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9 Creative & Easy Art Projects for Kids with Recycled Materials to Try at Home

Looking for affordable, eco-friendly ways to keep kids creative? Explore these 9 easy and fun art projects using recycled materials like cardboard, paper, and old magazines! From paper mosaics and cardboard weaving to artist-inspired monochromatic sculptures, these projects promote creative exploration while teaching sustainability.

17 Engaging Nature Art Activities for Kids: Springtime Outdoors Play with Nature

17 Engaging Nature Art Activities for Kids: Springtime Outdoors Play with Nature

Hey there! Can you feel it? Spring is finally here, and it’s the perfect time to get creative with nature! Why not encourage your little ones to connect with the outdoors and unleash their imaginative spirits? To help you out, we’ve searched the web and put together a handpicked collection of some of the most…

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Paper sculpture: Engaging Process art for Toddlers and Kids

Paper sculpture is a versatile and engaging activity that has become a staple in my studio, making a comeback year after year through different curriculums, from paper-making to toddler art. This post outlines a process-oriented approach to creating paper sculptures, designed to inspire creativity and sensory exploration in young artists. As a process-based activity, this…

Monochromatic Sculpture for Kids: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creative Exploration!

Monochromatic Sculpture for Kids: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creative Exploration!

Embark on a journey of discovery and creation with our latest art adventure: crafting monochromatic sculptures for kids! This hands-on activity is perfect for young minds eager to explore the world of art through a process-based approach that champions sustainability and affordability. Using mostly everyday and recycled materials like chopsticks and tissue paper, this art…

Squish it, smash it, soak it! Paper pulp sculpting with kids

Squish it, smash it, soak it! Paper pulp sculpting with kids

Paper pulp sculpting is a favorite activity in my studio, engaging kids as young as two up to older elementary students. It’s a straightforward craft that doesn’t break the bank, requiring only everyday household items like toilet paper, Elmer glue, and gouache paints.  For the little ones, this activity is a sensory playground. They get…

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Unlock Imagination: Calder Fish Mobile Lesson – A Vibrant Dive into Kinetic Art & Modernism

This Calder fish mobile lesson has become a bit of a staple around here as there’s more to it than meets the eye. While we aren’t crafting a “true” mobile with every piece dancing around, this project is a great first step into some other big ideas.Ever heard of kinetic art? This project gives kids…