7 DIY kits for kids of all ages on Amazon

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If you have kids at home this summer and you need help keeping them entertained, we've got you covered.
Arts and crafts projects are a fun way to let kids explore their creativity and keep them occupied for hours as they create.
We rounded up 7 picks below. Plus, they're all available for easy purchase on Amazon.

School's out for summer. While this may be one of the most exciting seasons for kids, who get to revel in the time off from school, it can be stressful for parents to have kids home 24/7, especially those who still are working from home. To keep the stress low this summer, stock up on some fun activities to keep kids busy and entertained. May we suggest crafts?

Arts and crafts projects are a fun way to keep kids occupied, let them express themselves creatively, and actually create something that's totally their own, to keep and maybe even use in the future. Luckily, Amazon has plenty of ready-made DIY craft kits that make it easy to get creative and crafty with minimal planning. All you have to do is click purchase. Keep scrolling to see our picks below. Don't worry we made sure to pick options with minimal mess.

A slime-making kit

Discovery DIY Slime Kit, $18

In the social media age, slime has blown up. Safe to say, people are obsessed. Instead of just buying slime for your kids to play with, how about a kit that lets them design and create their very own slime masterpiece.

A hand puppet-making kit

WATINC 6Pcs Hand Puppet Making Kit — Amazon

Watinc Hand Puppet-Making Kit, $13

Give little kids the opportunity to create something and work on their storytelling skills with this kit. They can make their own puppets and whip up a fun story with them later.

A sand art-making kit

Made By Me Create Your Own Sand Art by Horizon Group Usa — Amazon

Made By Me Create Your Own Sand Art, $15

There's something so soothing about creating sand art. Kids will have a blast layering the bright colors into their very own designs.

A bracelet-making kit

Rainbow Loom Bracelet Craft Kit, $14

The Rainbow Loom makes it easy to create colorful rubber bracelets. They'll love sharing their custom creations with friends and family.

A shrinky dinks set

Shrinky Dinks Creative Pack, 25 Sheets Crystal Clear — Amazon

Shrinky Dinks Creative Pack, $14

Give little artists the chance to turn their craziest creations into one-of-a-kind trinkets with shrinky dinks. All they have to do is draw a design on the included clear sheet, cut it out (or have an adult do so if they're too young), then throw them in the oven and watch them shrink and turn into 3D pieces they can use as keychains, charms, jewelry, and more.

A terrarium kit

Creativity for Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium Kit for Kids — Amazon

Grow 'N Glow Terrarium Kit, $12

Creating their own terrarium is a fun and educational activity for kids. The set has everything kids need to create their own ecosystem — it even has some glow-in-the-dark stickers that'll light up the jar at night.

A DIY bird house kit

Oceanblues DIY Bird House Kit, $15

This bird house comes ready to be assembled, all you need is glue. Once put together, let kids go wild with the paint and flower stickers. They'll love getting to see their colorful creation hanging up outside.

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