PRESIDENT'S DAY CRAFTS for KIDS : ARTS AND CRAFTS ACTIVITIES & IDEAS FOR CHILDREN, Preschoolers, and Teens (for Abraham Lincoln's and George Washington's Birthday, etc)

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Arts and Crafts Actiivities for Preschoolers, and Teens (for Abraham Lincoln's and George Washington's Birthday, etc)

George Washington's Camp to Make with Clay and Paper - George Washington’s Camp Paper Folding Crafts Model Craft for Kids to Make for President’s Day - This one is great for classrooms full of students and group projects.

5-Pointed Star - - Make a five-pointed star by folding a piece of construction paper a few times and then making one cut.

Abraham Lincoln Craft - - This is a fun and easy color, cut and paste craft that uses a toilet paper roll as a base to give the finished craft a three dimensional effect. 

A Cherry Tree Craft for President's Day - - This Cherry Tree Craft is the perfect way to involve your preschool child in a president's day activity this year. Tell your children the story of George Washington and how he chopped down the cherry tree. Encourage older kids to share their ideas about Washington's famous quote, "I cannot tell a lie." You'll be surprised at the interesting views your child may express.

All American Tin - - Make this festive tin to hold tiny treasures in a country home, in your purse, at camp, or on a trip.

Blue's Clues Paper Craft - - There are a number of hats to choose from which allow you to dress Blue up for different celebrations or themes.  If you stick Blue to the wall and stick the hat to the wall over her head (don't put any tape or sticky gum between the hat paper and the head paper), you can easily remove one hat and put on another for changing themes!

Craft Stick Flag Craft - - This is a simple-to-make US flag made from craft sticks. Since this tiny flag does not have the correct number of stars and stripes, explain to the children that the real US flag has 13 red and white stripes (that represent the original 13 colonies) and 50 stars (that represent the 50 US states).

Craft Stick White House - - Celebrate Inauguration Day or Presidents' Day by creating your very own White House!

Crepe Paper Flag - - This patriotic door decoration will show your Independence Day spirit. Display it proudly in a window or your front door for all your friends and family to see.

"Edible" Log Cabin - - Another super-simple President's Day craft project. This isn't something that kids will be able to keep, but it's a fun little project that will let them play with their food!

Famous Leader Pop-Ups - - Freedom rings out loud and clear with art that reflects people's struggles and triumphs. Highlight history and give children a creative way to express complicated concepts such as civil rights and democracy.

Future President Pin - - Your child will be proud to wear this future president pin stating that they too can be the President of the United States! 

George Washington's Handprint Cherry Tree - February 22nd is George Washington's real birthday so the Free Kids Crafts Team has designed this Handprint Cherry Tree in his honor.

George Washington Chenille Cherry Tree - - George Washington couldn’t tell a lie, so he told his father that he chopped down the cherry tree. Discuss this famous story while making this fun chenille cherry tree craft this Presidents' Day!

George Washington Craft - - This is a fun and easy color, cut and paste craft that uses a toilet paper roll as a base to give the finished craft a three dimensional effect.

George Washington’s ax - - For Presidents’ Day, in honor of the lore involving George Washington and the cherry tree, here’s an ax project. It’s easy; no lie.

George Washington Wig - - Make an old fashioned wig you can wear for fun!

Heroic Statue - - Spark awareness about monuments and people in your community. Kids create statues to honor their heroes or key events.

How to Make Abraham Lincoln's Log Cabin - - President's Day is a great day to teach children and students about the history of the American Presidents. One of the most famous presidents was the sixteenth president, Abraham Lincoln. Some of the things Abraham Lincoln is remembered for are the Gettysburg Address, his assassination in Ford's Theater, his nickname "Honest Abe," and his log cabin. After you teach your children about Abraham Lincoln you can have them create his log cabin as a reminder.

How to Make a Log Cabin From a Milk Carton - - This craft can be used after a lesson about Abraham Lincoln is given. You can use it during your study of the US Presidents or to celebrate President's Day. The craft is a simple one so it can be made by children as young as preschool. Homeschooling parents may find it helpful as well as teachers. Remember there are more sophisticated log cabin crafts out there if you want to challenge your older children. This craft is geared toward children ages four to eight.

