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Home > Arts and Crafts Projects for Kids > Rock Crafts Arts and Crafts Projects Ideas for your Kids
Children has always been fascinated by rocks and stones starting from a very young age. Children can use these stones to make various crafts and homemade games such as tic-tac-toe. For the tic-tac-toe, you can paint on the "X" and "O" or paint the stones two different colors to differentiate the players.
A popular rock craft among children, especially toddler age group, is the pet rock. Children can design their own unique pet or design an specific insect (Eg. Lady Bug or Bee), or an animal (Eg. Dog or Pig). You can also paint a rock for your mom and/or dad so they can use it as a paper weight for their office desk or make a pebble mosaic.
To make this colorful stone covered hot plate, you need to follow these instructions. Get a coffee can lid or like-sized lid. Set the lid on a tarp, newspapers, or garbage bags to protect your tables. Mix Plaster of Paris to a thick consistency and fill the lid about 1/2 the way up. Work quickly before the plaster sets. Scatter colorful fish stones / rocks all over the plaster and make sure that it sets evenly and flat. Do Not Extend the Rocks Above the Lid. You can now allow the hot plate to set before using.
These make beautiful necklaces...all you will need are 12" medium copper wire, 1 pretty rock or semi-precious stone such as agate, etc., long-nosed pliers, clear nail polish or lacquer and a paintbrush. Wrap copper wire around the stone in several directions and twist together at the top to hold stone in place and give a loop for fastening to chain, bracelet or key chain (sketch a). Coat the wire and stone with clear nail polish or lacquer to keep from tarnishing.
Thanksgiving Greeting on Pebbles & Stones Table Decoration Craft for Kids - Have a free afternoon? Go out for a walk, pick up some pebbles them and use them to make a thanksgiving greeting. Its so easy that even pre- school kids can do it!! This crafts activitiy would make a great Thanksgiving table decoration or even centerpiece. Below you will find instructions for this Thanksgiving table decoration.
Make Pet Rocks - This pet rock is a little piggy - make your own pet rock creations - learn how to make it look this good too.
Papier Mache Rock / Stone Sculptures - This is a really cool idea. You start off with a rock and then you add a papier mache / clay like substance to make it into a sculpture. You can make all sorts of creatures and animals using this method.
Painted 4th of July Flag Rocks - Paint patriotic paper weight rocks for Fourth of July time.
Blarney Stones - Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day by painting a Blarney Stone with your kids.
Make Musical Maracas with Pebbles, a Stick and a Gourd - This is a fun craft for kids, parents, and teachers. Use gourds, amply grown in the Fall, to make musical instruments.
Another
fun kid projects : - - Can
you tell that my kids are running the show these days? They are
heavy, heavy into kid crafting right now, fulfilling all my motherly daydreams of
having delightful children who love to craft as much as I do.
Blarney
Stone Crafts : - - In
this simple project, a smooth river rock is turned into a small,
kissable Blarney Stone.
Blarney
Stone Crafts : - -In
this funny and easy project, a smooth river rock is turned into a
small, kissable Blarney Stone.
Canadian
Pebble Crafts : - - You
can paint a river rock to make a wonderful patriotic pebble. They
make great paperweights or decorations.
Cool
Craft Project – Gold Leaf River Rocks - -
Decorate humble river rocks with gold leaf to create a beautiful
decoration for your desk, home, or backyard.
CD
Campfires : - -
Recycle an old CD and make this fabulous miniature campfire! This
makes a perfectgift for campers who love roasting marshmallows in
the great outdoors.
Crystal
Rock Gardens : - - Growing this garden couldn't be easier: It never needs watering or
weeding, and you end up with a bumper crop of cool crystals.
Dad
Rocks Paperweights : - - What
dad could resist using this glittery paperweight on his desk to show
off your love for him? Paint it with his favorite color or to match
his office décor.
Decoupage Paperweights : - - Find out how easy it is to transform an ordinary rock into a
treasured paperweight. This colorful paperweight is not only easy to
make, it also would make a greatgift.
Earth
Day Activities : - -
We collected some beautiful rocks and decided it would be fun to
paint them!! The rocks are now in my Garden!!
Frog
Prince Rock Buddy : Rock Crafts for Kids - -
Make a whole gang of these cute critters with just rocks and foam.
This is an easy preschool craft that both boys and girls will enjoy.
Make the Frog Princess to go with the Frog Prince.
