Make one of these adorable squirrel crafts with your kids to explore nature inspired by backyard wildlife.
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How often do you watch the squirrels in your backyard? They’re cute and playful, and often a child’s first introduction to wild animals. There are over 200 different kinds of squirrels in the world and they live almost everywhere.
If your child has fallen in love with these charming little critters, try making one of these easy squirrel crafts. We rounded up a handful of fun projects you can make with basic craft supplies.
Get creative and make yours look just like the ones you see at home!
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Easy squirrel craft ideas
Make interactive toys, create art, and learn about the tree squirrel.
Squirrel Puppet
This squirrel puppet is so cute and quick to make! It uses just a few everyday supplies, plus a scrap of faux fur for the bushy tail. Perfect for pretend play time.
Toilet Paper Roll Squirrel
Turn a paper tube into a friendly, chubby-cheeked squirrel. Grab the printable template to make a whole family of squirrels.
Movable Squirrel
Print a template to make a moveable squirrel craft. The tail swishes and head nods. Plus the acorn opens like a card so you can write a secret message inside.
Easy Paper Squirrel
This paper squirrel is a great activity to go along with a nature lesson. Print the template and choose a paper color that resembles the squirrels in your neighborhood.
Dixie Cup Squirrel
Turn a simple paper cup into a fun little squirrel with a big tail! Kids will love rolling the paper to make it curl.
Squirrel Hats
Give your child the opportunity to pretend they are a squirrel when they wear this playful squirrel hat. The printable template makes creating this easy and fun.
Magnetic Squirrel and Acorn
This art project doubles as an interactive activity. Create the squrrel and tree, then use a magnet to make the acorns fall so the squirrel can eat them.
Squirrel Coloring Pages
Printable coloring pages make a fun open-ended art activity. Set out crayons, markers, and paints to let your child explore mixed media. You can even incorporate extras like glitter, stickers, and textured materials.
Squirrel Play Dough Counting Mat
Print a squirrel themed counting mat to use with store-bought or homemade play dough. Make tiny acorns, feed the squirrel, and learn to count from 1 to 10.
Be sure to save this blog post so you can find it when you’re ready to make squirrel crafts. And be sure to browse our other nature activities, animals crafts, and more fun ideas for kids at Backyard Summer Camp!
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