How to Make a Pretzel Log Cabin for President's Day - - Pretzels are the same color and shape as the logs used in making log cabins. Use pretzel sticks to create a craft log cabin--just perfect for President's Day or remember and celebrate the life of Abraham Lincoln. Abraham Lincoln lived in a log cabin like most people of his day. Look through some old books that show pictures log cabins and then begin this craft.

How to Make a String of Presidential Stars to Celebrate President's Day - - If you are currently learning about the presidents in history class, you will want to do this craft. It can be done all in one day or over the course of a few days. This string of presidential stars is meant to be hung across a classroom or a home school room to celebrate President's Day. It should also be used as a teaching tool to help student's memorize their presidents.

How to Make a Tricorn Hat - - The tricorn hat was popular during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. At the height of its popularity it was worn by both civilian and military men. Following the steps below, you can make your own felt tricorn hat.

How to Make a Toilet Paper George Washington for President's Day - - George Washington was the first president of the United States and a hero of the Revolutionary War. He is one of the forty-plus reasons we celebrate President's Day, which occurs on the third Monday of February each year. (Washington's real birthday was Feb. 22.) This year, honor his memory by crafting a George Washington doll out of a toilet paper roll.

How to Make a Wreath of Presidents for President's Day - - Presidents' Day is a great day to teach children about American history. Teachers and home educators should choose a few noteworthy presidents to focus on. It is helpful if there is some type of lesson to go along with this craft. Once the lesson is given, children can create a wreath for Presidents' Day. This wreath is decked out in America's colors of red, white and blue and features six U.S. presidents.

Image a Magnificent Building - - Design a building with it's very own fountain! Make a realistic replica of a stately government building with steps and statues or your own dream structure with terraces and towering columns.

How to Make an Abraham Lincoln Necklace for President's Day - - One of the most famous American Presidents was Abraham Lincoln. Abraham Lincoln was an honest man who gave one of the most famous speeches in American history, the Gettysburg Address, while suffering from smallpox. After a child researches Lincoln, she can make a craft to remind her of what she has learned. This craft will tell students how to make an Abraham Lincoln necklace.

Independence Banner - - Celebrate your country's independence! Decorate with a national symbol that reminds you of your country's history and culture

Lincoln Hat Craft - - Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the USA, used to wear a black stovepipe hat. You can make a tiny version of Lincoln's stovepipe hat using a toilet paper tube and black construction paper.

Lincoln Log Cabin - - A simple-to-make Lincoln Log Cabin to celebrate President's Day.

Lincoln Penny Pendant - - Make a Lincoln Penny Pendant that you can wear to celebrate President's Day.

Lincoln's Hat Kid Craft - - Follow these instructions and make your own Lincoln’s hat.

Little Log Cabin Craft - - You can make this wonderful twig house using a cardboard box, twigs, and hot glue.

Lincoln Log Cabin Craft  - - Many pioneers grew up in log cabins way back when, including some of the United States' former presidents!

Log Cabins - - Abraham Lincoln lived in a log cabin, but less colorful than this one. Everyone feels right at home with a structure that reminds adults and kids alike of happily coloring with Crayola® Crayons.

Lucky Penny Pin Craft - - Christine Durham shares these instructions to make a simple penny pin to wear.

Mini Mt Rushmore - - Kids can make their very own Mini Mt Rushmore with the faces of each Founding Father from a few simple items. Who knew you could make this great American symbol with just the change in your pocket?

Mini Stovepipe Hat - - This mini stovepipe hat looks just like the one that President Lincoln wore and it's really simple to make.

Obama Stencil Silhouette - - This fun craft will help you remember this monumental time in U.S. history. Use our Obama stencil pattern to create projects for Inauguration Day, Presidents' Day, or Black History Month.

Paper Mosaic Flag - - Make a patriotic flag mosaic!

Paper Plate Abe Lincoln Hat - - This paper plate Abe Lincoln hat is simple enough that little ones can even get involved. It's a fun craft for Presidents' Day.  

Paper Plate Fireworks - - Paper Plate Fireworks is a super fun craft for kids to celebrate any American holiday! Toddlers will love this patriotic craft, but will need to be closely supervised!

Paper Plate Obama Symbol - - Make your very own Obama symbol from a paper plate and some craft paint! Perfect for an Inauguration Day or Presidents' Day celebration.

