Parents play a vital role in kids’ lives. Without their hard work, we all wouldn’t have achieved anything. While everybody acknowledges a mother’s struggle in the modern day, society fails to acknowledge the struggles that a father faces.
For such heroic and selfless acts, there is a whole day designated just for them. On that day, the sons and daughters from all over the globe reserve their precious time just to celebrate it with their very own fathers.
So, to make this day special for your kid’s dad, here are some Father’s Day activities that your little ones can do to celebrate this occasion! 😍
Amazing Father’s Day Activities
Father’s Day Photo Frame
Want to surprise Dad with something extra special? Let’s make a fun and colorful Father’s Day photo frame! All you need are some craft sticks, red paint, foam letters spelling “DAD,” and sparkly decorations like sequins or stickers.
Start by painting the craft sticks in a bright red Dad’s favorite color! Once dry, help your child glue them together to form a square frame. Then, let their creativity shine by adding the foam letters and decorating the frame with shiny sequins or other embellishments.
Place a favorite photo inside, and you’ve got a thoughtful, handmade gift that Dad will treasure forever.
This activity not only boosts creativity but also helps kids practice fine motor skills while making something meaningful.
Father’s Day Rock Craft
Show Dad how much he means with a handmade keepsake that says it all! For this special Father’s Day craft, gather some smooth rocks, vibrant paints, markers, glue, and a piece of colorful paper.
Begin by letting your child select rocks to form a little character they’ll love bringing their rock person to life! Paint each rock with bright colors and add details like a tie or happy face. Once everything is dry, glue the rocks onto the paper to create a unique figure.
Complete the craft by writing a heartfelt message like “Dad, you rock!” underneath.
This activity not only creates a memorable gift but also helps kids develop fine motor skills, explore colors, and feel proud of their creation.
Handprint Father’s Day Craft
Celebrate Dad with a unique keepsake that’s just as fun to make as it is to give! For this activity, gather colored paper, child-safe paint, googly eyes, markers, and glue.
Start by tracing your child’s hand on paper to create the base of the craft. Once cut out, add fun details like a mustache, googly eyes, and a colorful bowtie to each handprint perfect for a Father’s Day card or decoration.
Your child will love choosing colors and creating each little face, adding a personal touch that Dad will cherish.
This craft not only makes for a heartwarming gift but also helps develop fine motor skills, color recognition, and creativity as kids add their own flair to each handprint.
Clothpin Super Hero Father’s Day Craft
Let Dad know he’s your hero with this colorful, easy-to-make superhero craft! Gather some clothespins, colored paper, markers, glue, and scissors for this fun project.
Begin by helping your child decorate the top of each clothespin with a smiling superhero face. Next, cut out a triangular “cape” from colored paper and write “Super Hero” on it perfect for celebrating Dad’s superpowers!
Attach the cape to the clothespin, and watch as each little hero comes to life with its own personality.
This activity is a great way to practice fine motor skills and encourages imaginative play as kids create their own super-Dad figure to give as a heartfelt gift.
Paper Plate Father’s Day Craft
Give Dad the recognition he deserves with a personalized “Best Dad” award! For this activity, you’ll need paper plates, paint, markers, and ribbons.
Begin by painting the paper plates in bright colors let your child pick Dad’s favorite shade. Once the paint is dry, help your little one add stars, hearts, and a special message like “Best Dad Award” using markers.
Finally, attach colorful ribbons to the bottom to create a medal-worthy craft that Dad can proudly display.
This activity is a wonderful way for children to express their love and appreciation while enhancing their fine motor skills and creativity.
Make Father’s Day Keychain
Let’s make a gift that Dad can keep close! Using colorful beads, alphabet beads, paper or foam for cutouts, key rings, and string, you and your child can create a one-of-a-kind keychain for Father’s Day.
Encourage your child to mix and match beads, adding letters to spell “DAD” or a special message. Cut out fun shapes like a tie, handprint, or shirt, and attach them as little charms.
Each bead and charm brings their love to life, resulting in a personal keepsake that Dad can carry wherever he goes.
This activity is a simple yet meaningful way to help little hands practice fine motor skills while creating something truly heartfelt for Dad.
Father’s Day Pom Pom Craft
Add a splash of color to Dad’s day with this playful pom-pom tie! All you need is a piece of paper, some colorful pom-poms, glue, and markers.
Begin by drawing or printing a simple outline of a tie on the paper. Let your child fill in the tie by gluing pom-poms inside the outline, creating a fun and textured design. They can choose their favorite colors to make it as bright and unique as they like!
This hands-on activity brings creativity and color together, giving your little one a chance to work on fine motor skills while making something special for Dad.
