12 Cow Crafts For Kids

These adorable cow crafts for kids are a great way for kids to learn more about these interesting farm animals.

From paper plate cows to cow crafts made from old-newspaper these cow craft ideas are fun for kids of all ages.

Cow Crafts For Kids

Are your little ones obsessed with all things farm animals? If cows hold a special spot in their hearts, then this post is for you!

We’ve rounded up 12 fun and creative cow crafts that are perfect for kids of all ages.

These simple and engaging cow crafts not only spark imagination but also provide a hands-on way to learn about these gentle barnyard animals.

Whether you’re planning an afternoon of crafting, a farm-themed birthday party, or an educational activity about animals, these cow-inspired craft ideas are sure to be a hit with young crafters.

10 Fun Facts About Cows

did you know that …

Cows Have Best Friends – Cows can make special friends in their herd, and they feel happier when they’re with their favorite buddies!
Cows Have Super Smell – A cow’s nose is so good at sniffing, they can smell things up to 6 miles away!
Cows Chew a Lot – Cows spend about 8 hours every day chewing their food. That’s like chewing gum all day long!
Cows Have Four Stomachs – Cows have four stomach compartments to help them digest grass and other plants.
Cows Moo in Different Ways – Just like people have different accents, cows moo differently depending on where they live.
Cows Can See Almost All Around Them – Cows’ eyes are on the sides of their heads, so they can see nearly 360 degrees. This helps them watch for danger!
Cows Love to Relax – Cows spend about 10 to 12 hours lying down every day. They really enjoy their chill time!
Cows Are Great Swimmers – Believe it or not, cows can swim! They’re good at crossing rivers or lakes if they need to.
Baby Cows Are Called Calves – When a cow has a baby, it’s called a calf. Calves drink their mom’s milk and can run around just a few hours after being born.
Cows Are Really Social – Cows live in groups called herds, and they don’t like being alone. They love being with their herd friends!

More Animal Crafts

12 Cute Cow Crafts For Kids

Newspaper Cow Craft

Head to this post to get the free printable template you’ll need to make this craft.

Handprint Cow Craft

Visit this post from Mommy Made That to see how this cute cow craft is made.

Paper Plate Animal Craft

Go to this post from Easy Peasy and Fun to see how this paper plate cow craft comes together.

Toilet Paper Roll Animal Craft

Head to this post from Meaningful Mama to see how this paper tube cow craft is made.

3D Paper Cow Craft

Visit this post from Arty Crafty Kids to see how this cute cow craft is made.

Popsicle Stick Cow Craft

Head to this post from Pjs and Paint to see how this cow craft is made.

Paper Bag Cow Puppet

Go to this post from Mom’s and Crafters for all the information you’ll need to make these adorable cow crafts.

Foam Cup Cow Craft

Visit this post from Kids Activities Blog to see how you can make this foam cup cow craft.

Paper Collage Cow Craft

Head to this post from Simple Mom Project to get the free printable you’ll need to make this easy cow craft.

Paper Cow Craft

Visit this post from I Heart Crafty things to get the free template you’ll need to make these cow crafts with kids.

Cow Handprint Art

Go to this post from Craftulate to get more information about this cow handprint art idea.

Footprint Cow Puppet

Head to this post from Fun Handprint Art to see how this cow craft comes together.

Books We Love

At This Tiny Blue House, we absolutely love reading and are always on the lookout for books that pair perfectly with the screen-free activities we share.

If your kids are as fascinated by cows as we are, we’ve put together a collection of our favorite cow-themed books to go along with the fun and creative cow crafts we’ve featured above.

These engaging stories are sure to spark their imagination and make their crafting time even more exciting!

cow themed books that pair well with cow crafts for kids

Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type – In this humorous tale by Doreen Cronin, Farmer Brown’s cows discover a typewriter and start making demands, leading to a comical standoff on the farm.
Minnie and Moo Go to the Moon – Denys Cazet’s story follows two adventurous cows, Minnie and Moo, who mistakenly believe they’ve traveled to the moon after taking a joyride on the farmer’s tractor.
The Cow Who Clucked – Written by Denise Fleming, this charming book tells the story of a cow who loses her ‘moo’ and embarks on a journey to find it, meeting various farm animals along the way.
The Cows Go Moo! – Jim Petipas presents a rhyming adventure where a herd of musical cows travel the world, spreading joy through their catchy tunes; the book includes a free song download for an interactive experience.
I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home – Kathryn Cristaldi’s heartwarming, rhyming story expresses enduring love through whimsical scenarios, including cows returning home, making it a delightful read for young children.
Giggle, Giggle, Quack – In this sequel to ‘Click, Clack, Moo’ by Doreen Cronin, Farmer Brown’s brother is left in charge, but the clever farm animals, led by Duck, have plans of their own, resulting in humorous farmyard antics.