Emojis have become a staple in digital communication, enhancing our interactions with an extra layer of emotional expression and injecting a bit of fun into our messages. According to the Adobe Future of Creativity: 2022 Australian Emoji Trend Report, more than half of Australians have increased their use of emojis, with almost all users (82%) sending up to 50 emojis daily in their texts or online messages.
With World Emoji Day upon us, it’s the perfect time to involve kids in the celebrations through engaging and creative craft activities. These activities not only promise loads of fun but also help children develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and allow children express their emotions in a unique and artistic way.
To make the most of World Emoji Day, we’ve curated 2 emoji-themed worksheets: one for creating personalised bookmarks and another for crafting beautiful gift boxes, featuring their favourite digital icons.
So, gather your supplies, download the templates, and let the Emoji Day crafting begin!
Emoji-themed Gift Boxes
With our Emoji-themed gift boxes worksheet, kids can easily assemble and decorate their gift boxes with various emoji faces, turning a simple craft into a personalised and meaningful gift. This worksheet is perfect for presenting small gifts to friends and family, adding a personal touch that’s sure to bring smiles to recipients.
Download the template below and follow the easy steps to create unique emoji gift boxes to store small treasures or as unique packaging for gifts.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Download and Print Templates: Start by downloading the emoji gift box templates. Print these templates on cardstock for a vibrant finish.
Cut Out the Templates: Carefully cut out the gift box templates along the solid lines to ensure the box assembles correctly.
Fold Along the Lines: Fold the templates along the dotted lines to create crisp folds. Make sure to fold the tabs and flaps correctly when assembling the box.
Decorate the Box: Before assembling, let the kids decorate the flat template. They can use crayons, coloured pencils, or markers to colour the emojis and even add patterns to personalise the gift box.
Assemble the Box: Use a glue stick to stick the tabs and carefully assemble the box, pressing the tabs to secure them in place. Hold for a few seconds to ensure the glue sets. Repeat this process for all sides of the box.
Fill and Close: Once the glue is dry and the box is assembled, kids can fill it with small gifts, candies, or notes. Close the box by folding down the flaps securely.
Optional Decorations: Encourage kids to add ribbons, pom-poms, or other decorative elements to their gift boxes. This adds a special finishing touch to their creations.
Emoji Bookmarks
Bookmarks are a practical and delightful craft for kids. Our fun and interactive worksheet will allow kids to express themselves through colourful emojis while fostering a love for reading. By personalising their bookmarks, kids can make reading even more enjoyable.
Download the template below and follow the easy steps to create unique emoji bookmarks that will delight young readers.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Download and Print Templates: Begin by downloading emoji bookmark templates featuring popular emojis like smiley faces and hearts. Print these on sturdy cardstock.
Cut Out the Templates: Using scissors, carefully cut out the bookmark shapes along the dotted lines. Ensure that the edges are smooth and neat.
Colour and Decorate: Allow the kids to colour the emojis using markers, crayons, or coloured pencils. They can get creative by adding their own designs, patterns, and colours.
Optional Decorations: For an extra touch of sparkle, kids can add glitter, stickers, or other decorative elements to their bookmarks.
