5 Minute Paper Crafts For Kids (15+ Ideas)

 

5 Minute Paper Crafts For Kids (15+ Ideas)

 

It is very common that in today's time everyone is running after technology, be it phone, computer or television. Children often learn by observing the things happening around them. So it is no surprise that your kids too are starting to depend on technology for their entertainment. As they see you using things, they start doing it themselves. In such a situation, if you are looking for different and creative ideas of entertainment for your kids, then 5 minute paper craft can be a very fun option for kids!

15+ 5 Minute Paper Crafts Ideas For Kids

 

Here are simple and great ideas for 5 minute paper crafts for kids:-

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1. Paper Lantern

 

This paper craft can be made by your child during the festival of Christmas, it is really a fun activity.

 

2 Sheets Of Color Paper

Scissors

Pencil

Scale

Stapler

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut two strips lengthwise from a color sheet and set them side by side.
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• Fold the second paper sheet lengthwise.
• Using a scale and a pencil, make guide marks across the width of the folded area.
• Start cutting the paper based on the guide marks but don't cut completely. 
• Now open the paper and roll it lengthwise. Then staple its ends together.
• Take the first paper, roll it up and place it in the center of the second paper. Then staple it in place.
• Use the paper strips you cut out in the beginning to decorate the lamp.

 

2. Paper Key Stain Kites

 

It requires some preparation but your kids will love to decorate it.

 

Black Construction Paper

Different Colored Tissues

Clear Contact Paper

Ribbon Or Thread

Scraps Of Colorful Construction Paper

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut out a kite shape with a one-inch frame in construction paper.
• Place clean contact paper on a table, sticky side up and tape it on.
• Place the kite frame on the contact paper and start decorating it with different colored papers.
• When the kids are happy with their design, carefully place another clean contact paper over the kite.
• Cut out the kite shape.
• Staple a piece of ribbon to the corner of the kite to make the kite's tail.

 

3. Cardboard Menagerie

 

If your child has a love for animals, they will have a lot of fun making cardboard menagerie!

 

Cardboard

Craft Paint

Paint Brushes

Pipe Cleaner

White Glue

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Take the cardboard and cut out the shape of animals in it.
• Cut out the pipe cleaners to make the teeth and tails of the animals.
• Cut wherever necessary in the shape of the animal so that you can attach the teeth and tail.
• Paint the animals and tails and set aside until dry.
• Collect the animals when they are dry.

 

4. Paper Caterpillar

 

With this craft your kids will compete to see who can make the tallest caterpillar.

 

Two Or Three Construction Papers Of Different Colors

Scissors

Glue

Black Marker

Fake Eyes

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut fifteen strips from paper that are one inch wide and ten inches long.
• Cut a large strip for the head and a smaller strip for the antennae.
• Make a ring out of these cut paper strips and stick the corners of it with glue.
• Take another strip and remove it from the middle of the previous ring and then make another ring. Do this until your child is happy with its length.
• Stick the head.
• Take antenna strips and bend small pieces at the ends of the antenna and glue them to the head.
• Then add fake eyes, as well as draw the caterpillar's mouth.

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5. Page Corner Bookmark

 

For kids who love to read books, this craft is not only simple and fun to make but also useful.

 

Envelopes

Decorations

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut the corner of the envelope in a triangle shape.
• Decorate the envelope as you wish.

 

6. Paper Mosaic Place Mat

 

Who said that children's art should be displayed only on the walls?

 

A Large Piece Of Thin Cardboard

Pencil And Eraser

Colorful Paper

Glue

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Take the cardboard and sketch a design on it.
• Cut the color paper into small pieces and stick them with glue to color the design.
• Laminate.

 

7. Paper Fan

 

This is a great craft of folding paper for kids.

 

12 By 12-Inch Cardstock Paper

Ribbon

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Trim the paper to 8 by 12 inches.
• Fold the paper accordion style.
• Gather the bottom edge of the paper and poke a hole in all of the folds and then tie a ribbon to that hole.

 

8. Paper Heart Garland

 

This kids paper art would look great on any wall or door.

