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Below you will find Duck Crafts Arts and Crafts Projects Ideas for your Kids. Find out how to make your own arts and crafts Ducks projects with the following decorations, instructions, patterns, and activities for children

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Make a Duck Floating Bath Toy

Print This Duck Out and Glue it on lightweight cardboard (such as cereal box cardboard). Cut out your drawing. Color duck a light orange or yellow. Youc an laminate your duck or use contact paper on it if you want to keep the duck toy ... or just leave it as it is for a temporary duck toy. Ask your Mom or Dad for help. From I 1/2 inch cork, have your parent cut away a section to flatten it as in the picture above. On the opposite side, have your Mom or Dad cut a slit. Glue the duck into the slit. Then set it afloat in the bath tub when you are taking your bath.

How to Draw a Pop-Up Duck on Your Cards

This duck is adorable...he has a silly cartoon face and he is Quaking ' Happy Easter' out of the side of his mouth. All you have to do is follow the instructions in the illustrations above and you will have this duck on your paper as well. Just fold a piece of paper in half lengthwise. Then Draw a letter 'J' on the lower half of the page, on the fold. Then draw a dotted lin that goes up towareds the left of the page. Now cut on the letter 'J' but bend on the dotted line. Now push it back down in place. On picture #3, you can see that you place the page like it is a tent and then push it down towards the other side of the page. Now open up the greeting card so that the duck's bill comes out of the page in a 3 dimensional fashion. Now for drawing the duck. Draw 2 circles above the duck's bill for eyes....then draw 2 bubble letter 'U's in side the eyes for pupils. Draw an oval around the eyes for the head. Draw a smaller circle for teh body, with a triangular tail. Draw a half circle for the next and ovals for eggs. You now have a cute cartoon duck popping out of your card.

How to Create Magnetic Duck Ponds

These duck ponds are a lot of fun to make. Get a tin can of some sort...they are magnetic. Use the lid for the pond. Trace a blue piece of paper with the lid and then attach to the underneath part of the lid with glue. Then draw a long strip of zig-zags on green paper for grass. Glue the grass around the outside of the outside and inside ridge of the pond. Then draw lillp pads on green paper. Glue these to the blue paper. Now get some yellow and orange clay...follow the instructions above to make the duck. Place the magnet in the bottom of the duck's body. Let it completely dry before placing in the duck pond. You can make as many ducks as you want. Try to make a frog if you are over-ambitious.

Ducks Pond Craft for Preschoolers and Toddlers

This is a great craft for youngsters. Firstly, print out these printable duck patterns. Now help child cut out ducks and color them heavily with wax crayons to protect the paper from water seaping in. Wax resists water. Color both sides except for the spot where the heads will be pasted together. Fold on the dotted lines and paste heads together on uncolored spot. Adjust folds so ducks will stand. Child may paint pie tin with blue poster paint, or pie tin may be painted ahead of time. Let child stand ducks in pie tins or float the ducks in water as seen in the illustration above. I hope that you have fun.

How to Make Paper Duck Masks

To make paper duck masks, just print out the follow duck mask template and then cut out and follow the included instructions.

Learn How to Draw Ducks

Choose one of the thumbnail pictures to choose which drawing tutorial you want to try.

More Duck Crafts Ideas

How to Fold a Standing Paper Goose and Duck with Paper Arts Instructions - Spring is here so it is is a great time to make ducks and geese and other creatures and critters to celebrate the new season. Today I have provided you with 2 patterns, one for a stand-up paper duck, and one for a stand-up paper goose. Just print out the pattern, fold it in half, cut it out, and stand it up…it is as easy as that.

Make Easter Baby Duck Paper Folding Craft for Kids - Make Easter Baby Duck Paper Folding Craft for Kids - Do you want a baby duck chick arts and crafts activity for Easter time? This is a great paper folding crafts activity for kids to make an Easter duck.

Make an Easter Duck Sitting on Eggs in Nest Card Arts & Crafts for Kids - This is an adorable Easter Card Idea for kids. We have provided both a color and black and white coloring page printout version of this Easter Mother duck sitting on eggs in nest card.

Animal Masks for Kids - - We've got a great, easy, child craft idea for you and your kids.

Baby Duck Making Instructions for Older Kids & Teens to Make - - Crochet a stuffed baby duck for any little girl or boy or to decorate the nursery. This baby duck can also be filled with catnip as an adorable cat toy.

Baby Peep and Baby Duck - - Since I love marshmallow peeps, and can't justify eating them now that I've been diagnosed with diabetes, I had to make my own sweet treat, a baby peep.

Bath Time Ducks Craft - - Create these paint-and-wash ducks that are perfect for teaching about bath time. They can also be put up as cute sun catchers.

