Enjoy these Sun Activities for Preschoolers this Summer break. Here is a collection of preschool sun crafts, science, fine motor and sensory activities for kids to try. Use them as part of a Summer, weather or outer space theme in your classroom.
Disclosure: Adult supervision is required for all activities at all times.
The Summer break can be tough on parents who aren’t used to having their kids home every day. If you’re trying to get ready for this Summer, then start with these Summer activities for kids. Or invest in the Summer Activity Pack, which is filled with educational ideas for young kids.
Sun Activities for Preschoolers
1. Paper Plate Sun Craft
Looking for a fun summer craft for the kids? This sun paper plate craft is a great way to explore art and creative expression!
2. Sun Sensory Bin
A sun sensory bin is a great way to bring the rays of sunshine indoors and give little hands something to explore.
3. Black Glue Sun Art
Create fun and unique art with black glue and a sun shape! This is a fun way to spend time with your kids on a sunny day.
4. Sun Scissor Skills Activity
This sun scissor skills activity will help your preschooler practice their fine motor skills while having fun! Perfect for toddlers and young children to try during a weather or summer preschool theme.
5. Paper Sun Art
Create beautiful paper sun art with your kids! This simple craft is a fantastic way to cut and paste small pieces of sun shine together. Perfect to do at home or in your preschool classroom.
6. Sun Threading Activity
Sun threading is the perfect addition to any sun theme in your class! With colorful beads and a paper plate and yellow paint, children can create beautiful and creative designs that are sure to spark their imaginations.
7. Sun Smudge Art
Bring the sun indoors with some fun crafts! Learn how to smudge the sun’s rays to create a beautiful art work that is easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy making.
8. Sun Q-tip Painting
Celebrate the summer solstice with fun sun crafts! Learn how to make beautiful q-tip paintings of the sun with paper, paint and cotton buds.
9. Sun Handprint Card
I love handprint crafts, because they’re an excellent opportunity for parents and teachers to create simple projects with children. Learn how to make a handprint sun craft that will be treasured for years to come! parents will love having this sunshine card come home to them.
10. Pasta Sun Art for Kids
Let your little ones explore their creativity with this fun and easy pasta sun art project! These sun activities for preschoolers, this is a great way to brighten up the day.
Summer Activity Pack
Educational printables for preschoolers and kindergarteners for this Summer.
11. Doily Sun Craft
There are so many different ways to make simple sun crafts that your kids will absolutely love, just like this doily sun craft. It’s a fun way to make your summer a little brighter.
Photo: Crafts on Sea
12. Playdough Sun
A fun, educational fine motor activity for kids! Make creative playdough suns with yellow feathers or craft sticks and playdough. Perfect for the summer season!
Photo: My Bored Toddler
13. Fizzy Sun Sensory Bin
Introduce your little explorer to space exploration with this exciting STEM activity! A fizzy sun sensory bin is perfect for exploring the wonders of outer space with a hands-on, creative experience.
Photo: Happy Toddler Playtime
14. How Planets Orbit the Sun
Explore the mysteries of space with some fun activities and science experiments. With just a few simple materials you can show your kids how planets orbit the sun. Perfect for a sun or space theme in your preschool classroom.
If you have some aspiring astronauts in your class, take a look at these 18 Space Activities for Kids, to help you encourage their learning.
Photo: Gift of Curiosity
15. What Melts in the Sun
Explore what melts in the sun with both younger and older kids. Kids of all ages will have so much fun with this easy science activity.
Photo: Frugal Fun 4 Boys and Girls
16. Relative Size of the Sun Activity
This educational activity for older children explores the relative size of the sun compared to other planets in our solar system. Use this activity as a way to learn more about our place in the universe.
Photo: Research Parent
17. DIY Solar Oven
Make the most of your summer break with a fun and educational DIY solar oven project! Learn how to harness the power of solar energy with this easy-to-follow science experiment.
Photo: The Craft Train
18. Sunscreen Painting
Create art using the sun’s UV light! Learn how to use sunscreen as a medium and make beautiful pieces of art with the power of the sun.
Sunscreen painting is a fantastic way to teach kids about sun safety and why it’s so important to wear sunscreen, especially when you spend a lot of time outdoors.
Photo: Team Cartwright
19. Sun Sensory Bottle
This sun sensory bottle is a fun and creative way to explore the different seasons and learn about sun themed activities. Great for calm down corners in your preschool classroom.
Photo: Creative Family Fun
20. Sunshine Sun Catcher
Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind sunshine suncatcher with contact paper and orange tissue paper. Brighten your home with the stunning colors of sunshine!
Photo: Nurture Store
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