Summer is the perfect season for toddlers to explore, create, and get a little messy! Whether you’re indoors escaping the heat or outside enjoying sunshine, these summer-themed crafts for toddlers are simple, safe, and sensory-friendly.

Using everyday materials, your little one can dive into bright colors, nature textures, and seasonal fun. Here are 10 cheerful crafts to make this summer unforgettable — and maybe a little sticky!

1. Paper Plate Sun

Let your toddler paint a paper plate bright yellow. Add glued-on strips of orange and yellow paper around the edge for sun rays. Finish with a smiley face!

2. Sponge Painted Watermelon

Cut a sponge into a triangle and let kids dip it into red paint, then stamp it onto paper. Add green borders and black seeds with a brush or marker.

3. Ice Cube Painting

Freeze non-toxic paint mixed with water in ice cube trays with popsicle sticks. Let toddlers paint on paper using the melting, colorful ice cubes!

4. Pool Noodle Stamps

Slice a pool noodle into rings and dip in paint. Let toddlers stamp colorful circles on paper or cardboard to make abstract summer art.

5. Seashell Collage

Give your toddler glue and a tray of shells, sand, and colored paper to create a beach-themed collage on a cardboard base.

6. Bubble Wrap Print Art

Wrap bubble wrap around a rolling pin or block, dip in paint, and roll onto paper to create a bubbly texture. Add sun, fish, or beach elements afterward.

7. Handprint Flamingo

Paint a pink handprint onto paper for the flamingo body. Use a brush to add legs, beak, and a googly eye. Fun and adorable!

8. Nature Sun Catchers

Collect summer leaves and flowers, place between clear contact paper, then cut into sun or heart shapes and hang in windows for glowing natural art.

9. Watermelon Paper Fans

Fold pink paper like an accordion, add green trim and black marker seeds, then staple the bottom and spread it out into a cute watermelon fan!

10. Popsicle Stick Ice Cream Craft

Glue colored paper shapes onto popsicle sticks to look like ice cream bars. Decorate with pom-poms, glitter, or felt for toppings.

🍉 Conclusion:

These summer crafts for toddlers are more than just fun — they encourage learning through touch, movement, and color. Most of all, they give your child a chance to express themselves, giggle, and create memories. So grab your glue sticks, paint, and sunscreen — and let the summer crafting begin!