Here is a simple snowflake art project for kids that could be used for handmade cards. I love how each snowflake is unique! A collection of these snowflakes would look so festive on a classroom bulletin board display this Winter. This project uses a block printing technique that is easy for kids to do and leaves stunning results! *Pair this with our Snow Centers and Activities for pre-K and … [Read more...]
Easy Block Printed Leaves Fall Craft for Kids
Block printed leaves are easy to make and can be used for a variety of projects! Kids can learn about color mixing, and work on fine-motor skills. Your kids will love working with block printing inks and using a brayer to create colorful works of art with our Easy Block Printed Leaves Fall Craft for Kids! *Pair this with our Fall Centers and Activities for Pre-K and Kindergarten!Fall Craft … [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...]
Gingerbread Village Cardboard Collage
This gingerbread village cardboard collage project is a fun and festive way to welcome the holiday season in your home or classroom! To complete this project, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials. Depending on the grade level, you could easily modify this collage project to be as simple or complex as you would like! This is a great project for introducing warm … [Read more...]
Symmetry Quilt Patterns
Teaching symmetry can be a little intimidating for teachers of primary aged children. I can admit that I feel challenged when teaching symmetry to little ones. The wonderful thing about symmetry is there are many examples of it in our everyday life all around us and we often don't realize it. One of the most fun ways for teaching symmetry to children is in quilt patterns. This Symmetry Quilt … [Read more...]