Bill, the Big-Mouthed Duck Craft Activity for Toddlers and Preschoolers - - Quack! Quack! Waddle! Waddle! This paper-plate puppet is just ducky for preschoolers.

Blue Baby Duck Greeting Card Making Instructions - - This greeting card making project shows you how to make an adorable window style baby card.

Bubble Bath Reminder - - OK, OK, I know.... nobody needs a bubble bath reminder... but is fun to have one long, relaxing bath tub right? even if is not with bubbles it still is a good experience that we want to repeat ... but.... a busy lifestyle... other important people in our lives takes priorities over our already tight schedule... and maybe, just maybe... we need a silent reminder of a good old bubble bath .

Bubbles & Duck Photo Frame Easy to Make - - Paint this ‘just ducky’ frame to display your favorite bath-time photo!

Chick or Duckling Beaded Safety Pin Design - - Use this free pattern to make beaded safety pin jewelry that looks like a baby chick or duckling.

Clay Duck Decoys Craft for Kids - - Students will identify the different ways artists make their ideas visual, using memory, observation, and imagination. Students will create a three-dimensional sculpture of a duck decoy and place it in an environment.

Daisy Duck Easter Candy Box Printable Craft - - Who needs the Easter bunny when you have Daisy Duck? Fill her back with chocolate and candy and make a special delivery.

Delightful Duck Masks Easy to make for Youngsters - - Decorate your daring duck mask further with crayons and wear it with style! Enjoy Crafting!

Dora's Say It Two Ways Card: Duck - - Start building your kids' second-language skills with these Dora Spanish/English flash cards. Print on heavyweight paper, color in, then fold, cut, and laminate.

Duck Arts & Crafts Project for Kids - - Here are a number of duck crafts your kids will enjoy.

Duck Baby Halloween Costume - – This duck Halloween costume is easy and quick. It doesn’t require any sewing.

Duck Baskets to Make - Mallard Duck Crafts Project - - This pattern is designed to be a full scale pattern for the experienced crafts hobbyist.

Duck Beaded Safety Pin - - Use this free pattern to make beaded safety pin jewelry.

Duck Bouquet - - Any recipient of this May Day flower basket will count themselves a lucky duck.

Duck Craft that Quacks - - It's a duck, by the way. Sure it just looks like a cup from a kegger with googly eyes attached. But this duck cup has a secret trick. It quacks.

Duck Card - - If you know a young child who has a birthday coming up, craft that child a personal birthday card using paper napkin applique. It is so easy and you can create a card to match your taste. The selection of paper napkin motifs is huge and if you do not like to use napkins, you can also look at a fabric store. There is also a large selection of fabrics with all types of children’s motifs. This particular motif came from a paper napkin.

Duck Craft - - The crafts can stand-up so they make great decorations and dramatic play toys.  It is important that the craft be printed on heavy duty construction paper or card stock in order to stand up.

Duck Craft or Greeting Card - - The children will have fun making an easy and fun craft of a duck assembled with basic shapes (except bill) and during the process many skills can be addressed.

Duck Crafts - - There are a lot of creative ways to make duck crafts – just use your imagination.  Kids love making duck crafts, so take the time to look around and find some easy duck crafts for kids.  There is nothing more fun for kids than to decorate your home or room with duck crafts that they have made themselves.  Duck crafts for kids are great ways to get kids interested in crafts and instill a sense of pride as visitors marvel over your great decorations.

Duck Costume - - This costume is quick and easy - no sewing required.

Duck Costume - - Almost as easy - some sewing. You may want to wear leggings instead of tights depending on the weather.

Duck Easter Basket - - Create this one-of-a-kind Duck basket for Easter or as a spring decoration. Using foam makes it a fun and easy project. The baby basket is made using the same directions but with smaller pieces. The one shown uses a 6x6 foam piece for body.

Duck Face Paper Crafts Idea for Kids - - Step by step information on how to make a duck face with paper.

Duck From an Egg - - Anyway, my kindergartner made a really cute craft that I wanted to share with you. These ducks, probably ducklings because they are yellow, are all hanging from the ceiling in his classroom, they really add so much character. Also, I wasn't sure if it was a duck or chick, but I thought the feet looked webbed so I deciphered duck. When mine was done it looked quite chick-like too.

Duck Hat - - You'll have something to quack about after you make an easy and cute duck hat!

Duck Hat - - A little felt and glue and kids can transform a yellow baseball hat into an adorable duck hat. Get quacking with this adorable summer craft.

Duckling Parade - - Make Way for Ducklings! Create dioramas depicting scenes from this children's classic about a family of mallards who live in the Boston Public Garden.

Duck Mask - - “Here a quack, there a quack, everywhere a quack quack” was what happend at the library after we made this mask.

Duck Mask - - Have your kids print, cut and make their own mask

Duck Paper Craft - - This is a simple cut and paste paper craft good "just for fun", a bird theme, or a farm theme.

