Looking for patriotic activities? we have! For Memorial Day weekend, we’re sharing 29 Memorial Day activities for preschool kids that are tons of fun and a great way to honor the military service heroes who serve the country.
Easy Memorial Day Crafts and Activities for Little Kids
Memorial Day is a national holiday in the United States observed every year on the last Monday of May, where we honor and mourn military service members who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the armed forces. Everyone, not just military families, celebrates this important holiday, which is why we’re sharing simple ways you can make it at home.
This is a great opportunity to talk about the meaning of Memorial Day and other dates such as the Fourth of July and Veterans Day. We put together the best activities for preschoolers, but many of these activities can be enjoyed by older children and the whole family.
Do you know that this date also marks the beginning of summer?!
Grab your crafting materials, and let’s get started.
1. Fun Preschool Memorial Day Craft: Fireworks Marble Painting
You only need a few supplies to make this preschool Memorial Day craft. The best part is watching the marbles roll in the paint! Isn’t it fun?
2. Memorial Day Coloring Pages
Print and color these free printable Memorial Day coloring pages with your favorite markers, colored pencils, or watercolors while learning about the significance of this patriotic celebration.
3. DIY 4th of July Shirt Tutorial to Make an American Flag T-Shirt
Take a white classic tee, sponges, paint and stickers, and make a patriotic shirt. Just follow the steps – the results are amazing!
4. Red, White and Blue Coffee Filter Stars
Make some red, white, and blue coffee filter stars in just minutes, and use them to decorate your windows. So cute and lively! Simple fun for kids.
5. Crepe Paper Poppy Crafts for Kids for Memorial Day
Make this cute crepe paper poppy craft for kids of all ages for Remembrance Day, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, or Anzac Day. From Happy Goons.
6. 4th of July Painted Flag Shirt
If you have some acrylic craft paint and a white cotton shirt… and of course little ones willing to participate, you can make this fun craft today! From misleading academic.
7. Patriotic Suncatcher Kids Crafts for the Fourth of July and Memorial Day
Kids can make patriotic suncatcher crafts inspired by flags for any American holiday. We love that it sparkles like a firework when placed in the sun. From A Little Pinch of Perfect.
8. Popsicle Stick Flag
This craft is so simple to put together – all you need are popsicle sticks, red, white and blue food coloring, glue and some extra decorations for the stars. Let’s put your creativity to work! From A Pumpkin and a Princess.
9. Ice Paint American Flag Craft
This ice paint American flag craft is a super fun multimedia project and a great alternative to traditional painting. Kids of all ages will love it! From B-inspired Mama.
10. Fine Motor Straw Flag Sticky Tray
Fine motor activities are a hit with many toddlers and preschoolers! This Straw Flag Sticky Tray is a great way to introduce little ones to the American flag. From modern preschool.
11. Free American Flag Playdough Mat
This free play dough mat is sure to be a hit! All you need is red dough for the stripes and white dough for the stars. From Totschooling.
12. 4th of July Alphabet Game for Preschoolers
Kids will love practicing their ABCs with this fun printable game for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, and other important national holidays. This includes both uppercase and lowercase letters. From Totschooling.
13. Memorial Day Sensory Bottle for Kids
This Memorial Day sensory bottle activity is super fun and super easy too. You’ll only need a few supplies to get started, and you’re pretty much organized. From Craft Play Learn.
14. Easy 4th of July Cookie Decorating Activity for Kids
These 4th of July cookies are very easy to decorate and would make a great party with lots of kids and adults alike. From Red Ted Art.
15. How to Make a Festive Preschool 4th of July Discovery Bottle
Make Your Own Preschool American Flag Discovery Bottle! These are a lot of fun to make, with lots of pouring and stirring. Perfect for summer camp or home activities! By teaching 2 and 3 year olds.
16. A Real Summer of Fun ~ 4th of July Craft
Make this adorable recycled tin can windsocks to decorate your home during Memorial Day and have a great time with the family while you make it. From Real Creative Real Organized.
17. 4th of July Splatter Paint Art Decorations for Preschoolers
Preschoolers can participate in the fun of preparing for the event while having a messy outdoor splatter art experience. Use the results to create placemats and table centerpieces for your get-together. From the Preschool Toolbox Blog.
18. 4th of July Craft – Noise Maker
Kids will have tons of fun making noises for the Memorial Day parade or house celebration. They can be made with things you probably already have at home. For less than mess.
19. Patriotic Slime for Memorial Day Science
Quick and Easy Patriotic Slime for Memorial Day! Slime is easy to make and a great science lesson even for young children. From a small box for little hands.
20. Patriotic Cupcake Liners Flowers
Kids will have fun making patriotic cupcake liner flowers for Memorial Day or the 4th of July. They’re an easy craft for kids of all ages and look lovely assembled in a mason jar as a festive centerpiece. From fireflies and mudpies.
21. Paper Straw Bubble Flowers
These patriotic bubble blowers are the perfect way to help your child celebrate any American patriotic holiday! You and your kids can make this craft in minutes with just a few ingredients. From pint-sized treasures.
22. Patriotic Stars Counting Down Clip Cards
These free Patriotic Stars Counting Clip Cards are perfect for any patriotic holiday, or any time you want to work on a counting set! From Kindergarten Connection.
23. Patriotic Homemade Slime and Illustrations Activity
You can easily make this patriotic homemade slime for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any other patriotic holiday. Kids will love playing with it for hours and you will love how easy it is to clean. From JDaniel4’s mom.
24. Patriotic Cloud Dough Play Tray
If you’ve never made cloud dough before, you must give it a try! It is very easy to create it. Kids can do most of it themselves and the materials are easy to find and very cheap! This is the perfect activity. From Glitter on a Dime.
25. Create an American Flag Using Hydrology Experiments
Looking for a fun activity that also teaches kids about science? Here are two hydrology experiments for coloring the American flag! From engineer to stay at home mom.
26. Red, white and blue stars. Patriotic Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers
This craft will take about 15 minutes to put together and the best part is you don’t need a lot of craft supplies or a high craftsmanship level. And the result is so cute! From Live Well Play Together.
27. Pom-Pom American Flag Painting Crafts for Kids
Get rid of the paintbrush – and try something new to paint. Take some clothespins and pom-poms to make a cool American flag craft! Clever morning.
28. Memorial Day Cutting Practice
If you want to help kids learn about Memorial Day, these scissor-cutting printable activities are a great step to take. It is a fun and festive time of learning for kids. From 3 boys and a dog.
29. Free Memorial Day Color by Number {6 Sheets!}
Color-by-number worksheets are a great way to keep kids having fun while working on fine motor skills, number recognition, color recognition and art. These are Memorial Day themed but can be used on July 4th and Veterans Day. From Leap of Faith Crafting.
Even more memorable day treats and crafts from Kids Activities Blog
Which Memorial Day activity for preschoolers will you try first?