Halloween
Painted Rocks : - -
If you are looking for some inexpensive, easy crafts for your kids
this Halloween, head out to your backyard to start the fun. Have the
kids hunt around for different shaped rocks. Long, slender rocks for
ghosts, oval shapes for spiders, and just about any stout rock will
make a great pumpkin!
Hedgehog
Pet Paper Weights : - -
In this tutorial you will learn how to turn a rock into a pet
hedgehog.
Homemade
Stepping Stones : - - Stepping stones cost a pretty penny at garden
supply shops, but your kid can make one cheap by raiding the local
craft and hardware stores. Plus, you'll finally have something to do
with all those seashells your kid collects every time she hits the
beach!
How
to Create Colorful Wax Rocks - - Lots
of kids love collecting rocks, so give them something to truly enjoy
and collect when you hide these beautiful wax creations in their
rooms or in the garden. While you have to be careful that they do not
leave the rocks somewhere hot to melt, this craft is sure to be fun
for you and for your kids.
How
to Make a Different Pet Rock - -
Want to make a pet rock, but not want the same old type of pet rock?
Perhaps you are bored with the typical types of pet rocks you have
seen? Want a craft to do with your child? This is a fun idea to make
a different kind of pet rock.
How
to Make a Felted Rocks : - - I've seen these in many craft shows and galleries and wanted to try
them myself. They are super easy and fun to make. I love taking the
small ones everywhere I go!
How
to Make a Pet Rocks : - –
A pet rock is a great alternative for anyone who wants a pet but does
not have the space or time to take care of one. It is also a perfect
pet for bad economic times because you do not have to spend money on
food, vet visits, and toys. Find out how, using a rock and some basic
craft supplies, you can create your own pet with lots of character!
How
to Make Beach Treasure Pendants : - - Have
you ever wondered what you could do with all those beach glasses and
pebbles that your children collected at the beach?
How
to Paint Designs on Rocks : - -
Painting Rocks is a great craft for all of the family. Make designs
on rocks by finding smooth rocks of all shapes and sizes. They can be
found in gardens, or at the seaside. Wash and dry the rocks. Paint
the rocks in the color of choice. Allow to dry and paint over to make
the rocks different and darker shades. Use a marker or pencil to add
detail to the rocks and then paint.
Inspirational
Stones Crafts : - - Hit rock bottom and can't figure out what to do
to keep your kids occupied? Help them create some rockin'
personalizedgifts for any occasion with some rocks and a little
inspiration. This is one case where getting a bunch of rocks as a
gift won't be a bad thing!
Kid's
Art Craft: Painting Rocks for the Garden - - It is great to set up a craft for your kids that you can actually use
and enjoy later. Painting rocks is one of those special crafts. We
used acrylic craft paint and spray it with a shellac to preserve the paint, otherwise it will wash off in the rain. The
stones make nice garden ornaments and greatgifts for family and friends.
Kiddy
Aquariums : - - The
children can do this. They could collect the required things. It can
be used to decorate children's bath or give as agift to their
friends.
Ladybug
Rocks : - -
Kids can make these adorable ladybugs as shelf decorations or as a
paperweight for Mom or Dad's desk. While the average ladybug is red,
ours come in several vibrant colors. Let your kids pick their
favorite!
Ladybug
Rocks : - - Pet
rocks are popular again! Make this cute one for yourself or someone
you love.
Lucky
Blarney Stones : - - Your children will feel lucky all year long, not just on St.
Patrick's Day, when they make this decorative stone—and that's
no blarney!
Moon
Rock Crafts : - - I
am pretty sure that real moon rocks don't look nearly as nice as the
kid's versions will! Just put out a variety of materials, show them a
few painting methods, and they'll take it from there.
My
"Pet" Rocks : - -
A basic need is something that every living thing requires. The basic
needs of all living things include water, food, shelter, air and
space. Without these basic needs, living things will not survive. In
addition to providing the basic needs, it is also important to
provide love and attention, especially when caring for pets. Ask
students to bring in a rock. Using a variety of craft materials,
students will create and construct their very own pet.
Oh
shiney rocks! : - -
I dig through and find all kinds of fun goodies, however I don’t
give the kids specific projects, I simply give them the pieces and
let them play. It’s amazing how little parts of art can
occupy hours in a day.
Oriental
Table Warmers : - -
This is a great way to present your serving dishes at your next
dinner party.
Painted
Garden Stones : - - This activity was next to nothing to make and the kids had a lot of
fun not only painting the rocks but having a little fun exploring as
well.
