If you are in search of a fun craft kit for a kid who is around 4- or 5-years-old, check out this list of craft kits. These craft kits make great gifts for kids! If you have a more mature 5-year-old, you might also want to check out craft kits for elementary-aged kids. If you have other age groups you want to find craft kits for, check out my top gifts for crafters. For even more craft fun with your pre-k or kindergartner, check out these craft projects.
Alex Toys Color and Cuddle Critters
Keep crafty kids creating with different snuggly creatures. Simply doodle designs on the stuffed animal, wash it, then start all over again. Includes four washable markers and easy washing instructions.
Aquadoodle
You can find a variety of creative Aquadoodle products that allow your kids to create over and over again using water. Depending on the specific Aquadoodle product, kids use pens, stampers, and other tools filled with water. No clean up is required because as the water dries the design disappears (it takes about 1 minute) so your kids can make great art over and over again.
Big Fun Stamp Art Kit
With a little imagination, you can use these washable ink pads, stamps and markers to create clever works of art. Our set includes an array of 12 chunky foam stamps, perfect for little hands, 3 ink pads, 8 markers, a 30 page sketch pad and 2 adhesive backed cardboard frames with hanging tabs. A simple activity that can be completed by preschoolers without adult assistance.
Color Wonder Products
Color wonder markers and stampers are wonderful. They only make markers on Color Wonder paper and activity books. A great way for younger kids to enjoy markers without the mess! Available in a variety of kits.
Craft Smock
Anyone who does a child' laundry will appreciate you if you give a craft smock as a gift along with any other craft supplies that might get a little bit messy.
Crayola Crayon Maker
Using this crayon maker, you can make new crayons using old crayons and even create your own custom color combinations. This kit includes unique dual-ended crayon holders, and the clear hood allows child to watch while crayons melt.
Creations By You IlluStory
IlluStory is an award winning kit that lets you write and illustrate your very own hardbound book. This kit includes markers and special book pages for you to use to create an original story and illustrations. Once you get your story written, you mail it into the publisher, in a postage-paid envelope, and in about 3 to 4 weeks you will receive your book in the mail. There is also an option to create your story online. The finished book features up to 12 pages and includes a title page, a dedication, page, and an author's biography page. The author's name, book title and illustration are laminated onto the cover.
Finger Paint
Most little fingers love finger painting! This is a paint that is the consistency of jelly and perfect for painting using the fingers.
Finger Paint Paper
If you buy finger paints, don't forget about finger paint paper. It is heavier and easier to finger paint on than regular paper.
Fisher-Price Doodle Pro
This kit includes a large drawing screen, easy slider eraser, and 4 snap fit shaped stampers. Two handles and a centrally located pen make drawing on-the-go easy. Fun for all kids who have their creative side.
