Fine motor activities build skills that your little learner needs. Just because they’re “educational” doesn’t mean they aren’t fun too. Think of this summer fine motor idea as fun-ctional. I know, I know, bad pun. But, it’s also true. So your kiddo wants to play outside. And you want her to get out and get…
Kids’ Art Activities: Make Paint Prints
Summer kids’ art activities anyone? Of course. The weather is warm and the kids are throwing, “I’m bored mommy” at you every few minutes. Before handing over the tablet, or locking yourself in your room, get crafty. This summer paint print encourages creativity and lets kids explore the season through art. Oh, and they get…
Kids’ Paint Splatter Art Activity
Summer art activities for kids don’t have to stay indoors. Nope. With the weather getting warmer, it’s time to take the ‘arting’ outside. And, that makes this watercolor paint splatter art mess less, um…messy. Paint Splatter in the Summer Sun Okay, so your child can really do this art activity anywhere at any time of…
Red, White And Blue Flag Art Activity
Get patriotic, and crafty, this Fourth of July with a red, white and blue flag art activity. Whether you’re looking for a way to keep the kids entertained during an Independence Day party or your child is always asking to do anything that’s artsy, this activity is a hands-on way to explore an array of…
Summer Ice Art Scene
The temperature is heating up. Summer’s here. And, your child is ready to cool things down and create a masterpiece – with ice. Ice Summer Art That’s right, ice. With the warmer weather, ice is the perfect art material. With a drop or two of color, your child has instant melting paints. Start by asking your…
Kids’ Alphabet Photo Frame Craft
Father’s Day means one thing – it’s time to celebrate dad! Get crafty and help your kiddo to create her own “DAD” photo frame. Oh, and he’ll cherish it for years. Preschool Father’s Day Photo Frame Gift A Father’s Day photo frame is a great gift for dad. But, it’s so much more. It can…
Easy Purse Craft for Mother’s Day
Gift mom with this no-sew kid-created purse this Mother’s Day! Not only can your toddler or preschooler craft her way to the perfect present, but this purse craft activity can help her to build developmental skills that she’ll use right now and in the years to come. Your little artist can design and create a heart-felt…
Easter Egg Collage Craft
Developing fine motor skills helps your child do everything from writing her name to zipping her jacket. This Easter egg collage craft is the perfect way to get creative and have fun developing fine motor skills without anything seeming like practice. Precise cutting with scissors strengthens hand muscles and develops eye-hand coordination. But, it’s not the…
Watercolor Bunny Art Project
Bunny art or Easter crafts for kids? What if your little artists could combine their love of all things furry and fuzzy with a creative holiday-themed craft? Well, they can. With a set of watercolors, a paintbrush and some awesome imagination, your kids can create beautiful little bunnies for Easter – or for any time….
Finger Paint Flower Art
The weather is getting warmer, the sun’s finally peeking out from behind those clouds, the flowers are sprouting and it’s time for spring activities! Younger kids, like toddlers and preschoolers, will love finger paint flower art because it’s messy which makes a super fun sensory experience! How a Child Can Paint Like an Impressionist Spring…