These Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas Will Put A Smile On Dad’s Face

Ages: 9+

Use wrapping paper, newspapers, and more to create the little scrolls that make up this frame. You can color-coordinate for a particular aesthetic or go wild and see what happens. Regardless, this frame is a great gift for dad that will be even better when filled with a picture of him and his kiddos.

Ages: 2 to 6

Picking out special rocks is an activity that kids of all ages love. Find the perfect rock for dad, then decorate with finger paint. Some little ones will want to get their hands dirty, while others work better with paintbrushes. Once the paint dries, use a permanent marker to write "My Dad Rocks!"

Ages: 2 to 9

Collages are always a fun way to celebrate a special day. You can use just photos of dad and the kids or get creative by working with a theme, like Dad's Favorite Things. You can laminate them to make sure they last a long time.

Ages: 9 to 16

For a dad who needs a break during the workday, this desk game will provide endless entertainment. It's made from office supplies and other small pieces you can easily find around the house. Not only is this a cool gift, but it'll teach the kids about how catapults work.

Ages: 6 to 9

All you need is some card stock or a folder, a pair of scissors, and duct tape to make one of these fun, unique creations. The kids will feel so accomplished and inspired when they're through with this project. It's also a quick gift that can get done in less than an hour, so if you need more, they're easy to put together.

Ages: 2 to 9

Wood slices are easy to find at any arts and crafts store. Small rounds can be used to make key chains or ornaments, while larger ones can make for a beautiful plaque. Let them be the kids' canvases as they make works of art that will put a smile on dad's face.

Ages: 3 to 8

This cool craft also has a fun science element to it. Create a juice that serves as ink for your top-secret message. Then rub the bulb of a flower over the message. The ink will appear a totally different color and allow your message to be seen. For Father's Day, let dad watch the kids do the second part for extra fun.

Ages: 2 to 9

Get creative when it comes to picking an item to help weigh down your Mason jar. Buttons, marbles, rocks, and coins are all fun things you can find around the house. Then add your favorite picture of dad and the kids.

Ages: 3 to 8

Heat up some cool rocks before decorating them just for dad! Melted crayon crafts are really popular with kids who enjoy watching the vibrant wax flow. The finished rocks can be a nice paperweight or desk decor for dad.

Ages: 2 to 8

Shrink-form paper is available at any craft store. Trace your children's hand on the paper. You can repeat as many times as necessary, so this is great if you're making gifts for multiple people. It's also a good one if you're working with lots of kids, since it's quick and easy. Make it even artsier by letting kids decorate the handprints.

Ages: 3 to 9

Load up on dad's favorite snacks and stick them in decorative jars. Then let the kids decorate the lids with special messages for dad. He can reuse the jar for whatever trinkets he's got once the snacks are gone.

Ages: 2 to 9

This is a great gift for a dad who loves sports or coaches the local team. You can get a brand-new softball or get a weathered one at a local thrift store. Decorate with permanent markers and let the kids show dad how much they love the game and him.

Ages: 3 to 9

Have a dad who loves to spend time on the green? Make him a gift that'll have him thinking of the kids at tee-time. You can paint them or draw on them with permanent markers to make each one a unique work of art.

Ages: 3 to 16

This craft is a great way to upcycle plastic eggs used to decorate for Easter and spring. Find some pebbles to weigh the rocks down. Then decorate the outside. You can make them look like eggs or like little egg-shaped family members.

Ages: 2 to 4

This is a really nice, simple craft for toddlers who are just making things on their own for the first time. Little hands can easily trace letters and dip pom-poms in glue before sticking them to paper. No matter how it comes out, dad will love it.