Children's arts and crafts

Fireworks painting is a quick and easy 4th of July kids craft activity that will keep little ones entertained for ages! Lots of fun for kids ages 2-12!

We all know what it’s like when our little ones cry out in the middle of the night because of a nightmare; it’s heart-wrenching. There are so many great activities out there to help wor…

Sometime I lack ideas of what to rotate on Otis's art shelves - so I decided to make a list. I find there are lots of advantages of rotating art activities like this. We usually only have three trays out at a time. Although there are often pencils or crayons available in the study. Having all the items that Otis needs within the tray makes it easier for him to use and pack up. With the exception of water for washing his paint brush (which he needs to ask me for) and his smock and place-mat…

This post has gone viral because it's so easy! Our toddlers and preschoolers LOVED it. Perfect any time of the year!

Do this color splat art activity with your kids using paint, cotton rounds, and a rubber mallet!

These mixed medium winter paintings are perfect for older preschoolers and kindergartners. Gorgeous winter process art for kids!

I just have to share the paper sculptures my Kindergarten and 1st graders have been making! They loved learning about abstract art and ...

We do contact paper activities a lot at our house. Contact paper is perfect for art projects, sensory play, and general exploration. Today I will be sharing a Contact Paper Shape Art activity. This is a great way to review shapes and create a unique work of art at the same time. If you are looking for more contact paper activities, you'll find them on 20+ Ways to Use Contact Paper with Kids. You will need: Contact paper Scissors Acrylic paints Permanent marker Paint brushes or paint sponge…

Easy Toothpick Painting with Kids | Club Chica Circle - where crafty is contagious

Kids use an assemblage technique to make sculptures from painted sticks and pinecones, and dyed and painted pasta.

DIY Cardboard Roll Heart Stamp ~ Valentines Art for kids

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, the toddlers and preschoolers in my home daycare have been busy making Valentines’ cards for their parents. Recently, we made these awesome wax resist cards! We love wax-resist art. Some folks call it crayon-resist or paint-resist, but whatever you call it, it’s just plain fascinating! How it’s done:...Read More

Valentine Crowns- Easy paper craft for kids. Simple hearts threaded on a headband make a fun play prop and fine motor activity for preschoolers or kindergartners!

Q-tip Heart Paintings for kids. Great valentine's day craft for kids.

Fun toddler valentine's day craft to try !

Get out your salad spinner for a fun way to paint hearts for Valentine's Day!