Every leaf speaks bliss to me, flattering from the autumn tree. – Emily Bronte As we move into autumn we observe and discuss how the weather and the plants are changing. We talk about the changing seasons and explore our surroundings. During nature walks we notice the colder mornings, children with snuggly sweaters, colorful leaves and…
Tracing
Mountain Styrofoam Prints
Nature is one of the most underutilized treasures in life. It has the power to unburden hearts and reconnect to that inner place of peace. – Janice Anderson Printmaking is always fun with any age group. As older children grow increasingly critical of their drawing abilities they sometimes get frustrated and often end up reluctant…
Mother’s Day Banner
Some of my favorite art projects for young children include canvas fabric and liquid watercolors. There’s something magical about watching the watercolors bleed into the canvas and children are usually mesmerized by how beautifully the colors mix. Ever since seeing Meri Cherry’s lovely Mother’s Day Banners (head over to her website to see how they’ve…
Tracing Drawings
Tracing can be fun and beneficial for all age groups. While younger children might engage in imaginative play as they draw to communicate a story or idea, older children tend to grow more concerned with the accurate representation of the people and objects. For younger children tracing can help to practice hand-eye coordination as well…
