Decorative Mailbox Cardboard Craft

If your child enjoys playing "house" or "kitchen," they are sure to enjoy mailing letters in their own mini mailbox. This Decorative Mailbox Cardboard Craft is simple to make, and your child can help put it together. You'll need two rectangular cardboard boxes and some blue paint. With some United States Post Office decals, this kids' craft idea looks almost real! You can also use these recycled crafts for kids for storing cards at a child's birthday party, especially one that has a town or city theme. 

Estimated CostUnder $10

Time to CompleteIn an evening

MaterialsPaint, Recycled Materials

Primary TechniquePainting

Project TypeMake a Project

Why You'll Love This Recycled Craft

1. Encourages Creativity: By making the Decorative Mailbox Cardboard Craft, your child can unleash their creativity by choosing the colors they want to paint it, adding stickers, or even decorating it with markers. This project allows them to express themselves and create something unique that they can use for imaginative play.

2. Promotes Fine Motor Skills: As your child helps put together the mailbox using the cardboard boxes, they are practicing their fine motor skills. Cutting, painting, and assembling the pieces all require precision and coordination, helping to strengthen their hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

3. Fosters Role-Playing and Social Skills: Having their own mini mailbox opens up a world of role-playing opportunities for your child. They can play pretend post office, mail letters to their toys or siblings, or even set up a mailbox system with friends. This craft project encourages social interaction, storytelling, and imaginative play, helping your child develop important social skills while having fun.