Rainbows are pure magic. They light up the sky after a rainy day, symbolize good luck, and, let’s be honest—kids are obsessed with them. Whether you're celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, welcoming spring, or just looking for a fun way to keep little hands busy, rainbow crafts are a perfect go-to.
Even better? These crafts encourage creativity, fine motor skills, and STEM learning. Plus, they’re bright, colorful, and just plain fun! Ready to get crafty? Let’s dive into five exciting rainbow-themed projects that kids of all ages will love!
1. Jumbo Rainbow Block Build: Think Big, Build Bigger!
Let’s start with something BIG—a giant rainbow build using jumbo building blocks like Biggo Blocks.
How to Build It:
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Gather extra large building blocks in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
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Stack them into an arch shape, creating a massive, life-sized rainbow.
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Challenge kids to balance and structure their build, making it both fun and educational.
Why It’s Awesome:
STEM Learning: This activity teaches engineering, problem-solving, and spatial awareness.
Color Recognition: Great for toddlers learning colors.
Teamwork: Perfect for classrooms, playdates, or family fun.
Want to make it extra fun? Add a pot of gold at the end using yellow (gold) jumbo blocks!
2. DIY Rainbow Suncatcher: A Colorful Window Display
Want to bring some sunshine indoors? This craft turns sunlight into a rainbow masterpiece!
What You Need:
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Clear contact paper
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Tissue paper in rainbow colors
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Scissors
How to Make It:
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Cut the contact paper into a rainbow arch shape.
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Tear small pieces of tissue paper and stick them onto the sticky side in rainbow order.
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Cover with another sheet of contact paper and press firmly.
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Tape it to a sunny window and watch it glow!
Why It’s Awesome:
Teaches kids about color blending and light refraction.
Develops fine motor skills with cutting and tearing.
Brightens up any room with happy rainbow colors!
3. Rainbow Watercolor Art: A Splash of Creativity
Watercolor painting + a little science = endless fun!
What You Need:
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Watercolor paints
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Thick paper
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Salt (optional for texture effect)
How to Make It:
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Let kids paint a rainbow using watercolor paints.
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While the paint is still wet, sprinkle a little salt on top.
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Watch as the salt absorbs the color, creating a cool texture effect!
Why It’s Awesome:
Encourages artistic expression.
Fun way to experiment with textures.
Messy—but in a good way!
4. Pipe Cleaner Rainbow Bracelets: Wearable Art
Let’s make something kids can wear! These rainbow bracelets are a great way to practice fine motor skills while making a stylish accessory.
What You Need:
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Pipe cleaners in rainbow colors
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Beads (optional for extra fun!)
How to Make It:
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Twist six pipe cleaners together to form a rainbow band.
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Wrap the band around a wrist and twist the ends to secure.
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Add beads or charms for extra sparkle!
Why It’s Awesome:
Great for improving hand-eye coordination.
Encourages creative self-expression.
A cute DIY gift idea!
5. Rainbow Treasure Hunt: Find the Gold!
Let’s turn playtime into an adventure! Kids love scavenger hunts, and this rainbow-themed version is a guaranteed hit.
How to Set It Up:
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Hide small objects in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple around the house or yard.
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Give kids a checklist of colors to find.
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The final prize? A "pot of gold" filled with gold-wrapped chocolate coins or yellow Biggo Blocks!
Why It’s Awesome:
Gets kids moving (great for active play!).
Teaches color recognition in a hands-on way.
Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day fun!
Unleash Your Inner Artist!
With these 5 rainbow crafts, your little builders and artists will have endless hours of creative fun. Whether stacking jumbo blocks, painting with watercolors, or hunting for treasure, these activities bring color, learning, and joy into your home.
So grab your extra large building blocks from Biggo Blocks, some art supplies, and let’s create something amazing together!
Which craft will you try first? Share your rainbow masterpieces with us!
