Last Updated on November 13, 2025 by Masha Eretnova
Get ready to dive into winter fun with these 20 snow-themed crafts and activities perfect for kids of any age(and parents with any art skills level)
From creating fluffy indoor snow to exciting sensory bins and hands-on science experiments, this collection brings the magic of snow inside and sparks creativity, exploration, and learning for little ones during the holiday season.
3-Ingredient Indoor Snow

Create fluffy, indoor snow with just three simple ingredients for sensory play that kids will love.
Get the steps: 3-Ingredient Indoor Snow
Snowflake Drawing

Simple cartoon-style snowflake you can draw and color with you kids at home or in a classroom.
Get the steps: Snowflake drawing
Felt Melting Snowman Craft

The felt melting snowman craft teaches kids about temperature changes through interactive play.
Get the steps: Felt Melting Snowman Craft
Winter Snow Storm in a Jar Science

Make a mesmerizing winter snowstorm in a jar to explore weather science with hands-on fun.
Get the steps: Winter Snow Storm in a Jar Science
Painting on Snow Winter Sensory Activity

Kids can combine art and sensory play by painting on snow for a creative winter experience.
Get the steps: Painting on Snow Winter Sensory Activity
Snow Dough Recipe

This soft, moldable snow dough recipe provides a fun, tactile activity that mimics real snow.
Get the steps: Snow Dough Recipe
Rainbow Ice Experiment

Explore color mixing and freezing with rainbow ice experiments that add bright fun to winter play.
Get the steps: Rainbow Ice Experiment
How to Make Winter Snow Paint Using 3 Ingredients

Make winter snow paint using just three ingredients for a messy and magical painting project.
Get the steps: How to Make Winter Snow Paint Using 3 Ingredients
2-Ingredient Fake Snow

Two simple ingredients create realistic fake snow perfect for sensory bins and imaginative play.
Get the steps: 2-Ingredient Fake Snow
Painting on Snow

Painting on freshly fallen snow turns the outdoors into a colorful winter canvas for kids.
Get the steps: Painting on Snow
Snow Globe Paper Craft

Craft sparkling paper snow globes that capture the magic of winter in a fun, hands-on project.
Get the steps: Snow Globe Paper Craft
Snow Slime (7 Variations)

Combine science and sensory fun by making snow slime that’s stretchy, squishy, and wintery.
Get the steps: How to Make Snow Slime Recipe
Snow Volcano Winter Science Activities for Preschoolers

Create erupting snow volcanoes to teach preschoolers about reactions with a chilly twist.
Get the steps: Snow Volcano Winter Science Activities for Preschoolers
Kids Snow Hunt Sensory Exploration

Encourage exploration with a kids’ snow hunt that combines sensory play and outdoor adventure.
Get the steps: Kids Snow Hunt Sensory Exploration
Arctic Small World Sensory Play

Build an arctic small world sensory play scene for imaginative winter-themed storytelling.
Get the steps: Arctic Small World Sensory Play
Snow Dough Science

Snow dough science blends tactile play with learning to engage kids in snowy experiments.
Get the steps: Snow Dough Science
Snowflake Soup Sensory Bin

Snowflake soup combines sensory bins with themed toys to create a cozy and creative activity.
Get the steps: Snowflake Soup Sensory Bin
Spy Winter Wonderland Sensory Bag

This spy winter wonderland sensory bag hides surprises for kids to find while exploring textures.
Get the steps: Spy Winter Wonderland Sensory Bag
How to Make a Snow Sensory Bin for Preschoolers

Create a snow sensory bin filled with textures and props to bring winter magic indoors for preschoolers.
Get the steps: How to Make a Snow Sensory Bin for Preschoolers
Melting Snowman Oobleck

Make melting snowman oobleck for a slimy, science-packed sensory activity with a festive twist.
Get the steps: Melting Snowman Oobleck
Melted Snowman Sensory Bag

This melted snowman sensory bag combines tactile fun with a seasonal theme perfect for little hands.
Get the steps: Melted Snowman Sensory Bag
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Masha Eretnova, born in 1991, is a Buenos Aires-based certified teacher, artist, and member of the Professional Artist Association with 20+ years of personal painting journey.
She started painting and drawing very early and is now an international abstract artist and educator passionate about acrylic painting, gouache, and crafts.
Her works are part of international exhibitions and contests, including ArtlyMix (Brazil), Al-Tiba 9 (Spain), Exhibizone (Canada), Italy, and many more.
Besides her artistic pursuits, Masha holds a post-grad diploma in Teaching Film Photography and 2 music school diplomas: piano and opera singing.