Creative Counting the Omer Craft Idea for Kids | An engaging way to bring meaning and routine to the days of the Omer

Counting the Omer can be a powerful and educational part of each evening for your kids—but it’s easy to forget or lose track of the days. Here's a simple counting the Omer craft idea to give your kids a hands-on visual to follow along with each night.

It’s preschool-friendly, lightweight enough to hang up or move around the house, and easy to personalize with your child’s name or favorite colors.

What You’ll Need:

• A large sheet of cardstock or poster board

• 49 small stickers, Velcro dots, or buttons

• Glue or adhesive dots

• Markers, washi tape, or decorative items

• A ruler (optional)

• Number stickers or a pen for labeling days 1–49

• Optional: Laminator or page protector for durability

  
  

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Set up your board: Create a 7x7 grid—one row for each week of the Omer. You can draw the lines with a ruler or use strips of washi tape to divide the sections.

2. Label each square: Inside each box, write or place a number from 1 to 49. You can also color-code the weeks if you’d like (ex: Week 1 = blue, Week 2 = green, etc.).

3. Decorate together: Let your child decorate the board with markers, stickers, or a theme that’s meaningful—like hearts, stars or mitzvah symbols.

4. Add your counting elements:

You can use:

• Velcro dots and small felt shapes

• Tiny numbered stickers they can peel and place

• Buttons that your child glues down one per day

• Mini clothespins with numbers on a string

  

How It Works:

Every night after counting the Omer, your child adds a sticker or item to mark the day. This makes the mitzvah feel exciting and builds anticipation as Shavuos gets closer.

Tip: Keep the board in a central spot, like the fridge or your child’s bedroom wall, with a pen or stickers ready so it’s easy to remember.

This counting the Omer craft idea is perfect for preschoolers, homeschoolers, or just as a nightly family tradition. It’s simple, fun, and meaningful—just the way crafts should be.