6 Craft Projects for Young Readers
Help kids get excited about reading with these fun and simple craft ideas.
Storybook Puppets
Make hand puppets of favorite book characters, such as those in Goldilocks and the Three Bears, using common craft materials (felt fabric, yarn, googly eyes).
Book Covers
Decorate heavy paper that can be cut out and used to cover a favorite book.
Bookmarks
Punch a hole at the top of an appropriately sized paper strip and thread a length of yarn through. Decorate with stickers, markers, and other embellishments.
Construction Paper Collage
Make a picture that represents the story using tissue paper and construction paper in a variety of colors. Encourage artists to hand-tear the paper and also cut pieces with decorative scissors.
Bookplates
These labels will be a special way for kids to identify their favorite books. Include space for them to write their name. Self-adhesive paper makes the label easy to apply.
Book Bags
Personalize a canvas tote bag that can be used to bring home books from the library. Provide alphabet stencils for adding names.
These crafts were adapted from our free Family Reading Night planning kit. Request your kit to get a step-by-step timeline, book suggestions, and even more ideas.
