As the snow melts and the days grow longer, it’s time to shake off the winter blues and welcome the fresh, colorful season of spring! Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, get creative, and embrace nature’s beauty with your little ones. Here are five fun and simple ways to celebrate the arrival of spring with your kids - two of which are extra special thanks to our creative Pinwheel Crafts kits!

1. Create a Beautiful Spring Garden (With a Handmade Touch!)

Nothing says "hello spring" quite like fresh flowers and greenery. Start a mini garden with your kids by planting flowers, herbs, or even vegetables in your backyard or on a sunny windowsill. To make it even more fun, let your kids decorate their own flower pots with our Flower Pot Kit! This kit includes everything they need to design and personalize their pots with bright colors and fun embellishments. Watching their own plants grow will give kids a sense of pride and excitement as they see their creations come to life!

2. Go on a Springtime Scavenger Hunt

Turn an afternoon walk into an exciting adventure with a nature scavenger hunt. Make a list of spring-themed treasures like budding flowers, buzzing bees, chirping birds, and raindrops on leaves. Give your kids a little basket or bag to collect small finds like pinecones, smooth stones, or fallen petals. This activity is a great way to encourage curiosity about the changing seasons while enjoying some fresh air together.

3. Get Crafty with Spring-Inspired Origami

Spring is all about new beginnings and vibrant colors, making it the perfect season for creative crafts. Our Deluxe Flower Origami Kit is an amazing way to introduce your kids to the art of origami while celebrating spring’s floral beauty. They’ll love folding and designing their own paper flowers, which can be used as decorations, gifts, or even a handmade bouquet for Mother’s Day. Origami also helps develop fine motor skills, patience, and creativity—all while having a blast!

4. Have a Picnic in the Park

Pack up some sandwiches, fruit, and refreshing drinks, and head to the park for a family picnic. Let your kids bring their favorite stuffed animals for an impromptu “teddy bear picnic” or organize simple outdoor games like frisbee, tag, or kite flying. This is a great way to soak up the sunshine, enjoy good food, and create lasting memories together.

5. Make a Rainy Day Art Project

April showers bring May flowers, but that doesn’t mean rainy days have to be boring! Set up a fun at-home art station where your kids can paint, draw, or craft their own spring masterpieces. Try making watercolor rainbows, fingerprint flowers, or sun catchers to brighten up your windows. Letting kids express their creativity is a wonderful way to celebrate the season, rain or shine.

Welcome Spring with Fun and Creativity!

As you say goodbye to winter and embrace the beauty of spring, these fun activities will help your kids feel connected to nature, inspired by creativity, and excited for the warmer months ahead. Whether they’re decorating flower pots, folding origami blooms, or simply enjoying a sunny day outdoors, the season is full of opportunities for fun and learning.

Shop our Flower Pot Kit and Deluxe Flower Origami Kit today to bring even more springtime joy to your family! Happy crafting and happy spring!