R and L Creative Activities

Fun Olympic Crafts for Kids!

1. Paper Plate Olympic Rings

Skills: Fine motor, color recognition
Supplies: Paper plate, paint, cotton swabs (See Links)

How to:

  1. Using cotton swabs or paintbrushes, have kids paint the five Olympic rings on a paper plate.
  2. Encourage them to experiment with color and placement.
  3. Write “Winter Olympics 2026” in the center for a fun finishing touch.

Tip: Use dot painting for younger kids—it’s easier to manage and still looks amazing!

2. DIY Flag Mittens

Skills: Creativity, cultural awareness
Supplies: Mitten cutouts, markers, stickers (See Links)

How to:

  1. Let kids decorate paper mittens with their favorite country’s flag—or create their own festive designs.
  2. Add stickers or embellishments to make each mitten unique.

Tip: This is a great opportunity to talk about different countries participating in the Olympics!

3. Toilet Paper Roll Skiers

Skills: Cutting, imaginative play
Supplies: Toilet paper rolls, paper scraps, glue, craft sticks, markers (See Links)

How to:

  1. Decorate the toilet paper rolls as skiers.
  2. Glue craft sticks to the bottom to act as skis.
  3. Add scarves, hats, or helmets from paper scraps.

Tip: Display the finished skiers on a “ski slope” made from blue or white paper for extra fun!

4. Cotton Ball Snowboard Art

Skills: Sensory, painting
Supplies: Blue paper, cotton balls, white paint, glue (See Links)

How to:

  1. Dip cotton balls in white paint to stamp “snow” onto the blue paper.
  2. Add a paper snowboarder sliding down the hill.
  3. Let kids explore layering snow and creating their winter scene.

Tip: This is messy, but that’s part of the fun! Lay down newspaper or a mat to protect your surfaces.

5. Olympic Medal Necklaces

Skills: Fine motor, pride & confidence
Supplies: Cardboard circles, foil, markers, yarn (See Links)

How to:

  1. Cover cardboard circles with foil to create “gold medals.”
  2. Decorate with markers—add stars, numbers, or even the Olympic rings.
  3. String onto yarn to create necklaces.

Tip: Award every child a medal to celebrate creativity and participation!

✅ Extra Tips for Winter Olympics Craft Day

  • Rotate kids through craft → game → snack for smooth transitions.
  • Take photos of finished crafts for a mini “Olympic gallery.”
  • Add a small medal ceremony at the end—it makes the day extra special.