As the 4th of July approaches, it’s time to gear up for a day of celebration and patriotic cheer. While planning for the festivities, why not keep the little ones entertained with an adorable and engaging cut and paste craft?
Kids will eat up this creative Fourth of July Ice Cream Craft adorned with vibrant red, white, and blue scoops of ice cream! This fun project will not only ignite their imagination but also add a touch of sweetness to the occasion. Check out our other easy Fourth of July crafts and activities to keep the festive fun going!

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4th Of July Ice Cream Craft
Gather the necessary supplies, such as colored paper, glue, scissors, and markers, and take a little time to watch the tutorial and grab our free template to get started creating your own cool treat.
With this festive Fourth of July craft, children can show off their skills and embrace the spirit of Independence Day in a deliciously fun way. It’s the perfect way to celebrate America’s birthday at home or in the classroom!
Supplies
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- Ice cream template (click the “click here to get your freebies” image at the end of the post)

Directions
Start by downloading the shark template and printing it out. Once you have the template printed, gather the materials needed for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this ice cream to life!

First, encourage your child to start by drawing the waffle lines along the bottom portion of the ice cream cone.

Next, guide your child to glue the blue ice cream scoop to the top of the cone.

Now, take the white ice cream scoop and glue it on top of the blue scoop.

Finally, help your child to glue the red ice cream scoop to the top of the white scoop.

Be sure to check out our summer crafts while you’re here! Your kids will love creating more fun DIYs like this one!

Fourth Of July Books For Kids
The world is constantly changing, and parenting techniques have evolved with it. One method that has stood the test of time is reading books with your kids.
By sharing a story with your child you are stimulating their imagination and creativity. Reading also helps with cognitive development, as it exercises memory, concentration, and language skills.
See below for some of our top books for kids about the 4th of July.
The Before The Fourth Of July – If your kids are fans of The Night Before Christmas, they’ll love this patriotic version that follows a family’s day through Independence Day!
What Does it Mean To Be American? – This book is a wonderful look into the characteristics that make an American citizen. It’s an easy read for young kids are will get their minds thinking.
My Fourth of July – Kids will love this story that details all the classic activities Americans do on the Fourth of July! It’s sure to bring back the nostalgia of being a kid on Independence Day.

Fourth Of July Crafts For Kids
Crafting provides endless opportunities for fun and learning, so add some fun USA crafts to celebrate America this Independence Day!
We’ve included a list of fun and easy crafts to get you started below.
Related: 4th of July Dot To Dots
Eagle Paper Cup Craft – It’s time to let your child’s imagination take flight when they make this fun eagle craft! Little kids will have so much fun working on their fine motor skills, and you’ll love adding the finished product to your patriotic decorations!
It’s also a great craft to include in any patriotic lesson or lesson on birds, so soar on over to check it out.
Patriotic Gnome Craft – Kids will dress up their own gnomes in red, white, and blue for a fun and creative way to decorate for the upcoming holiday! All you need is a few craft supplies and our free template to chill with the gnomies! This is a great idea for decorating your bulletin board this July.

Popsicle Stick Statue of Liberty Craft – Kids will be able to create their own Lady Liberty masterpiece with some popsicle sticks! As they create this iconic symbol of freedom, they’ll have a chance to learn about the Statue of Liberty. Don’t miss out on this fun art project!
Handprint Uncle Sam Craft – This awesome activity has kids making another fun craft with their own handprints. It’s a fun and interactive way for them to show their patriotic spirit while showing off their skills and creativity.
Grab a few materials to create our country’s favorite uncle, Uncle Sam. It would also make a great addition to your kid’s Fourth of July parade!
Fourth Of July Activities For Kids
Let’s get some learning in with these 4th of July Worksheets! These Independence Day themed worksheets will have kids working on letter recognition, handwriting practice, and pattern recognition.
Try this Eagle Name Craft
Kids will learn that F is for flags and fireworks as they follow the letters through the maze and practice writing them with the help of the dashed lines.

Do you have some little detectives looking for a fun search? Get them ready for some exciting detective work over the holiday with these 4th of July I Spy printables.
They’ll be on the search for patriotic items when they play this I Spy game. They’ll have a blast finding and counting all the objects, plus it’s a great way to enhance their observation skills!
This activity would also be fantastic fun for the whole family and an easy way to spend quality time together on the 4th of July.

This collection of patriotic color by numbers will be a hit with your little patriots! Coloring is a fun activity, and these sheets give kids a chance to work on number and color recognition while revealing the hidden American Flag.
By using the key at the bottom of each page, they’ll match the correct color and numbers together to reveal 7 different patriotic illustrations. And the best part? They’re a simple way to keep little hands busy while you prepare for your Fourth of July celebration!

These Independence Day pom pom mats are a hands-on activity that your preschoolers will have a blast doing.
Kids will use pom poms to fill in the patriotic illustrations to practice counting and hone their fine motor control. Download and print this great activity to celebrate the holiday in an educational way!
Share With Us
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Fourth Of July Ice Cream Craft For Kids
Materials
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- Ice cream template
Instructions
- Download the ice cream template, print it, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Begin by drawing the waffle lines along the bottom portion of the ice cream cone.
- Start by gluing the blue ice cream scoop to the top of the cone.
- Next, take the white ice cream scoop and glue it to the top of the blue scoop.
- Finish up by gluing the red ice cream scoop to the top of the white scoop.
Fourth Of July Ice Cream Craft Template


Sam is the crafter and founder of Simple Everyday Mom. She has been featured in Oprah Mag, Good Housekeeping, The Spruce Crafts, Country Living, The Bump and more. Read more.
Kristin tappen
Friday 16th of May 2025
I still can't download it
Kamille - Community Support Assistant
Saturday 17th of May 2025
Hi! All you need to do is click the “Click Here To Get Your Freebie” image at the end of the post and then enter your email in the form and the link will be sent to you. Or if you’re already a subscriber, when you enter your email in the form, it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈
Stacey
Tuesday 2nd of July 2024
Would love the free template
Sam
Tuesday 2nd of July 2024
Since you’re a subscriber, you just need to click the “Click Here To Get Your Freebie” image at the end of the post and then enter your email in the form. After that, it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈
Ashley
Friday 28th of June 2024
thank you
Sam
Monday 1st of July 2024
You're very welcome!
KATY
Wednesday 26th of June 2024
can you email me this link please
Sam
Wednesday 26th of June 2024
Since you’re a subscriber, you just need to click the “Click Here To Get Your Freebie” image at the end of the post and then enter your email in the form. After that, it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈
Jennie
Tuesday 25th of June 2024
Thank you!
Sam
Wednesday 26th of June 2024
No problem!