Father’s Day Lacing Card
Create a hands-on gift for Dad that’s both fun and great for little fingers! For this activity, cut out shapes like a tie and a shirt from sturdy cardboard or paper, and use a hole punch to create lacing holes around the edges.
Give your child some colorful yarn, and let them practice threading it through the holes. They can lace around the edges, adding their own unique touch to each shape.
This is a fantastic way for kids to work on their hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while making a special keepsake for Dad.
Encourage them to choose bright yarn colors and make it as creative as they like each stitch shows how much they care!
Father’s Day Tie Matching
Ready to help Dad get dressed for Father’s Day? This fun matching game lets kids practice their alphabet skills while dressing up dads with the perfect tie!
Start by giving your child a sheet with drawings of dads, each wearing a shirt with a different letter. Then, provide them with colorful paper ties, each labeled with a matching letter.
Ask your child to find the right tie for each dad by matching the letters it’s like a puzzle with a stylish twist!
This activity not only supports letter recognition but also adds a playful learning moment to Father’s Day celebrations.
Father’s Day Haircut Craft
How would you like to be Dad’s hairstylist for the day? This playful craft lets kids get creative by giving Dad a brand-new haircut!
All you need are some paper tubes, markers, googly eyes, and scissors. Begin by drawing a friendly face on each tube, adding googly eyes for a fun touch.
Then, cut vertical strips around the top of the tube to create “hair.” Let your child experiment with different styles by trimming and styling each strand, just like a real haircut!
This activity is fantastic for boosting fine motor skills and letting kids explore their creativity while having a blast playing pretend.
Tacky Tie for Father’s Day
Want to make Dad laugh with a colorful, one-of-a-kind tie? This tacky tie craft is perfect for little hands and big imaginations!
To start, cut out a large tie shape from sturdy paper and gather colorful tissue paper scraps. Let your child cover the tie by gluing on the small, bright pieces, making it as bold and tacky as possible.
They’ll love choosing colors and creating fun patterns that make Dad’s tie truly stand out!
This activity is a fantastic way to practice fine motor skills and celebrate creativity, all while crafting a gift that’s sure to bring a smile to Dad’s face.
Father’s Day Paper Badge
Give Dad a badge that shows he’s the best! This Father’s Day, help your child create a personalized paper badge that Dad can wear with pride.
Start by folding a piece of colored paper into a fan shape, then secure the ends to form a circle.
Add a special touch by gluing a photo of Dad and your child, or by writing a message like “Best Dad Ever” in the center. Finish off with ribbon tails to complete the look of a real award badge.
This craft is a wonderful way for kids to express their appreciation, and it gives Dad a keepsake he’ll cherish. Plus, it’s a fun activity that encourages fine motor skills and creativity!
Father’s Day Clay Medal
There’s no one quite like Dad, so why not show him he’s #1 with a handmade medal? This clay craft lets kids create a special keepsake that Dad can cherish forever.
Begin by rolling out a small piece of air-dry clay into a smooth circle. Let your child carve a heartfelt message like “Best Dad” onto the clay using a skewer or toothpick. Once it’s dry, they can paint it in Dad’s favorite color and add a ribbon to make it wearable.
Not only is this a fun and creative project, but it’s also a sweet way for kids to express their appreciation for everything Dad does. He’ll be proud to wear his new title around his neck!
Father’s Day Pen Stand
Every dad deserves a little extra style on his desk! This Father’s Day pen stand is a fun and functional way for kids to show their appreciation while also giving Dad a place to keep his favourite pens and pencils.
To make this special gift, start with an empty cup or paper roll. Help your child wrap it in brightly coloured paper, then cut out a bow tie and necktie from craft paper to add a dapper touch. Attach the ties to the front, and Dad’s pen stand is ready to impress!
This activity is a great opportunity for kids to get creative and make something useful that Dad can enjoy every day. He’ll be reminded of their love each time he reaches for a pen!
Father’s Day Tie Pattern Craft
Let’s make Dad a tie he’ll never forget! This tie pattern craft is all about adding a fun, personal twist to Dad’s wardrobe.
Start by cutting out tie shapes from sturdy paper. Then, encourage your child to decorate each tie with their favourite patterns, stripes, polka dots, zigzags, or whatever they think will make Dad smile!
Using markers or crayons, they can mix and match colours and designs, creating a unique collection of ties that reflect their creativity.
This simple craft helps kids explore patterns and colours while creating something special for Father’s Day. Each tie is a little work of art that shows Dad just how much he’s loved!
Connect the Dots by Counting
Surprise Dad with a little artwork made by connecting the dots! This activity is a fantastic way for kids to learn numbers and practice counting, all while creating a fun shirt design just for Father’s Day.
