“To complicate is simple, to simplify is difficult.” – Bruno Munari Have you ever kicked off a class by asking a seemingly trivial question like, “What color is the snow?” Simple questions like these can open up a world of discovery. In this post, we’ll walk through my process for designing lesson plans that are
Fiber Art
Eco-Friendly Cardboard Weaving for Kids: A Creative Guide to Fiber Art
Looking for a fun and eco-friendly craft to enjoy with your kids at home? Dive into the world of cardboard weaving, a simple yet engaging activity that allows children to explore their creativity while using recycled materials. This guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to create beautiful woven art pieces inspired by renowned fiber artists
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Inquiry-Based Learning
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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Lesson Plan
Spark Joy and Growth: 7 Inspiring New Year Resolution Activities for Kids
As we usher in the New Year, it presents a unique opportunity for both reflection and forward thinking. It’s a time when we set goals and resolutions, hoping to shape a better, more fulfilling future. This year, let’s bring these aspirations to life through creative New Year resolutions activities that are engaging and deeply meaningful.
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Art Education
What Color is the Snow? Winter-inspired process art activity for children
As the winter season unfolds, bringing its unique blend of snow-covered landscapes and chilly mornings, it’s the perfect time to engage children in a winter-inspired process art activity. “What Color is the Snow?” invites young minds to explore the enchanting world of colors, textures, and light, drawing inspiration from the serene beauty of winter. Rooted
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Lesson Plan
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
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Mixed Media
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
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Art Education
Play Like a Surrealist: 13 Surrealist Games and Techniques to Unleash Kids Creativity
In the context of art education, Surrealist games can be a useful tool to disinhibit students and unlock their creativity.More so, they are a valuable component of any open-ended art exploration and a wonderful addition to project-based curriculums.