Duck Paper Plate Craft - - This easy-to-make duck is a cute craft that is made from a single paper plate and construction paper.

Duck Place Markers - - Stand on table near plates. Pretty cool!

Duck Pond - - So we have done a couple of activities about ducks. The other day we made Five Little Duck pieces for our felt board and then we did some duck stamping. Our last project in sticking with the duck theme was to make a duck pond.

Ducks - - These wacky duck costumes will have your whole neighborhood "quacking" up!

Ducks in a Pond - - Which bird can walk, swim, and feed itself as soon as it is born? Find out, then have fun tearing bright paper to make this fuzzy, funny, baby bird.

Duck Step Stool - - This adorable duck stool is simple to make and sure to be loved.

Easter Duck Basket - - Although this duck won't waddle he will hold many Easter eggs.  This Easter basket craft is inexpensive and fairly easy.  The difficult part is cutting the milk carton so let adults help with this step.

Easter Egg Duck - - Kids will enjoy making these cute and easy ducks from purchased plastic Easter eggs.

Egg Duck Craft - - You can easily create these little ducks using plastic Easter eggs.

Felt Easter Puppet-Duck - - Make some Easter memories with this adorable duck puppet. Let the kids join in on the creating, then have a family puppet show!

Finger Painting Ducks - - Glue the beak and eyes in place and then add any feathers or other decorative materials you'd like.

Finger Puppets: Duck Patterns and Beak - - Finger puppets can be enjoyed by kids of all ages. Learn some tips for creating duck beaks and patterns from our craft expert in this free video.

Flip the Duck and See a Bunny - - Duck with a poem, flip him and see a Bunny!

Fold Origami Ducks with Easy Paper Folding Instructions - - Follow these detailed instructions and make your own origami duck.

Fluffy Yellow Duckling - - Mikhyla saw some ducklings in a box after playgroup one day and fell in love with them.  However, she had to be satisfied with this craft as a 'pet' rather than the real thing!

Flying Christmas Duck Hangup - - This flying Christmas duck is 12 inch (30cm) long.

Free Crochet Duck Pattern - - Here’s a cute little crochet duck for you to make!  She’s wearing a scarf in beautiful spring colors to keep her warm in these last days of winter and thinking about maybe showing up in some Easter baskets. 

Fuse Beads Duck - - Go outside and find an interesting branch that can be placed into a vase afterwards. Let the kids create fuse bead projects such as this duck to decorate the branch. The more the kids make, the more colorful and spring like the branch will become.

Fuzzy Duck Costume - - This was an onesie that I turned into a duck costume for my 2 year old son who was obsessed with ducks.

Hatched Duckling Paper Decoration - - This little duckling has hatched just in time to enjoy the wonderful spring weather. This cute paper craft is simple for kids to cut and glue and requires minimal material.

How to Decorate a Rubber Ducky - - When you think of a typical rubber ducky, you may think of one that is yellow and orange with an adorable smile on its face. Many children and adults alike are a fan of this toy and some even choose to decorate an entire room in a rubber ducky theme. Considering the smooth, plain surface of a rubber ducky, it can act as a canvas and allow you to decorate it the way you wish. Whether you are young or young-at-heart, it can be a fun craft project to do that does not have to cost a lot of money.

How to Make a Children's Duck Costume - - Instead of heading to the store, get creative and craft homemade costumes for yourself and your family, such as this child’s duck costume. Create the body of the duck first, then add on the finishing touches like the head, beak and wings. It’s a project that can be completed in a few hours, and the end result is impressive.

How to Make a Daffy Duck Costume - - This is a fun family project which allow kids to make their own Halloween costumes.

How to Make a Duck Costume - - A fun duck costume your kids will love.

How to Make a Duck Pond Game - - The Duck Pond Game is one of the simplest crowd pleasers of all homemade carnival games. It's also versatile because even the youngest child can play. If your school or fund raising event needs carnival games for kids, the Duck Pond is a solid choice. Read on to learn more.

How to Make a Kid's Duck Costume - - It can be difficult to choose the right Halloween costume for your child. There are many costumes at your local stores to choose from, but you can save yourself money by using your creativity to create your own costume. A duck costume is adorable on a small child, and with a few simple materials from around your home, you can create this costume in just an afternoon.

How to Make a Paper Plate Duck - - If your child loves animals they may enjoy making this paper plate duck. These cute little crafts can be created in just a few minutes with a couple of basic craft supplies. The handprints of your child that are used for the tail will also provide you with a way to remember how small their little hands used to be.

How to Make a Paper Plate Duck Craft With a Child - - Children love making fun crafts out of everyday household items. Instead of running out to a toy store to find entertainment, crafting with your child is budget friendly and stimulates creativity. This cheery paper plate duck will be easy for you and your child to make together.

