Coloring pages are maybe not the most educationally sound activity out there, but if you have a kid who loves to color they can be fun for a little break. And they’re a great thing to have on hand for … Read More ...
More Easy Crafts for Earth Day
With Earth Day coming up this weekend, you might want to plan an Earth-themed craft to do with your kids.
Crafts on Sea has a great collection of more than 30 Earth Day crafts, which it says are for … Read More ...
Painted Bead Necklaces – An Easy Art Activity for Kids
This time of year it seems like we all need projects that are easy and relaxing and calm, so when this project from Art Bar came across my feed I just knew I needed to share it.
These painted bead … Read More ...
Easy and Cute Snowglobe Craft
Here’s a great project idea for art teachers looking for something winter themed but not necessarily Christmas themed to do with kids. Or it would be great fun to do with your own kid at home.
Fireflies and Mudpies has … Read More ...
Get Some Fun Art Inspiration with 500 Kids Art Ideas
I picked up the book 500 Kids Art Ideas by Gavin Andrews rather at random on a visit to the craft store last summer. I was sure we would need more ideas for getting through the break, and because my … Read More ...
Combine Science and Art with Paintball Bombs
This homemade paintball bomb experiment would be cool any time of year, but it might be really fun to do this experiment and use the bombs to paint a pumpkin.
Teach Beside Me has all the details of how to … Read More ...
Awesome Art Discussion Topics Printables
It can be difficult to get kids to talk about art, especially when you don’t have the vocabulary to encourage them. Get beyond “I like it” and “I don’t like it” with these lovely printable art discussion signs to use … Read More ...
Egg Carton Art
I ran across this easy kids egg carton project over at Mod Podge Rocks and thought it would make a great Mother’s Day gift. Don’t you agree?
Amy found herself with an abundance of egg cartons so she thought she … Read More ...
Kids Craft – Textured Yarn Heart Craft for Decoration
If you have a collection of yarn bits and pieces lying around, I suggest using some of them to make one or more of these textured hearts. Start out by drawing a large yarn shape on a large piece of … Read More ...
Cupcake Liner Groundhog Day Craft
Are you hoping the groundhog sees his shadow or not tomorrow? I am hoping he doesn’t see his shadow because I am ready for our snow to melt and for the days to be warm!
One way to make sure … Read More ...
Watercolor Art Lesson for Kids
This watercolor project can easily be done by kids of all ages. All you need to get started is watercolor paper and blue painter’s tape. You can rip the painter’s tape into several thin pieces and let the kids position … Read More ...