I believe most children can identify with the helpless, small, insignificant caterpillar, and they rejoice with it when it turns into a beautiful butterfly. It is an affirmation to all children. It says: I too can grow up. I too can unfold my wings and fly into the world. – Eric Carle Young children learn…
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Christmas Potato Prints
Potato Printing is one of the most simple, open-ended and playful printing techniques perfect for little hands. You can make anything from Christmas stockings, wrapping paper or wall hangings with this fun printing activity. Materials Small potatoes and a knife Packing paper and cardboard Tempera paint Tray or paper plate Scissors Tissue paper Glue stick…
Mixed Media Autumn Wall Hanging
One of our favorite art projects involves salad spinners! Yes, really. Spin painting is a mesmerizing process and lends itself perfectly to color our collection of fall treasures. Plus, it never fails to create stunning pieces of artwork. Seriously, you’ve got to try this! Materials: Tempera paint in squeeze bottles Trays Tarp Salad spinners Glitter…
Superheroes Part I: Masks and Capes
For preschoolers superhero play is a very fascinating topic. Children as young as three years old seem to be intrigued with guns, playing Star Wars and Batman – everything involving “good guys” and “bad guys”. While preschool age boys seem more drawn to the action of running, jumping and creating weapons from props, girls tend…
Spring Birds
We are so excited that spring is coming! We can watch as the arriving spring birds make their nests in our backyards and see the first flowers growing. To make our own spring birds and building a nest to play in is always a highlight for younger children and stays one of my favorite art…
