Maryland Crafts for Kids

The state is also home to lots of different kinds of wildlife, as well as many historical sites, including some that played a key role in the U.S. Civil War. In short, there is a LOT to learn about the state of Maryland and these hands-on Maryland crafts for kids are a fun way to do it!

We’re working on crafting about the USA and now we’re on to the state of Maryland! Maryland is one of the states on the eastern U.S. seaboard, so it lies on the Atlantic Ocean. But there’s more to Maryland than the coast.

Give these crafts a try when you’re teaching your children about the state of Maryland. And if you enjoy them, be sure to check out some of my other geography ideas, such as my road trip activity sheets!

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You'll love this list of Maryland Crafts for Kids! Perfect for creativity and art skills!

A paper plate crafted to look like a baseball, with white tissue paper covering the surface and red paper strips forming stitches. The background is a green surface with white star-like patterns. The text GluedToMyCraftsBlog.com is at the bottom.

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Paper Plate Baseball Craft

If you have any little Baltimore Orioles fans in your family, they’ll love this easy Paper Plate Baseball Craft!

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Three boys smile in front of a Civil War reenactment scene with a soldier and a cannon. A banner reads, The Unrivaled Guide to Hands-on American Civil War History for Kids. The authors name, Tina Robertson, appears at the bottom.

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Civil War-themed Crafts

One of the most decisive battles of the Civil War was fought at Antietam in Maryland. This huge list of Hands-On Civil War Activities features plenty of Civil War-themed crafts!

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Cardboard tubes and a flat piece create a simple bridge model. The text reads, How to Build a Bridge and a challenge to build your own.

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Challenge and Discover: Build a Bridge

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which is located in Maryland, is one of the longest bridges in the country. This Build a Bridge STEM Activity is a cool way to introduce STEM building concepts to children!

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A craft turtle made from a green painted paper plate and construction paper, with googly eyes, is displayed on a patch of moss with small rocks around it.

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DIY Turtle Paper Plate

Know what the state animal of Maryland is? A kind of turtle called the terrapin. Make this cute DIY Turtle Paper Plate Craft with the kids!

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Two playdough mats labeled Aa and Bb with green playdough on a wooden surface. Theres a container of playdough nearby. Text reads Forest ABC Playdough Mats.

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Forest Playdough Alphabet Mats

Maryland is covered with acres and acres of forests, where plenty of woodland animals live. These printable Forest Alphabet Playdough Mats are fun for preschoolers who are learning the alphabet and working on fine motor skills!

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A cute crab craft made from a red toilet paper roll with googly eyes and a smile. It has red paper claws and legs. The background is a green floral pattern with a blue sea-themed surface.

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Paper Roll Crab Craft

Eastern Maryland is known for its blue crabs. In fact, Maryland crab restaurants often serve boiled crabs with a wooden mallet for cracking the shells! This adorable Paper Roll Crab Craft is a cute way for kids to make their own crustacean!

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Do you have any craft ideas based on the geography or history of Maryland? If I missed some great ones, share them in the comments!