There’s something about the first day of school that sneaks up on me every year! If you’re soaking up the last days of summer while getting your kids excited for school, this Back-to-School House Craft is a sweet little project to do together. And stick around to the end – I’ve rounded up 30 of our favorite back-to-school books too.

Back-to-School House Printable Craft for Kids

I just love how this old-fashioned school house craft came out! The end product is super adorable and the kiddos had so much fun with this project.

Craft Supplies You’ll Need:

Before diving into this delightful craft project, gather the following supplies:

Paper
Glue
Scissors
Printable House Template (Available for free download below)

Instructions:

Download and Print: Begin by downloading the school house template and printing each page on its corresponding colored construction paper. This step adds a vibrant touch to the final craft.

Cut and Assemble: Carefully cut out the house pieces from the colored papers. Then, using a glue stick or white craft glue, start assembling the house following the steps below:

Begin by attaching the bushes, adding one to each side of the house.

Center the steps at the bottom of the house.

Add the roof pieces, steeple, window, and bell.

Glue the hinges to the back of the door before attaching it to your house.

Include the windows, window boxes, and school sign to complete the look.

Let the glue dry and your schoolhouse is complete!

Get Creative:

Feel free to get creative with your school house craft. You can skip the steeple and school sign to create a regular house. Additionally, customize the base color of the house to suit your child’s preferences.

Teacher Appreciation:

As parents, we can’t thank teachers enough for the dedication and hard work they put into shaping our children’s minds. This Back-to-School House Craft is also an excellent way to show your appreciation to your child’s new teacher. Encourage your little one to gift this adorable creation to their teacher as a gesture of gratitude. Teachers will undoubtedly cherish this thoughtful token of appreciation!