That being said, finding balance in after-school activities and routine is essential, and kids can’t always be on their Nintendo Switch or iPad, especially considering games’ occasional addictive nature. But that doesn’t mean kids can’t still indulge in the fun and excitement of the video game characters they love! A great way to spark their creativity, keep their imaginations active, and get them working with their hands is through video game-themed crafts. It’s the best of both worlds.
Whether your kiddo is a Pokémon fan, a Minecraft fan, or an Among Us fan, we’ve got you covered with these 6 super fun and easy step-by-step video game crafts. Don’t miss the Super Mario and Angry Birds activities, too!
If you want great (and simple!) Pokémon crafts for kids, look no further. Here your kid can learn how to draw their own unique take on the iconic Pokémon character, Pikachu! With step by step instructions, kids can follow along at their own pace to create a drawing they’re proud of.
In Minecraft, kids nurture their imaginations by building a world entirely their own out of blocks. Take that creativity from screen to sculpt with this fun and easy Minecraft craft. With just a bit of clay or play doh, kids can learn how to sculpt their own Minecraft creeper - or any other Minecraft character they prefer!
If your kiddo can’t get enough of Among Us, this easy drawing activity is perfect. They can learn how to draw the classic Among Us character shape, then make it their own with fun headgear and a one-of-a-kind background. This is a great way to take a break from all the hard work of finding that impostor!
Or, if your child wants to get even more tactile and hands-on, they can sculpt their very own Among Us character out of clay or play doh. Follow along here to bring your outer space crewmate to life!
Super Mario has been around since the 1980s, and he’s not going anywhere! Kids still love this Nintendo classic, and they can make their own power-up with this super fun Mario Mushroom sculpting craft. Game on!
You KNOW an app is popular when it gets its own movie spin-off! If your kid enjoyed the film or loves foiling those evil green piggies’ plans on their iPad, then this is the perfect craft for them. In just a few simple steps, make a play doh or clay Angry Bird!
These entertaining and educational crafting exercises will keep your kid actively engaging in art for hours. And there’s even more where that came from! For other themed crafts, including ones for magical creatures, bugs, and outer space, visit our website.