Painted
Pebbles : - - Turn
a pile of stones into ornamental artworks that will spruce up a
garden bed, a potted plant or a windowsill.
Painted
Rock Napkin Holders : - -Keep
your napkins from blowing away during barbeques and picnics with a
painted patriotic rock. This is a FreeKidsCraft.com original project.
Painted
Rock Playsets : - -
Here's something to do with all of the rocks that seem to magically
pop out of the garden each spring: turn them into a colorful,
interactive art-and-building set for your kids.
Painted
Rocks : - -
Kids can let their imaginations run wild when creating creatures out
of rocks. They can think about how to use the different shapes to
make their own creation.
Painted
Rocks Paper Weights : - - Get
your rocks and wash them. Do not paint till dry.
Party
Pebbles : - - Need
a quick party favor, napkin holder or decoration? Start by collecting
interesting rocks from the nearest park, lake or beach, or purchase a
bag from a floral-supply or arts and crafts store.
Patriotic
Pebble Crafts : - - You
can paint a river rock to make a wonderful patriotic pebble. They
make great paperweights or decorations.
Pebble
Mosaics : - -
I made a batch of playdough in a "natural" color and then
had the kids make their mosaics on this. It provided a great
substance for the pebbles to "stick" too, and they could
experiment with this technique over and over again.
Pebble
Mosaic for Kids : - - You've
probably seen magnificent mosaic decorations made from glass and
stone in a church or museum. Now you can make your own pebble mosaic
for kids!
Pebble
Pets : - -
Make no-fuss pebble pets that you can carry in your pocket. They
don't shed and don't require feeding. Just keep them away from water
- they'll sink immediately if dropped!
Pet
Rock Paper Weights : - -
This quick kids craft project is easy to make and can be turned into
a long craft project by collecting the rocks from the beach or around
your garden.
Pet
Rocks : - -
Pet rocks are a fun way to express your creativity and your own
personal style. Whether it’s a cute animal or a creepy
creature, pet rocks are lots of fun and have no limits!
Pet
Rocks : - -
Part of the fun with this '70s-inspired craft is hunting for the
perfect rocks to decorate, making it a fitting project for after a
nature hike or during a birthday party.
Picture
Frame of Stones Craft Project - - This
frame project is fun for kids and adults alike. Any plain wood or
craft frame of any size will work for this project.
Prayer
Rock Crafts : Arts and Crafts Projects with Rocks - -
Here's a birthdaygift we recently made, a fun and easy craft for
kids.
Preschool
Craft- Pet Rocks : - -
I loved my pet rock- I don't know why I had an attachment to a rock,
but for some reason kids like this sort of thing.
Really
Ridiculous Rocks Crafts : - - These
ridiculous rock animals are very easy to create. They make great
paperweights or decorations.
Rock
Animals : - - Study
the shape and shade of a rock for clues to its inner nature. When you
are ready to design, begin by arranging the rocks until the figure
looks just right.
Rock
Art: Creating a Gratitude Stone : - -
Even though Thanksgiving is still a few months away, it’s never
too early to begin teaching children about being thankful. The more
gratitude a person tends to have in life, the happier they generally
are. Keeping that in mind, who doesn’t love to see their
children happy? This very basic craft is easy enough for Lil Crafters
as well as thoughtful enough for Junior Crafters.
Rock
Bugs : - -
It's easy to watch bugs all day long -- especially when you make them
yourself. Create your own insects out of natural materials and pose
them around your campsite. You'll find some suggested bugs below, but
feel free to use your imagination to come up with others too.
Rock
Crafts : - -
A creative way for kids to use the stones they stumble across is to
turn them into animals, people, or objects.
Rock
Crafts for Fun : - - Sometimes
I pick up a rock just because it has a nice shape. I'm not a
mineralogist like Mikey, actually I'm not even a rockhound. I'm an
artist, and I like rocks and minerals because they are pretty.
Rock
Family Plaque : - -
This adorable craft is so easy and looks marvelous sitting on a shelf
or on Dad's desk. A greatgift for Father's Day!
Rockin'
Garde : ns - -
This tabletop Zen rock garden lets kids display a collection of
souvenirs from their summer travels.
Rockin'
Little Turtles : - - Here's
how to make a lovely little turtle from rocks and small pebbles. I
think this craft project is an excellent summer nature craft for
camp, scouts or guides.
Rockin’
Rock Sculptures : - - Turn
ordinary stones into sculptures that rock! When the designs wash
away, create new decorations.
