6. Egg Carton Crafts

Recycling and crafting go hand-in-hand with this fun and sustainable activity. Egg cartons can be turned into caterpillars, flowers, or even tiny creatures.

How to make it:
Cut apart an egg carton and paint each section. For example, paint several in green to make a caterpillar. Add googly eyes and pipe cleaners for antennae.

Why kids love it:
They enjoy turning something simple into imaginative characters.

Parent tip:
Encourage your kids to come up with stories about their egg carton creations—it helps boost storytelling skills.