Paper White House - - This Paper White House is a super fun printable American craft for Kids. All you need is some paper, scissors, glue and a printer and you're ready to make your own version of this great American symbol!

Patriotic Baton - - Strike Up the Band and start the Parade! Everyone can join in the fun with their own baton made from this FreeKidsCrafts original project.

Patriotic Headband - - Make a patriotic headband to wear on the President’s Day!

Patriotic Jingle Wand - - Wave it at around at your next patriotic celebration and you'll make jingling music all day long.

Patriotic Keepsake Box - - Traveling to Washington DC, Philadelphia or Boston? Decorate a box to keep your treasures in. 

Patriotic Magnetic Frames - - Great for the refrigerator, our flag frame is perfect for your favorite parade photo. This project was designed by my daughter, Jamie,  when she was six years old.

Patriotic Parade Stick - - Whether it’s the Inaugural Parade, Presidents' Day, a 4th of July celebration or any other fun event you attend, this patriotic wand is perfect for showing your pride.

Patriotic Pebble Craft - - You can paint a river rock to make a wonderful patriotic pebble. They make great paperweights or decorations.

Patriotic Pinwheel - - A simple-to-make pinwheel for older children. (This craft uses a push-pin, so it is not suitable for younger children.)

Patriotic Quilt - - Celebrate your country's holidays! Remember famous leaders and events with national symbols.

Patriotic Shield - - This project will help kids express their patriotism, by honoring a hero on Presidents' Day.

Patriotic Star Clacker - - Shake it back and forth to show your support!

Patriotic Sun Catcher - - The Patriotic Sun Catcher is made from faceted beads which you may not have lying around the house. You can buy a big bag of them at your local craft store for under $2, and will be well worth the small expense. This is a great craft to begin teaching children about following patterns, and great for improving fine motor skills like eye-hand coordination.

Patriotic Treat Cup - - This Patriotic Treat Cup is a great, inexpensive kids craft to help celebrate Fourth of July or Flag Day. Decorate your American themed table with these treat cups, or give them away as loot bags!

Patriotic Top Hat - - Here's a chance for children to tip their top hats to their country's leaders and their own creativity while showing their patriotic colors.

Patriotic US Plant Pot Craft - - A simple-to-make patriotic plant pot.

Patriotic Wind Chimes - - Hang it outside to show your patriotism and listen to it jangle in the wind.

Patriotic Windsock - - Great for any patriotic holiday. This windsock is presented in red, white and blue, but can be adapted to the colors of the flag of any country.

Patriotic Wind Sock Craft - - You can make a patriotic wind sock from an oatmeal box, construction paper, string, and crepe paper streamers.

Pencil Holder - - Recommended for ages 6-12.

Perler Bead Patriotic Window Decorations - - Hang a red, white and blue Perler design in your car window or your room window.

Powdered Wig - - Dress up like the presidents of the past with this fun powdered wig.  Perfect for school plays or even a Halloween costume. 

Presidential Mobile - - This is a really easy to do mobile that looks great when it's done. It makes a nice way to honor our most notable presidents on President's Day. I've even included a printable bust of Lincoln and Washington to use for this craft project.

Presidential Podium - - When a new President is sworn in on Inauguration Day, he/she will stand at the presidential podium to give his/her speech. Make your own podium to celebrate Presidents' Day.

Presidential Powdered Wig - - Not only will the kids have fun making these wigs, but they'll have a blast wearing and playing with them. They are just too fun! Even younger children can get in on this one because they are so easy to make.

Presidents Day Activity - - This simple Presidents Day activity provides a cool jewelry craft for your kid. Break out your pennies and nickels and get ready to create some child holiday crafts.

President’s Day Craft:Patriotic Heart - - This project is a great tribute to our country’s Presidents and getting kids involved in remember those who played a significant part in our history and future to come!

Presidents' Day Finger Puppets - - Celebrate Presidents' Day with these quick and easy paper finger puppets of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. They’re the perfect crafts to get your Presidents' Day learning discussion started.

Pretzel Log Cabin - - Presidents’ Day is a great time to teach kids about how our forefathers grew up in log cabins and worked the land with their own two hands. This pretzel log cabin is a fun and edible history lesson in the making!

Shooting Star - - Make a shooting star for President’s Day!

Simple Paper Log Cabin - - Younger children really won't understand what President's Day is all about... most can't grasp the concept of what a President is, but they will enjoy the idea of building a log cabin on their papers.