As your child follows the numbers with their pencil, they’ll start to see a familiar shape: a classic shirt, complete with pockets and buttons! This connect-the-dots page makes learning feel like a game and keeps little hands busy.
It’s an ideal activity to develop number recognition and fine motor skills in a playful, engaging way.
Dad will love the effort, and kids will feel proud of the special drawing they created all on their own!
Father’s Day Word Searching
Celebrate Dad with a fun and interactive word search! This puzzle is filled with words that describe everything that makes dads special, such as “hero,” “funny,” and “kind.”
Help your child look for each word from the list, hidden in all directions within the grid. As they search, they’ll strengthen their focus, build vocabulary, and enjoy the thrill of finding each word.
Perfect for a quiet, thoughtful activity, this word search brings both fun and learning to the table, giving kids a chance to think about what makes Dad truly unique.
Father’s Day, I Spy
A perfect way to celebrate Dad is with a game called “I Spy,” which is all about his favorite things! This activity sheet is packed with fun Father’s Day icons like hats, moustaches, ties, and trophies, waiting for little eyes to find and count.
Encourage your child to search for each item and tally up how many they can spot. As they go, they’ll practice counting and strengthen their observation skills all while exploring symbols that represent Dad.
It’s a playful, interactive way to spend some special time together, whether they’re working alongside Dad or surprising him with their results.
Father’s Day Coloring Page
Let’s make Dad feel like a champion with these heartwarming colouring pages! Each page is filled with big, bold letters and fun images, perfect for little artists to fill with colour and love.
Your child can start by colouring a trophy that says “#1 Dad” or a page that reads “Dad, You Are My World,” with plenty of space for creative expression. As they bring these pages to life with crayons or markers, they’ll be putting their appreciation on paper, one colour at a time.
It’s a simple yet meaningful way for kids to celebrate Dad while also practising their fine motor skills and exploring colours. Dad will love seeing their creativity, and these colourful pages are sure to bring a smile to his face!
Make a Paper Tie For Your Dad
Nothing says “I love you, Dad!” like a handmade tie decorated with a little creativity and a lot of heart. These colourful paper ties are the perfect Father’s Day surprise, and they’re so easy for little hands to make!
Start by cutting out tie shapes from colourful paper. Let your child decorate each tie with fun patterns, stickers, and a personalized message like “World’s Best Dad” or “Love You, Papa.”
Add some googly eyes and a playful mustache for a funny twist, and finish by attaching a ribbon so Dad can wear it around his neck!
This activity brings out creativity and fine motor skills, and Dad will adore wearing a tie that’s designed just for him. It’s a heartwarming way to celebrate Father’s Day with a craft that’s as unique as he is!
Father’s Day Card
Give Dad a card that’s truly made from the heart, complete with a handprint that makes this gift one-of-a-kind! This Father’s Day card uses your child’s handprint to create a dapper character with a hat, moustache, and bowtie, perfect for showing Dad just how special he is.
To make this card, start by tracing your child’s hand onto coloured paper and cutting it out. Add a fun hat, a cute bowtie, and a big moustache for a look that will make Dad smile. Let your little one finish the card with a colourful “Happy Father’s Day” message at the top.
This craft is a sweet way to create lasting memories while also helping kids practice tracing, cutting and glueing skills. Dad will love the personal touch of a handprint card that he can cherish forever!
Father’s Day Banner
Brighten up Father’s Day with a colorful shirt banner that celebrates Dad in style! This banner is a fun and easy craft that brings together creativity and a touch of personalization.
To create the banner, cut out small shirt shapes from different coloured paper. Have your child decorate each shirt with buttons, pockets, or patterns, then number them or add special messages like “#1 Dad” or “Best Dad Ever.” Use clothespins to clip each shirt onto a string, creating a festive garland that you can hang up for Dad to admire.
This activity is perfect for little ones who want to get creative and make something special. The banner adds a fun, handmade touch to your Father’s Day decorations, making Dad’s celebration even more memorable!
Conclusion
I, along with my little ones, tried all of these activities with their father throughout the years. And all of these activities proved to be an absolute memory maker for all of us. All of us enjoyed those moments to our fullest extent, and I really believe you will, too 😊.
I really hope you enjoyed reading the above list of activities that I have listed regarding Father’s Day.
Please leave a comment below if you want to add more activities to this list or have questions for me regarding the activities I mentioned – I would love to hear from you! ❤️
I’m a former teacher (and mother of Two Childs) with a background in child development. Here to help you with play-based learning activities for kids. ( Check my Next startup Cledemy.Com)