 

Strips Of Kraft Paper

Kraft Glue

Ribbon

Scissors

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut the craft paper into strips and then fold them in half.
• Fold the strips into a heart shape and stick them together with glue.
• Once all the heart shapes are made, glue them to each other.
• Place one side of the ribbon between the two hearts and stick it there. Take the other side and stick that too after the two hearts.

 

9. Paper Roll Owl

 

This craft work will look great in the decoration of your child's room.

 

Toilet Paper Roll

Scissors

Pencil

White And Black Foam Pieces

Kraft Paper

Glue

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Make a semi-circle on the top of the paper roll and cut it out.
• Using the cut out piece as a template, make a semi-circle on the opposite side and cut it too. These will act as wings.
• Cover the outside of the paper roll with glue and then roll it out on the craft paper. Trim the paper as needed.
• Cover one side of each semi-circle with glue and place it on the craft paper.
• Finally trim as needed.
• Cut pieces of white and black foam into eye shapes and cut yellow craft paper into beak designs.
• Glue all the parts to the main body of the owl.

 

10. Paper Bunny Hat

 

This is a simple paper cutting art for kids.

 

Paper Plate

Paint

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Fold the paper plate in half.
• Next, cut a hole for the head, but leave some of the plate uncut near the head part.
• Shape the bunny's ears from the middle of the plate.
• Paint the bunny's ears with the color of your choice.

 

11. Crown of Autumn Leaves

 

It will make your child feel like a king or queen.

 

The Leaves Fell From The Tree In The Plow

Brown Paper Bag

Glue

Scissors

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut the paper bag according to the size of your baby's head.
• Collect some freshly hurried leaves of different shapes and sizes and stick them on the hat.

 

12. Super Hero Cuff

 

There is a hero in every child. Bring out the hero inside you with these fabulous superhero cuffs.

 

Toilet Paper Roll

Metallic Paint

Scissors

Glitter

Glue

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Paint the toilet paper roll.
• If your child loves glitter, sprinkle it on.
• When the paint is dry, make a small cut in one side and then fold the corners in a circular motion.
• You can also stick some stickers and shapes on it.

13. Paper Fish Ceiling Decor

 

If your kids love fishing, then this craft is a great job to decorate the ceiling of a room.

 

Colored Construction Paper

Stapler

Scissors

Glue

Hole Punch

Eyes

String

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Take two sheets of the same color.
• Fold each sheet accordion style.
• Line up all the papers together, placing the last accordion fold of one sheet before the other.
• Gather both sheets along the accordion fold and staple them together in the middle.
• Fold the folds until you have a form then glue the ends together.
• Cut a triangle shape for the tail and stick it on the fish. Stick the eyes on either side of the head.
•  Tie it off by piercing it with a hole punch.

 

14. Paper Roll Race Car

 

 If your child has a car craze, then making this one will be a lot of fun for him.

 

Toilet Paper Roll

Cardboard Sheet

Paint

Scissors

Glue

Milton Clamp

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Paint the paper roll.
• Draw the wheels and steering wheel on the cardboard, then cut them out and paint.
• Cut a 'U' shape in the center of the paper roll and carefully remove the flap to form the back of the car seat.
• Glue the steering wheel in place.
• Using scissor, make holes in the wheels to fix them properly.
• Fix the wheels with Milton clamps.
• Let the child decorate the car as he wishes.

 

15. Newspaper Swirl Frame

 

Newspaper crafts are fun for kids as well as a great way to use up old paper.

 

News Paper

Glue Stick

Scissors

Toothpick

Serial Box

Tape

Glue

 

HOW TO DO

 

• Cut the frame out of the serial box, affixing tape to all sides of the box except one.
• Cut strips across the paper.
• Take a toothpick and start rolling from the corners of the paper with it.
• Stick with glue to hold the craft in place.
• Flatten the roll.
• Curl the paper again and stick with glue.
• You continue until you have enough individual shapes to cover the frame.
• Glue on the frame and stick it properly.

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5 Minute Paper Crafts For Kids- Conclusion

 

5 Minute Paper Craft not only keeps kids busy but also keeps them away from all kinds of screens. It also helps in developing creative skills in your child and is a great way for you to bond with him.