Stand-Alone Star Craft - - This 3-dimensional star decoration is made from 2 paper stars that are interlaced. These stars stand by themselves on a table, and make a great patriotic or Christmas decoration.

Stars and Stripes Clock - - There is always time to be patriotic. Here’s an easy clock you can make out of a star–shaped box. Add red, white, and blue and stand up and be counted!

Stars and Stripes Game Box - - This great Stars and Stripes Game Box is not only fun to play with -- it's fun and easy to make!

Stars and Stripes Paddle Ball Game - - Use permanent markers or acrylic paint to decorate a paddle ball game for summer fun.

Star Wreath - - Make a patriotic star wreath decoration from paper stars and a paper plate. If you're making this project with a group of children, they can cut out the stars and write their names on them.

String of Stars - - Make a decorative string of stars to celebrate President's Day. Make it as long as you want - you can decorate an entire room with this patriotic (and simple) craft.

Tree of Presidents Craft-In this project, the Presidents of the US are represented by leaves on a tree. This project is good for a group of children (it is too big a project for one child).

Uncle Sam Mask - - This adorable Uncle Sam Mask is made from a paper plate, construction paper and cotton balls; an easy an inexpensive kids craft to celebrate any American holiday!

USA Garland - - Someone you know in the service?  Hang a USA garland on your tree or holiday table to make them part of the celebration! 

Wig Out! - - Go historic or just plain silly! Transform your look with a colorful wig. You design it and choose the color.

"Yes We Can" Can - - Yes we can… change the world, find cures for diseases, or feed the hungry. This craft is inspired by Barack Obama's famous 2008 presidential campaign phrase, "Yes we can." Kids can add coins to this can to save money for their favorite cause or charity to make Earth a better place.

Build Lincoln's Log Cabin - Learn to build Lincoln’s Cabin!

Cherry Tree Craft - - Instructions for making a fun cherry tree by tracing your arm.

Egg Carton Uncle Sam - - Teach your children the importance of recycling with this fun Uncle Sam craft activity.

George Washington and the Cherry Tree - - This is the third in the series of President's Day crafts. The lesson will introduce what is thought to be the character of George Washington and teaches the students that it is important to be honest. After the lesson students will make a cherry trees to remember the story and the honesty lesson.

George Washington Powdered Wig - - Dress-up like the birthday boy himself – our very first president George Washington – with this fun and educational project for Presidents Day.

How to Make a George Washington Wig Out of a Paper Bag - - On President's Day - or any day you're feeling presidential and you have an extra white paper bag hanging around - you can make a funny George Washington's wig with a little cutting and some paper curling, tape and ribbon.

How to Make a Toilet Paper Abe Lincoln for President's Day - - America's sixteenth president was named Abraham Lincoln. He was fondly called "Honest Abe" because he was truthful and trustworthy. Abe was known for giving the Gettysburg Address. When Abraham Lincoln was growing up, he lived in a one bedroom log cabin. Many crafts for President's Day center around Lincoln's log cabin, but this craft focuses on Abraham Lincoln himself.

Lincoln's Stovepipe Hat - - Learn to make Lincoln’s stovepipe hat.

Make a Silhouette Placement, Puppets, and a Mini-Scrapbook - - Young children are excited to learn about many different subjects so use the President's Day holiday this year as an opportunity to teach them a little about history.

Our US American Flag - - In this activity children make a United States flag collage. They understand that the flag is a national symbol, explain what the stars and stripes stand for, and appreciate the role national symbols play in our society.

Patriotic Hat - -This patriotic art activity will help children understand why we celebrate Presidents' Day.

Patriotic People Mobile - - Celebrate Presidents' Day and other national holidays by creating this patriotic mobile.

Patriotic Torch - - This patriotic torch helps you celebrate Presidents' Day, or any other national holiday!

Preschool Presidents Day Arts and Crafts - – This website has several crafts such as George Washington's Cherry Tree, Presidential Wig, and Lincoln’s Cabin

President’s Day Crafts - - President's Day is a good time for children to learn a little about the history of our country and to begin to think about what makes a good leader.

Top Hat Craft - - Find out how to make a top hat craft using a paper plate.

Washington's Tricornered Hat - - Learn to make your very own George Washington’s Tricornered Hat!

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