Calling all crafty cephalopods lets dive under the sea with some exciting octopus crafts for kids! These are so much fun and let you make the 8 tentacle critter using a variety of different craft materials!
Under the Sea Octopus Craft Ideas
Octopuses are fascinating creatures that live in the ocean and have unique characteristics. Their 8 tentacles and ability to change color (so that they can disguise themselves to match their surroundings) make them a popular subject for arts and crafts projects.
Engaging children in octopus crafts not only enhances their creativity but also provides an opportunity to learn about marine life. Of course here at Easy Crafts for Kids we have a wide range of ocean crafts for kids to help them learn about other sea critters!
In this guide, we will explore several octopus-themed craft ideas that are perfect for kids of different ages. We have Octopus crafts for toddlers such as my handprint craft idea, preschool ideas involving toilet paper rolls and lots more suggestions for older kids and even adults!
All my crafts are simple, fun, and can be made with readily available materials. So let’s dive into the world of octopuses and start creating our own ocean-inspired masterpieces!
Crafty Cephalopods: Exciting Octopus Crafts for Kids
Calling all crafty cephalopods lets dive under the sea with some exciting octopus crafts for kids! These are so much fun and let you make the 8 tentacle critter using a variety of different craft materials!
Octopus crafts for toddlers, preschoolers and older kids can be found here.
Egg cartons, pipe cleaners, some paint and googly eyes come together to make this cute octopus craft which can dangle in your bedroom!!
Grab some colored yarn and make your own octopus!! You can make him in any color you wish!
I love ocean toilet paper roll crafts especially this preschool Octopus craft idea!
Such a simple idea which takes under 10 minutes making it the ideal classroom activity for kids as young as 3!
Use bubble wrap to make this super fun and cute octopus craft. Such a simple idea which involves painting (every toddler and preschooler's favorite thing!)
This printable octopus craft is a fun and easy way for kids of all ages to explore the underwater world.
Older children can complete the craft on their own, while younger children may need some help from an adult or older sibling.
With a little imagination, this craft can help children create their own underwater adventures.
Kids will love making this fun and easy octopus yarn craft, the perfect addition to your ocean themed activities.
Move over sock pets! Try this (almost no sew) octopus pet made from tights! Too cute
Transform a blank paper plate into an adorable ocean creature with this paper plate octopus craft.
Make an O is for octopus craft with the free template for fun and learning!
Want to make even more ocean critters then why not try my starfish crafts for kids or my cute paper plate jellyfish
If you aren’t in the mood for crafting perhaps some free dolphin coloring pages may be ideal or even my Summer wordsearches
Which of these Octopus Crafts for Kids Will You Try?
Hi there, I’m Laura an avid kids crafter with two little ones of my own to keep entertained! I have been doing kids crafts since 2018! Here at Easy Crafts for Kids you can find seasonal crafts for all age groups, as well as drawing tutorials, coloring pages and some other fun printables!