft.
This craft is not only adorable and silly, it’s also a great way to introduce kids to how sound is made and amplified.
It’s perfect for:
- Learning about friction and vibration
- Encouraging creativity and hands-on play
- Developing fine motor skills
- Sparking curiosity through experimentation
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COFFEE FILTER FISH
Suggested For Ages: 6 and up.
With some water-based markers and a little H2O, you can transform ordinary coffee filters into vibrant, colorful fish! This fun and easy craft is perfect for kids and adults alike. Watch as the colors blend beautifully, creating unique designs every time. Great for summer activities, ocean-themed projects, or just a creative afternoon at home.
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DRAMA DRAGON
Suggested For Ages: 6 and up.
Let’s make our own fiery dragon craft, inspired by Drama Dragon! Using a toilet paper tube, you can create any dragon you imagine—cute, fierce, or even a fire-breathing one!
What You’ll Need:
- Construction paper
- Tissue paper (for flames!)
- Pom-poms (various sizes)
- Googly eyes
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- Toilet paper tube
This fun and easy craft is perfect for little dragon lovers and creative kids. Let your imagination take flight!
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FAIRY TALE HOUSE
Suggested For Ages: 6 and up.
Let’s make our own fiery dragon craft, inspired by Drama Dragon! Using a toilet paper tube, you can create any dragon you imagine—cute, fierce, or even a fire-breathing one!
What You’ll Need:
- Construction paper
- Tissue paper (for flames!)
- Pom-poms (various sizes)
- Googly eyes
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- Toilet paper tube
This fun and easy craft is perfect for little dragon lovers and creative kids. Let your imagination take flight!
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HYDRO DIPPING
Hey, crafty kids! With the help of an adult, we’ll create amazing, one-of-a-kind designs by dipping objects into water mixed with spray paint or nail polish. You won’t believe the cool patterns you can make!
What You’ll Need:
- Spray paint (various colors) OR nail polish
- Warm water
- A disposable container (big enough for dipping)
- Gloves & a mask (safety first!)
- Something to stir the paint
- Fun things to dip—watercolor paper, gift bags, plastic items, and more!
Why This Craft is Awesome for Kids:
- Encourages creativity and experimenting with colors
- Easy and fun—every dip is a surprise!
- Great for decorating gifts, accessories, and art projects
Important! Since we’re using spray paint and nail polish, make sure to do this project outside with adult supervision. Wear a mask and gloves to stay safe!
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KINDNESS CATCHERS
Kids can “catch” kindness in this creative and interactive project that’s part craft, part game! Using imagination and creativity, they’ll come up with random acts of kindness to fill their kindness catchers. It’s a fun way to spark conversations about kindness while also practicing reading, writing, and drawing skills.
This SMARTS & CRAFTS activity encourages open-ended creativity—perfect for self-directed fun, group activities, or family bonding.
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PAPER PLATE DINOSAURS
Doesn’t everyone love a friendly dinosaur? With just a paper plate, some paint, and a toilet paper tube, you can bring these prehistoric pals back from extinction! This fun and easy craft is perfect for little dino lovers and a great way to spark creativity.
Kids will love this craft because it’s not only fun to make, but also sparks their imagination! They can create their favorite dinosaur species or invent their own — the possibilities are endless. Plus, painting and assembling their dino helps develop fine motor skills and creativity.
Get ready to stomp, roar, and craft your very own dinosaur masterpiece!
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PIRATE MAP
Ahoy, mateys! If you want to be a pirate, you’re going to need a pirate map! This fun and easy craft lets kids create their very own treasure map using materials you probably already have at home. Perfect for pretend play, scavenger hunts, or just some creative fun!
Why This Craft is Awesome!
- Encourages creativity and storytelling
- Super simple with household items
- Adds a realistic, aged look to your map
- Great for pirate-themed parties or playtime
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PRINTED OCEAN SCENES
Get ready for a fun and creative ocean adventure! In this craft, kids will learn how to make their own printed ocean scenes using a simple and exciting technique. They’ll love this project because it’s mess-free, colorful, and lets them design their own underwater world—full of fish, sea turtles, and wavy waters!
What You’ll Need:
- Water-based markers
- Styrofoam
- Paper
- Scissors
- Dull pencil
- Paper towel
- A little bit of water
Simply draw, color, and print to create a one-of-a-kind ocean masterpiece!
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SAFARI FLASHLIGHT
Get ready for a wild adventure with this fun and easy kids’ craft! Using just a zip lock bag, black and white construction paper, and permanent markers, you can create your very own Safari Flashlight! Watch as animals magically appear when you shine your ‘flashlight’ through the jungle.
