I cannot wait for summer! The warmth of the sun, days immersed in nature, summer camp crafts, and creating magical memories for my little ones.

This year, we’re going to use Summer Camp at Home as the backbone to our summer. With it, we read a short story before bedtime and enjoy a craft or activity related to that story the following day. The program also includes book suggestions, poems, beautiful printables, and more that I can pull out whenever we need it.

Everything is nature-based and so sweet and wholesome for my little ones—not to mention super easy for me! The planning is all done, the crafts and activities require little to no prep, and it offers just the right amount of structure to weave into our summer days.

There is a version for Little Kids (ages 2-6) and Big Kids (ages 6-12). Both center around the same sweet stories, making them perfect to use with siblings or groups of children of different ages.

So, if you’re looking for a summer that’s easy, fun, and full of memories, I encourage you to check out Summer Camp at Home!

Free Summer Playdough Mats

Just before we get into all of the summer camp crafts, I have some super cute FREE Printable Summer Playdough Mats for you! Kids can get creative making delicious ice cream out of playdough, decorating butterfly wings, creating playdough flowers for their garden, and more! Get yours right here:

And now, without further ado, it’s time for the summer camp crafts!

Summer Camp Crafts Infused with Nature

Painted Stick Nature Craft by Crafts by Courtney – I love crafts that work for kids of all ages, and this one fits the bill! Kids can get as detailed as they like with their creations. In Crafts by Courtney’s tutorial, she shows you how to use washi tape to make those crisp lines and offers some tips to get the most out of this art project.

Nature Pinch Pots by Little Pine Learners – Pinch pots are a lovely introduction to pottery for little ones—and big kids! Whether you add some pressed flowers to them like Little Pine Learners did with these, or make it a two-step process and get creative painting them once dry, they’ll be a treasured little keepsake for years to come.

Sun Catcher Craft for Kids by Fox Farm Home – Contact paper is the absolute best crafting supply (in my humble opinion). It is perfect for creating these nature sun catchers to display beautiful found flower petals or other nature items.

Paper Lantern Craft by The Joy of Sharing – These lanterns were made using tracing paper, popsicle sticks, glue, and markers to decorate them. How pretty would these look in the evening all lined up with little tea lights?!

Leaf Rubbing Collage by Mama Papa Bubba – These leaf rubbings are gorgeous! All you need is some paper and crayons and you’re good to go! 

DIY Tic-Tac-Toe by Chicken Scratch NY – I love double-duty activities! Kids can paint and decorate a set of stones, then have fun playing some tic-tac-toe with them afterward.

DIY Story Stones by Lunch Lady – Another stone painting activity, but one that will lead to wonderful stories! I can just imagine sitting around the campfire, taking turn pulling out a few stones and coming up with silly stories to share.

Bug Hotel Craft by Happy Toddler Playtime – Create your own bug hotel while teaching little ones all about nature and biodiversity!

Nature Weaving by Craftiments – Weaving is a fabulous activity for little hands! This would be so fun to bring along on a nature walk so the little ones can collect some beautiful fallen treasures along the way.

Bean Art Bird Craft by Handmade Charlotte – I love this idea! A few years back, we made similar art using pebbles and sticks that would also be wonderful for a summer camp craft, depending on what supplies you have access to.

Your magical summer is already planned for you!

If you are looking to keep your summer planning as easy and breezy as possible, you are going to want Summer Camp at Home! Whether you go with the Little Kid or Big Kid Edition—or both!—you’re going to love how easy it is to provide a magical summer.

Thank you so much for reading, sweet friend!

xo
Sarah