If you have a little one who’se reluctant to start school, try making a few of these sweet kindergarten-themed crafts together to help them feel more at ease.

Milk Carton School Bus

Photo Credit: Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas This adorable Milk Carton School Bus craft by Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas will make the “big yellow bus” seem much less scary. Materials:

1/2 gallon milk carton Yellow paint Paintbrush Construction paper, white and black Scissors Crayons and markers Glue stick Foam stickers 4 plastic bottle caps Hot glue gun

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Pool Noodle Chalk Pencil

Photo Credit: LalyMom How cute is this Pool Noodle Chalk Pencil from LalyMom? This craft is sure to make your kindergartner want to start school! Materials:

Pink pool noodle Serrated knife Yellow pool noodle Silver duct tape Jumbo sidewalk chalk

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Bean Letters

Photo Credit: Happiest Mom on the Blog Help your kids get a head-start learning the alphabet with this exciting and educational craft, courtesy of Happiest Mom on the Blog. Materials:

Construction paper Pencil White school glue Dry beans

Instructions: Looking for even more cute crafts for kindergarten? Try these 10 apple-themed crafts and activities.

 As an award-winning journalist, author, and artist, Kelly Sundstrom has a passion for helping  parents feel well-prepared, confident, and capable in the journey ahead. As an Attachment  Parenting advocate and homeschooling mother of two, Sundstrom has been a guest speaker on  Grassroots TV in Aspen, Colorado, and encourages families across the country to disconnect from  media and reconnect with each other.

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