January crafts for kids are a fantastic way to celebrate the magic of winter and the fun little holidays scattered throughout the month. Whether it’s building snowmen indoors, honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s message of unity, or crafting adorable arctic animals, there’s something for every child to enjoy.
We’ve rounded up some of the best ideas to help you bring creativity and joy into your home or classroom this January. From exploring National Penguin Day to making squirrel puppets for Squirrel Appreciation Day, these activities are full of seasonal charm and variety.
Are you looking for more inspiration? Visit our Simple Everyday Mom homepage for even more creative ideas and easy-to-follow tutorials.
January Craft Ideas
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Terry
Tuesday 7th of January 2025
How can I get all of these amazing crafts to print out ?
Kamille - Community Support Assistant
Wednesday 8th of January 2025
Hi! To access all the amazing crafts, just visit the blog posts where each one is featured. At the end of each post, you’ll find a sign-up option to download the templates!
Meagan
Tuesday 7th of January 2025
These look amazing . Where can I get them ?
Kamille - Community Support Assistant
Wednesday 8th of January 2025
Thank you! If you go to that blog post and scroll to the end of the post, you’ll be able to sign up for the template!