Water and toddlers can be messy but fun, especially when there are boat activities involved. Today we are sharing the top list of boat activities for toddlers.

A fun way to spend a hot summer day with your toddler can include exploring these boat activities.

Image shows various boat activities on a sea background from Kids Activities Blog.
So many fun boat activities to choose from!

Favorite Boat Activities for Toddlers

From sponge boats to paper boats, we have you covered. Classic summer activities with young children for sure include time with the water and boats. Keep scrolling to see more than a great way for young children and even older kids have a lot of fun. 

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Image shows a paper boat on a blue background from Kids Activities Blog
Little boats and big boats!

1. Simple Origami Paper Boats

If you’re looking for a simple origami paper boat craft for kids of all ages, check out this fun craft.

Image shows a paper boat with craft sticks from Kids Activities Blog.
Cute homemade boats.

2. Paper Boat Craft

Grab those popsicle sticks for a fun activity to make this paper boat craft.

Image shows a tub with water and sponges from Keeper Of Memories
A fun bath time activity!

3. Squeeze the Boat

The Keeper of Memories shares a sensory activity using three simple supplies of water, a sponge, and bowls.

Image shows children hands in blue jello with play boats from Busy Toddler
Perfect hands-on fun.

4. Messy Boats

Kids of all ages will enjoy this messy boat activity from Busy Toddler.

Image shows a paper boat made with a paper plate and coffee filter on a blue background from Glued to my Crafts
Another fun boat craft!

5. Paper Plate & Coffee Filter Boat

Little sailors will enjoy this craft from Glued To My Crafts using household materials.

Image shows boats made of pool noodes in a tub of blue water from Frogs and Snails and Puppy Tails
Save those pool noodles!

6. Pool Noodle Boats

Frog and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails tells you to grab those pool noodles and foam sheets so your little kid can enjoy this sensory bin. 

Image shows an ice cube with paper sails from Busy Toddler
Let those boats set sail!

7. Colorful Ice Boats

Bring out the kiddle pool so the ice cube boats from Busy Toddler can float. 

Image shows small boats made from ice cubs from Toddlers Approved
Cute ice boats!

8. Ice Boat Racing

Toddler Approved shares this super simple ice boat racing activity. 

Image shows a child's hand holding a foil boat in water from Messy Little Monster
So many different kinds of boats.

9. Foil Boat Experiment

Grab foil for your own DIY boat experiment by Messy Little Monster.

Image shows boats made from popsicle sticks from Honey I'm Home.
Colorful boats!

10. Floating Popsicle Stick Boat

All you need are craft sticks, straws, paper, and glue for this super simple boat craft from Honey I’m Home.

Image shows a paper boat on a white background from Mama of Five.
Cute little boats.

11. Papercraft Boat Template

If you’re looking for a pre-made boat template to set sail with, check out Mama of Five

Image shows two children playing in a kiddie pool from Happy Toddler Playtime
Another kiddie pool activity!

12. Sponge Boats Sensory Bin

Happy Toddler Playtime shows you how to take a kiddie pool and sponges to make a great sensory bin for your children. 

Image shows the book blue boat and a boat printed out on a piece of paper from Two Pink Peonies
Save those jar lids.

13. Blue Boat and Boat Craft

If you’re looking for an educational project idea to use with your preschooler, check out this one by Two Pink Peonies.

Image shows an apple and paper made into a boat from Little Bins Little Hands
Apples can make fun boats, too!

14. Apple STEM activity

Little Bin Little Hands shows how to take apple slices, toothpicks and paper to make a unique boat to set sail. 

More Boat Activities for Toddlers from Kids Activities Blog

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Which boat activity did your toddler enjoy?



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