How to Make a Pinata Duck Head - - If your child's favorite animal is a duck, you may want to consider constructing a duck head pinata for him or her. This pinata can be for a Birthday party or just to have fun with friends and family. You can make the pinata yourself and surprise your child, or you can get them to help you make it. Once it is finished, you fill it with your favorite candies and take turns trying to whack it open.

How to Make a Pipe Cleaner Duck - - Learn how to make a duck with pipe cleaners, step-by-step lesson and more in this free arts and crafts video series for kids, taught by and expert.

How to Make a Pipe Cleaner Duck - - Pipe cleaners are easy to shape into a little duck. This mess-free craft project is perfect for young children. Use white pipe cleaners to make a coiled body and wings, and an orange pipe cleaner to make the beak and legs.

Just Ducky - - Here's a project that's everything it's quacked up to be. Cute and fuzzy, this chick might be a duckling or, with another color scheme, a baby penguin or goose or swan.

Just Ducky - - A fun project for the kids to do with their parents.

Light Bulb Duck - - Create this cute duck from a burned out light bulb and a few other supplies.

Lucky Duck Paper Plate Craft for Kids - Place a dinner size paper plate, right side up, on the table. Decide where you want the wings and feet. Staple or glue them to the top of the paper plate.

Make a Delightful Duck Halloween Costume - - There won't be any ruffled feathers over complicated sewing tasks when you fashion this happy-go-ducky Halloween outfit.

Make a Duck! - - The kids will have lots of fun making their duck.

Make a Duck Easter Bag - - Bunnies and chicks get all the attention around Easter time, but ducks can be just as festive! Turn a simple paper lunch bag into a cute duck that's perfect for holding Easter treats. With lots of tracing, cutting, and folding, this craft is great for building fine motor skills, very important for little kids just learning to write.

Make Way For Ducklings - - These wacky duck costumes will have your whole neighborhood "quacking" up!

Milk Jug Duck - - This darling little duck basket is made out of an old milk jug! It's easy to make and you can fill it with goodies for Easter.

Ming-Ming Costume - - Turn your child into her favorite darling duckling! PJs, foam, and felt will make this creative costume take flight!

Needle Felted Duck Craft - - This cute little duck is about 3 inches long from tip of the beak to the end of its tail.

Olive Drab Duck - - A paper mache olive drab duck will make a great birthday and/or celebration piñata. A paper mache olive drab duck will also make a wonderful creative arts and crafts project for you and your family on a sunny (or rainy) day. The olive drab duck project is both inexpensive and easy to do. You can complete the olive drab duck project from the comforts of your own home.

Origami Duck Family - - Get quackin' and don't miss out on the fun. Watch and fold along with Origami master, Michael LaFosse as he guides you through the steps for creating your very own duck family!

Painted Duck - - Paint a large and small duck to accent your kitchen or bath. Dry brush technique adds a feather texture to this smooth wood duck.
Paper Bag Duck Craft for Kids - - Children love animals and ducks are definitely a favorite. This kids craft is easy to make and looks adorable. This kids craft is a super Easter craft but is also great for anytime of the year!

Paper Plate Ducky Mask - - Here is how to make this easy to make duck craft and spark the imagination of a child with a paper plate ducky mask they make themselves. All you need is a yellow paper plate, scissors, construction paper, toilet paper holder, and glue!

Paper Sack Duck - - Make your own duck out of a paper sack. Just follow the directions in this arts & crafts printable.

Pokemon Hats - - We've made a Psyduck hat. Use our pattern or, better yet, design your own pokemon hat. Use pom poms, pipe cleaners foam but, most of all, use your imagination!

Quack, Moo, & Oink Finger Puppets - - Fill your fingers with pigs, ducks, roosters, cows -- whatever barnyard animal puppets you create!

Racing Rubber Ducks - - These bobbing birds are the centerpiece of a pool party, because participants use them in a swimming race.

Rocking Duck - - Use paper plates to make a decorative duck.

Rubber Duckie Soap - - This will make it look like its sitting in water and looks really cute.

Sew this Beanie Baby Wingless Quackers The Duck - - This beanie baby is the most expensive one ever made. It's the wingless duck with an original tag. Check your kid's toys and see if it's in their collection.

Shape Duck Craft - - We’re working on comparing sizes with our daughter right now, so we created this duck craft that uses a new shape (semi-circle) and three sizes of shapes for her to do. Ducks made educational and the craft turned out really cute too! This is a simple paper craft that makes a fantastic farm animal craft for preschoolers.

Summer Pond Craft- Duck - - This pond consists of a duck, a frog , the frog's life cycle, a lily pads, a dragonfly and a turtle. I have broke this project down into 4 posts.

Walnut Shell Animals - - Kids will go nuts over these pocket-sized animals made with walnut shells. Display all four animals in shadow boxes for a cute look.