Category Archives: Art
Melty Summer Fun – Paintsicles!
One of my kids favorite summer art activities was painting with frozen paint on a stick. In other words… PAINTSICLES! They’re simple to make. We always used little bathroom size dixie cups but you can use any kind of freezeable … Continue reading
Let’s Make Puff Paint!
I’m on a tear right now to uncover ways to inexpensively duplicate the cool effects provided by certain products on the market that are simply too expensive… or too toxic… to let young children go wild experiencing them. Today I’m … Continue reading
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Paper Pumpkin Centerpiece
This is actually one of my favorite Halloween centerpieces. And the bonus is that kids find it fun to make… even the 3-4 year olds can make this pumpkin and be proud of the results. They are usually amazed to … Continue reading
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Pumpkins – the brass tacks
It’s that crispy and colorful fall season here above the equator… and that means Halloween is just around the corner. It’s October so we’ll be playing with Halloween oriented activities over the next couple of weeks. It’s not too early … Continue reading
Rainbow Pasta
There are so many interesting shapes and texture of pasta available today, and it’s really fun to watch them turn into a riot of color with this simple recipe. Regardless of what shape you choose to color your child will … Continue reading
Buttons and More Buttons!
There is something mesmerizing about a box or bag or bowl of buttons that stimulates the imagination. The sizes, the shapes, the colors, the weight, I don’t know just what it is that trips our triggers and calls us to … Continue reading
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Kid-made Gift – A Spoon Rest
I love it when kids make gifts that are truly functional! You get to show them off while using them too! One thing I wouldn’t be without in my kitchen is a spoon rest. Oh sure, you can grab a … Continue reading
Making a Storyteller Animal Mask
The Native Americans offer us beautiful arts, crafts, and traditions. It’s fun to connect with their traditions through art with our children. Native Americans have long held a strong relationship with Mother Earth and have focused on preserving the environment … Continue reading
Gelatin Finger Paint
One of my favorite painting activities to share with kids of all ages is gelatin finger painting. There are a couple of reasons it’s a favorite… one is because it’s an amazing sensory experience, moving the artist from the dry … Continue reading
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