This Owl Craft for Kids is adorable and so much fun to make! The kids are sure to get plenty of fine-motor practice with cutting, pasting, and folding. Once the glue has completely dried, these owl crafts would make a fabulous classroom display! Perhaps a "Whooooo is ready to learn?" bulletin board? Or maybe a "First Grade Will be a Hoot" display? There are so many options to explore with this owl … [Read more...]
Autumn Tree Fall Art Project
This floating chalk Autumn tree fall art project looks difficult to do, but is actually very simple! Here is a fun art technique that uses chalk pastels and water to create beautiful prints.When preparing to do this project, be sure to take a few minutes to discuss the changing seasons. Students may already be noticing the colors of changing leaves or cooler temperatures that Autumn brings. … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Art Project with Chalk Pastels
This pumpkin art project is perfect for young students to try during the fall months! It's is a fun way to introduce kids to chalk pastels, blending colors, and shading. They will even get to practice using glue to make unique works of art. Students will get lots of fine-motor skill practice with this project. You may even want to include a "still life" pumpkin display in your classroom for … [Read more...]
Simple Pet Cloud Craft for Kids
This Simple Pet Cloud Craft for Kids is quick and easy to make! After reading the story book "Once Upon a Cloud," by Claire Keane, my kids could not wait to make their own pet cloud. These pet clouds would also be a great project for a weather unit, or anytime you need a simple rainy day activity. Kids will love making their very own pet cloud, and this one is small enough to fit in a … [Read more...]
Dot Art Elmer Craft
As an educator of small children, my own and those who I've taught, it's quite the task to teach the importance of being "authentically you." With so much in the world teaching our little ones that they should look, act and talk a certain way, this task is even more daunting!What I love about children's literature is there are SO many beautifully written stories that illustrate perfectly what … [Read more...]
First Day of School Craft
It's Back to School season! This first day of school craft would be a fun way to welcome students back to the classroom! It can be used as a keepsake and also for seeing progress from the first day of school and beyond. Check out our Back to School Print and Play Centers and Activities!First Day of School Craft This adorable craft has a space for writing and drawing! Parents would love to … [Read more...]
