Planning a trip to the beach or dreaming about one? This collection of adorable ocean animal crafts is sure to be a hit with your kids this summer!
Whether you’re looking for an ocean animal craft to add to your preschool beach theme or you’re just looking for something to do with your preschoolers this afternoon, your little ones will love all of these ocean craft ideas.
Easy Ocean Animal Crafts
Kids are fascinated by ocean animals, and your kids will love making some of their own. Whether they choose a crab, a jellyfish, a shark, or a seahorse, they’re going to have a blast diving into these crafts.
Seahorse Art for Kids
Inspired by the ocean and perfect for summer! Kids can make this adorable seahorse art project with colored paper and bubble wrap. Perfect to do alongside Mr. Seahorse by Eric Carle.
I don’t know a kid that isn’t excited about things that glow in the dark. They’ll be begging to make this jellyfish and then hiding out in a dark space to watch him glow.
Seashells and glitter glue (and a couple other simple supplies) combine to make a beautiful mermaid necklace your preschoolers will wear all summer long.
Lifelike Jellyfish in a Bottle Science Experiment!
If you’ve ever visited the aquarium with your kids, I’m sure you’ve seen the jellyfish tanks. Kids can create their own with this discovery bottle.
Egg carton ocean animals make great summertime crafts! Whether you’re heading to the beach or just learning about it, try one (or more) of these ideas.
Fill your book basket with ocean animal books for preschoolers. They will help you introduce your little ones to the ocean and the animals that live in it.
Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.
