Working with preschoolers is great as they are usually very enthusiastic when it comes to making things and creating many arts and crafts projects within the classroom. They are usually around 3 or 4 years old, which means they have been fed up with the harsh world around them and still have great optimism. They usually want to please and receive praise from adults and teachers, so they put a lot of effort into everything they do.
This enthusiasm extends to preschool Easter crafts for children in the classroom as well. No matter what activity you put in front of them, you can usually bet they’ll give it a good try. Anyone who works with children will tell you the same thing.
That’s why Easter is a popular time in the classroom when it comes to getting creative with arts and crafts. The great thing about Easter is that there are a ton of things you can do, from Easter baskets to decorating Easter eggs.
Some Great Easter Craft Ideas for Preschoolers
You’re really only limited by your imagination and the tools you have in your classroom when it comes to designing Easter crafts for preschoolers this year. Of course, you have to make sure that these little ones are supervised if they use scissors, and that they have the appropriate safety sheets.
You can start your preschoolers off with a simple Easter arts and crafts idea that is always popular this time of year. Take a card of different colors, reds, pinks, blues, etc. and cut them into long strips. Then, using safety glue tape, instruct your class to weave the card together to create a simple Easter basket shape. You can also bring some tissue paper to line the bottom of your baskets. Another piece of cardboard of different colors can also be folded to form an ad hoc handle.
If your preschoolers have access to computers, then they can go online (with some help) and print out some Easter-themed pictures, like Easter bunnies, Easter eggs, Easter chicks, etc. that can be printed and used as decorations for your Easter baskets.
An excuse to talk about Easter
While your little ones are busy making their Easter baskets, you can tell them all about Easter and what it means to you so they can get a little background on why they are making their baskets.
Who would have thought that Easter crafts for preschoolers were such a great way to get your students actively involved in a great activity that promotes group work and good communication skills.