13 Jellyfish Crafts for Kids
Are you a huge jellyfish fan? In need of some craft ideas to go along with an ocean unit study? Or maybe you’re just looking for a fun art project to do with the kids this summer.
No matter the reasoning, crafts are an awesome way to dive into the fascinating world of ocean animals. And that includes jellyfish!
In this post, we’ll cover 13 jellyfish crafts for kids.
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13 Jellyfish Crafts for Kids
The 13 jellyfish crafts listed below vary in difficulty and targeted age range, so I’m sure you’ll be able to find something that fits your needs.
Let’s dive on in!
Got extra paper bags lying around? Why not repurpose them into this fun Paper Bag Jellyfish Craft?!
This craft uses beautiful watercolors and inspires imaginative play. It’s easy enough, even the little ones can participate.
Head on over to In the Playroom for detailed instructions.
Turn your child’s handprint into jellyfish tentacles with this fun ocean craft.
Simple Everyday Mom provides you with a free printable template, making this craft a simple summer activity. I know many moms will also appreciate the low-mess factor as well.
Much like the name implies, this black glue jellyfish craft uses glue, paint, and watercolors. You can even add salt for a sparkly texture. Complete the project by adding an underwater scene.
Print off your free jellyfish template and instructions over at Little Bins for Little Hands.
It’s so neat to watch jellyfish jiggle around at the aquarium. Now your kids can make their own jellyfish that jiggle with just a few supplies.
This colorful craft uses paper bowls, paint, and cupcake liners for the squiggly tentacles. Turn it into a low-mess craft by swapping out the paint for markers and/or stickers.
Get all the details over at A Little Pinch of Perfect.
Are you a fellow homeschooler?
Whether you’re planning an ocean unit study or just trying to sneak in some summer math, this paper plate jellyfish craft will come in handy.
You can even customize it to target the current math skills your child is working on. You can find the directions over at In the Bag Kids’ Crafts.
Speaking of school, jellyfish are the perfect animal for learning the letter J. And with this alphabet jellyfish craft, you even get a keepsake of your child’s adorable handprint.
This one is perfect for the younger crowd and quite simple to do. You can read instructions and see more examples at Red Ted Art.
Another fun option for little ones is this lacing jellyfish craft.
Coloring, cutting, and lacing all help build those fine motor skills while boosting creativity. This craft can also be adapted to work on counting, sorting, and matching.
Mama of Minis provides you with a free printable template and offers variation suggestions as well.
Continue reading below.
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If you have older children that are into handicrafts, then you may want to snag this free crochet jellyfish pattern.
This pattern is great for beginners and allows you to practice different crochet stitches. The tentacles can be made with different yarn colors, which is awesome for using up those scraps.
Bonus, you have an adorable toy to play with or gift to someone after it’s completed.
This pattern is by Craft Alotl for Red Ted Art.
Glowing?! Yup, that’s right. You and your kids can make your own glowing jellyfish craft!
This ocean STEAM craft creates the perfect opportunity to discuss the science behind bioluminescence. And, it will also look fantastic hanging up in your window at night.
You can find the directions and more fun facts about jellyfish over at Little Bins for Little Hands.
A low-mess craft that is easy enough for preschoolers is this paper jellyfish craft.
This one uses a free template that you can download and print over at Simply Full of Delight. Keep it simple with coloring, yarn, and tape, or you could step it up a notch and use your template to make a jellyfish puppet.
Little ones will love making this adorable ocean critter that they can hang in their room.
This plastic bowl jellyfish craft is a whimsical, low-mess art project that can be customized to suite your imagination. It also makes the perfect decoration for ocean-themed parties.
For directions and jellyfish facts, be sure to head over to Family Focus Blog.
Here’s another paper jellyfish craft that comes with a free printable template.
This colorful craft is great for big and little kids alike. You can even make a watercolor ocean background to mount it on.
Grab the instructions and free template over at Mama Likes This.
This one is a whole lot of fun and can be done using materials you likely already have at home.
First, you’re going to make your background with bubble printing. Then you’re going to turn
it into a jellyfish art piece by utilizing the free jellyfish printables or cutting out your own shapes and topping it off with a pair of googly eyes.
Craft by Making with Mommy for Red Ted Art
Have a Jelly-fun Time!
I hope you and your kids have a jelly-fun time crafting!
These 13 jellyfish crafts are perfect for learning about these amazing ocean creatures in a hands-on way. Not only do they encourage creativity, but they also work on fine motor skills, boost mental health, and help kids make connections.
Now, dive on in and get crafting!
What About You?
Which jellyfish craft is your favorite? Let us know which craft you’re planning on doing with your kids in the comments below, and be sure to share this post with all your crafty (and not-so-crafty) friends.
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