Ideas by Age
Not every craft idea is suitable for every age, and not every game is as much fun at 3 years old as it is at 7. That's why we've sorted our ideas by age groups, so you can quickly find what works best for your child.
The age recommendation for each idea is just a minimum age, not a strict upper limit. So an idea for 3 years old often works great for 5-year-olds too, as long as it fits well. What matters more than the exact number is what your child can do and what they enjoy at the moment. The age ranges here are just a guideline, not a hard rule.
Just select the age group that fits your child, whether it's crafting or playing, and you'll be taken straight to a page with the right ideas, each explained individually and linked with instructions.
Craft Ideas by Age
From early glue and mud projects at age 3 to more advanced crafting with carving knives or hot wax for elementary school kids, it's best to have an adult join in.
Craft Ideas for 3-Year-Olds 12 easy craft ideas that little hands can get started with safely. 
Craft Ideas for 4-Year-Olds 15 craft ideas that will really spark your imagination. 
Craft Ideas for 5-Year-Olds 15 craft ideas for little artists with their own minds. 
Craft Ideas for 6-Year-Olds 14 craft ideas for beginners in school that require patience and creativity. 
Craft Ideas for 7 to 8-Year-Olds 15 more challenging craft ideas for elementary school kids. Play Ideas by Age
From simple, no-material games for the little ones to tricky puzzles, throwing games, and movement games that elementary school kids love to challenge themselves with.
Play ideas for 3-year-olds 14 simple game ideas for your first playtime together. 
Play ideas for 4-year-olds 14 play ideas for little explorers with growing endurance. 
Play Ideas for 5-Year-Olds 14 fun game ideas with simple rules, teamwork, and lots of movement. 
Play ideas for 6-year-olds 14 fun activity ideas for kids starting school, combining brainpower and movement. Play ideas for 7 to 8-year-olds 14 fun activity ideas for elementary school kids who love to puzzle and play. Noch mehr Inspiration?
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