Rock
Men : Crafts Activities with Rocks, Stones, Pebbles - -
Let the kids show their creativity with this simple project.
Rock
Monsters : - - Design
a crazy creature using rocks of any shape or size!
Rock
Necklaces : - - Use
a rock collected from a special place or during a special outing.
Rock
Necklaces : - -
A variation on the age-old nature necklace, these wire-wrapped
pendants are fun for kids to trade. Some girls paint their names on
one side and their best friend's on the other, and wear them as a
proclamation of their unbreakable bond.
Rock
Owl Paperweights : - - You've
heard of the great horned owl, the barn owl, and the snowy owl. Would
your room at home make a good habitat for one of them? Probably not!
Owls are nocturnal birds of prey that need plenty of space to hunt
rodents and other small animals. Hunting at night is something that
owls do better than any other bird.
Rock
Paintings : - - With
summer coming many of us see ladybugs everywhere. Why not create some
special ladybugs you can keep on the porch or even inside in some
special places? This is a fun craft that kids can do. They may need
some help with putting the tape on to evenly paint a straight line,
and you also may want to handle the permanent marker (for putting
dots onto the ladybug) – but otherwise should be able to
negotiate the project just fine on their own.
Rock
Painting : - - A
number of moms have requested ideas for hot-summer-afternoon craft
projects, so here's another idea I think might go over really well
with the little ones, and is interesting enough to capture the
attention of a child of any age. And while you're at it Mom, sit down
and do some creating yourself. This makes the project even that much
more enjoyable for your kids.
Rock
Painting & Rock People Kids Craft - - Rock
painting is a great and fun children's activity. Kids love to pick up
rocks, and find different ones that are cool, neat or fancy.
Rock
Paperweights : - -
If you're spending part of the summer at a cottage or near a
beach, making these rock paperweights can keep small hands
active. Kids don't need much more than rocks, paint and imagination.
Romantic
Rocks : - -
This is an activity and craft for the whole family to grab hold of.
Find heart-shaped rocks out in the wild and then tame them at home.
Sand
and Pebble Mirrors : - - Even
the pesky pebbles from your garden can be put to good use in this Zen
garden-inspired frame. A mixture of tile adhesive and craft sand make
a textured grout that will hold your found pebbles securely in place.
Shake
a Shakers : - - Do
you want to belt out a song, but need an instrument that will keep
the rhythm and add to the effect? Why don't you try making a 'shaker'
that will do the trick?
Stacking
Rocks : - - These
rock formations make a great paperweight or are fantastic to just
display! Collect rocks from different places and write where they're
from on the bottom for a great memento! It's perfect for a Father's
Daygift!
Strawberry
Necklaces : - - Our
Strawberry Necklace is an original summer craft for kids to make -
with the added benefit that they can wear it proudly!
Stone
Craft Ideas : - -
With some paint and a little imagination, your party gang can turn a
pocketful of stones into stone people and stony-faced creatures.
Prepare the workspace for this stone craft, and have a blast!
Stone
Dolls : - -
They are such a perfect little canvas! Holding a little part of the
earth seems to ground and inspire me all at once... mmm...smooth
stone in hand and time disappears.
Stone-faced
Pumpkins : - - Looking
for a rock-solid decorating idea to charm your visitors this year?
Try lining up a windowsill collection of these mini stone
jack-o'-lanterns.
Swirly
Stones : - -
This simple project, adapted from "Summer Crafts" by
Marjorie Galen (Hylas, 2005), transforms rocks into giant waxy
jewels. The secret ingredients? Crayons and heat!
The
Five Acient Ghosts : - - Take
your clean jar. Put fiber stuffing in it to make sure you have
enough.
Tons
of Thanks : - - Here’s
a clever way to say "Thank you!" Even young children can be
creative with these easy-to-make, practical paperweights.
Treasure
Rocks : - - To
make the dough mix all the dry ingredients together.
Treasure
Stone Crafts : - -
Make a fun stone using this recipe. It even has a hidden treasure
inside.
Turkey
Pet Rocks : - - A group of these cute pet
rock turkeys will be part of our Thanksgiving table centerpiece this year. We'll
let all the grandparents keep one, too!
What’s
below the Earth’s Surface? : - - Is your knowledge about the Earth’s layers
rock solid? Create a down-to-Earth 3-D display with Crayola Markers.
Wire
Wrap Necklaces : - - Here's
a way for your kid to show off that lucky pebble or one-of-a-kind
beach find he picked up during a recent adventure.