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25 fun & easy rainbow crafts for kids

Published: Feb 15, 2022 by Morgan Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β·

Looking for fun and easy rainbow crafts for kids? Here are all of our favorite rainbow-inspired activities!

There is something that every kid just loves about rainbows.

I mean, it's probably all of the colors, but it's true that rainbows are universally appealing.

Whether you are doing weather-themed activities, St Patricks Day activities, or just really like rainbows, rainbow themed crafts are super fun for preschoolers, toddlers, and kids of all ages.

Here are my favorite rainbow themed recipes for kids!

Rainbow craft ideas for kids of all ages

Here are my favorite rainbow activities and crafts for kids!

The best easy rainbow crafts for kids

Check out these easy and fun rainbow themed crafts for kids!

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Walking Rainbow Water Experiment; Fun Science Project for Kids

Learn how to take six cups, colored water and a few paper towels to create a walking rainbow water experiment. This is a great way to teach about capillary action.

Photo Credit: mommyevolution.com

Easy DIY Colored Salt + Rainbow Salt Sensory Bin

Sensory bins shouldn’t have to be complicated! You can make easy DIY colored salt in just minutes and then you have amazing materials for lots of sensory play.

Photo Credit: justisafourletterword.com

Rainbow Wreath Craft for Kids

Using a few sheets of cardstock and some simple supplies, this rainbow wreath craft is a cinch to make at home or as a classroom craft.

Photo Credit: www.teach-me-mommy.com

Rainbow Handprint Keepsake

Make this precious salt dough keepsake with your kiddos that you'll treasure forever.

Photo Credit: hessunacademy.com

Exploding Sidewalk Chalk Experiment

Make your own exploding rainbow using only a few ingredients! This is an activity your kiddos will not soon forget.

Photo Credit: thedecoratedcookie.com

rainbow no-sew fleece scarf -- kid-friendly, printable instructions -- video

Kids will love making this no-sew rainbow fleece scarf all by themselves! Or, cut out the felt circles for kids and let them assemble.

Photo Credit: asformeandmyhomestead.com

Rainbow Heart Clovers

A simple St. Patrick’s Day craft for kids to do. Rainbow Heart Clovers give your kids practice with measuring.

Photo Credit: twocraftymakers.com

How to Make Rainbow Rice

Rainbow rice is colorful and inviting and incredibly easy to make. Learn how to make rainbow rice and explore these ideas for play.

Photo Credit: www.frugalmomeh.com

Rainbow Cloud Mobile

After the rain comes the rainbow! Check out this fun cotton ball rainbow craft for toddlers and kids!

Photo Credit: www.frugalmomeh.com

St. Patrick's Day Handprint Rainbow Canvas

I love a good handprint craft! Here's how to make a rainbow handprint!

Photo Credit: www.printablesfairy.com

DIY Rainbow Corner Bookmark

Kids who love reading will LOVE making these corner rainbow bookmarks!

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Grow a RAINBOW Paper Towel Experiment and SCIENCE Worksheets -

Amaze kids as they Grow-a-Rainbow as they perform this easy science experiment.

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Rainbow Letter and Phonics Picture Match Free Printable -

Teach your kiddos Letters and Phonics with these free Rainbow Puzzles.

Photo Credit: www.fromengineertosahm.com

Make a Rainbow using one of the Properties of Water

Watch a rainbow grow before your eyes! A fun hands on way to learn one of the properties of water, while creating a beautiful rainbow!

Photo Credit: taminglittlemonsters.com

How to Make Rainbow Lightning – Process Art for Kids

Learn how to make a rainbow that fractures and splinters like lightning. This is a fun process art activity that toddlers and preschoolers will love.

Photo Credit: taminglittlemonsters.com

Taste-Safe Rainbow Spaghetti – Sensory Bin for Babies

Make taste safe rainbow spaghetti. A fun and easy sensory activity for babies and toddlers.

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

Book & Cook

A fun way to explore colour theory and make some taste (no egg) cookies too! Taste safe and fun.

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

Rainbow Colour Hunt

Easy rainy day activity... have a rainbow hunt and make some color collages.

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

Easy Photography Rainbow Nature Scavenger Hunt

Similarly, kids of all ages can enjoy this photo rainbow hunt.

Photo Credit: thehomespunhydrangea.com

Lois Ehlert Planting a Rainbow Flower Craft for Kids

Use coffee filters to "grow a rainbow" flower, perfect for pairing with the popular Lois Elhert book.

Photo Credit: thehomespunhydrangea.com

How to Grow a Borax Crystal Rainbow

Grow your own rainbow using pipe cleaners and borax! This is fun craft for kids to do and watch unfold!

Photo Credit: www.boxofideas.com

Recycled Craft Town - Box of Ideas

Make a colorful rainbow town using recycled materials. Build your own kind community!Β 

Photo Credit: www.messforless.net

Paper Plate Rainbow Craft

We just did the most fun rainbow craft! It was easy and fun and the results were so eye catching. Every time you make a Paper Plate Rainbow Craft it turns out a little different, which means kids can do this activity for a while and not get bored.

Photo Credit: www.messforless.net

Black Glue and Salt Watercolor Rainbow - Salt Painting for Preschool

Salt Painting! Love the vibrancy of this Black Glue and Salt Watercolor Rainbow. One of our Favorite Rainbow Activities. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or Spring.

Photo Credit: the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

Paper rainbow craft for kids to make - the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

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