Perfect for curious minds and little explorers, this craft is part creative project and part optical illusion — guaranteed to amaze!
Materials Needed:
- Zip lock bag
- Black and white construction paper
- Permanent markers
Simply draw, color, and print to create a one-of-a-kind ocean masterpiece!
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SANDPAPER ART
Create stunning beach art with just sandpaper and crayons!
This fun and easy craft is perfect for kids who love to get creative. The textured surface of the sandpaper gives the artwork a cool, sandy feel — and the best part? No messy sand to clean up! Kids will enjoy blending colors to create ocean waves, sunsets, or seashell designs. It’s a fantastic way to bring the beach vibe home, no swimsuits required!
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SALT DOUGH CRAFT
Get ready for a hands-on, open-ended craft that brings creativity and cooperation to the table! This pizzazzy project is perfect for kids who love to create, measure, and even explore a little math along the way. While one child can work solo, it’s even more fun when they team up to craft their own unique pizza masterpiece.
Why It’s Great for Kids:
- Encourages creativity & imagination
- Builds teamwork & cooperation skills
- Introduces basic math concepts like measuring & fractions
- Sparks problem-solving & critical thinking
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PAPER PLATE CRAFT
Get ready to stretch your imagination with this fun and easy Moth & Sloth craft! Using just a paper plate and construction paper, kids (ages 3-7) will love making their own adorable sloth—look closely and you’ll spot Moth hiding in Sloth’s fur! (Hint: He looks like a bowtie pasta noodle!)
This SMARTS & CRAFTS project sparks creativity, encourages innovation, and makes for fantastic family bonding time. Perfect as a self-directed activity or a group project!
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ALIEN FRISBEE
Looking for a fun, creative, and active craft for your little space explorers? Look no further! In this video, we’ll show you how to make your very own Alien Frisbee Flying Saucers using just a few simple materials you probably already have at home!
Why Kids Will Love It:
- It’s a blast to decorate with their own alien designs!
- They get to be creative and active—making AND playing!
- The frisbee actually flies, making it a great indoor or outdoor toy!
Why It’s Great for Them:
- Encourages fine motor skills with cutting and taping.
- Boosts creativity and imagination
- Promotes active play and healthy movement.
- Whether it’s a rainy day indoors or a sunny afternoon in the yard, this alien frisbee craft is out-of-this-world fun!
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FEELINGS FINDER CRAFT
In this video, we’ll show you how to turn a garbage bag, duct tape, a Sharpie, and a measuring stick into a trendy, waterproof beach bag that’s perfect for summer adventures. Whether you’re heading to the pool, the park, or a day in the sand, this bag is a fun and functional craft kids will be proud to use!
Why This Craft is Great for Kids:
- Encourages creativity and design thinking
- Builds fine motor skills through measuring, cutting, and taping
- Teaches problem-solving and following instructions
- Results in a cool, personalized bag they’ll actually use!
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DUCT TAPE BEACH BAG
Get ready for a wild adventure with this fun and easy kids’ craft! Using just a zip lock bag, black and white construction paper, and permanent markers, you can create your very own Safari Flashlight! Watch as animals magically appear when you shine your ‘flashlight’ through the jungle.
Perfect for curious minds and little explorers, this craft is part creative project and part optical illusion — guaranteed to amaze!
Materials Needed:
- Zip lock bag
- Black and white construction paper
- Permanent markers
Simply draw, color, and print to create a one-of-a-kind ocean masterpiece!
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CLOWN BOOKMARKS
Looking for a creative and colorful way to keep your place in your favorite book? This Clown Bookmark craft is the perfect DIY project for kids! Not only is it a great way to recycle a cereal box, but it also encourages imagination, fine motor skills, and a love for reading! Plus, with a fun clown design, this bookmark will bring smiles every time you open your book!
Why This Craft is Fun & Useful!
- Encourages creativity and hands-on learning
- Teaches measuring and cutting skills
- Makes reading even more exciting
- A fun keepsake or gift idea
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CLAPPING STISCKS
Let’s get creative with sound! In this super simple and fun craft tutorial, we’ll show you how to make your very own clapping sticks, inspired by traditional Aboriginal percussion instruments from Australia.
This craft is perfect for kids of all ages—it’s easy, educational, and a great way to explore rhythm and culture through art!
Why this is a great craft for kids:
This activity combines art, music, and culture all in one! It helps develop fine motor skills, creativity, and rhythm, while introducing kids to the beauty and significance of Aboriginal traditions in an age-appropriate, respectful way. Plus, it’s just plain fun!
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