There are two types of parents. The type that drops their kids off at school with perfectly clean clothes and the latest trending Pinterest hairstyle, and everyone else. The rest of us deliver our kids to school wearing crumbs from the muffin they ate in the car and a couple of messy pigtails.
And no shame. If you want to up your kids’ hairstyle game, it’s easier than you think. These braided hairstyles for kids are super simple. See for yourself.
This Simple Five-Strand Braid Is Easier Than It Looks
Add a Ribbon for Flair
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A Braided Hairstyle for Kids With Short Hair
Easy Pull-Through Braids for Toddlers
Fun Twisty Pigtails
A Unique Spin on the Classic Ponytail
Easy Braids With Beads
Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend
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The Easiest-Ever Waterfall Braid
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A Built-In Headband
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Simple Criss-Cross Braids
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A Diamond Hairstyle That’s Deceptively Easy
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A Waterfall Hairstyle Anyone Can Do
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A Fishtail Braid in Way Less Time
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Dutch Braids Are Like French Braids, Only Backward
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Braids Into an Updo? Yes, Please!
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This One Looks Like Something Straight Out of ‘The Sound of Music’
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Gorgeous Twisted Braids That Last for Days
Easy Braids Into Buns, Perfect for Fine Hair
Criss-Cross French Pigtails for Toddlers — Bows Optional
This One’s Giving Us Elsa Vibes
And Another Elsa-Esque Option That’s Even Faster
Rainbow Hair Ties Are a Must for This Braided Hairstyle
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Braids Like These Take Time, but the Results Are Worth It
French Braids Can Work on Short Hair, Too