Mondrian for Little Ones
Here’s a simple way to introduce young children to the art of Piet Mondrian.
Tag: paint
Mondrian Hearts
It’s Piet Mondrian… with a Valentine’s Day twist.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Pete and Callie Valentine’s Day
This art activity shows children how to make a quick drawing of Pete the Cat and/or Callie the Cat, holding valentines.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Art from the Heart: Paint Collaboratively with Your Kids
A creative challenge for you and your kids to make art together.
Ages: 2-5 yrs, 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: Preschool, K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: ECE, Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
Reindeer Portraits
These adorable reindeer portraits are such a delight for children to make. Shared by ARTventurous.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Paint and Marker Flowers
Students will create flowers using paint and markers.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Coffee Filter Flowers
Use coffee filters and watercolours (or washable markers) to make one-of-a-kind flowers.
Floral Egg Holders
Use paper rolls to make fun flowers that are perfect for serving eggs during Easter brunch.
*Gustav Klimt’s Tree of Life
Using tissue paper, glue, and black and white tempera paint, students will make mixed media art inspired by Gustav Klimt’s “Tree of Life”
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Snow Art – Painting the Snow
Scoop up some snow and make art where the process is more important than the product.
5 Creative Activities for Kids
Here are fun crafts to boost creativity at camp or when kids are home from school.
Finger Paint Snowman Family Ornaments
All you need is a glass ball ornament and a little paint to make an adorable snowman family, and it’s very easy to add more members to represent your own family.
Christmas Trees (Egg Carton)
These cute Christmas trees can be made using recycled egg cartons.
Monoprint Holiday Cards Kids Can Make
Kids can make handmade cards using paper, paint and a monoprinting technique.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Kindergarten Self Portraits
Kindergarten students will learn how to draw self portraits and experiment with watercolour paints for their backgrounds.
Ages: 5-8 yrs
Grades: K-2
Levels: Primary
Poppies (Muffin Liners)
Students can make beautiful poppies using muffin liners and paint.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Poppies (Egg Cartons)
Students can learn how to make poppies using egg cartons and paint.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Cute and Creepy Bats Craft
If you’ve ever seen a bat up close, you’ll know they are actually really cute. Unconvinced? Stick with these non-living versions instead.
No Carve Pumpkin Ideas
Find thirty-one ways to decorate pumpkins without putting little fingers at risk.
How to Make Art When You Don’t Know How to Make Art
If you aren’t comfortable making art with your kids, try this project and gain some confidence!
Party Hat
This big hat is perfect for parties of all sorts. It is easy to make and even more fun to wear.
Simple Noisemakers/Shakers
These noisemakers – made from raisin boxes or other small containers – are perfect for little hands.
Party Blowers
Kids can make fun party blowers using recycled items.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Postcards from Camp
Instead of buying postcards, your kids can keep in touch from camp by making their very own, legally mail-able postcards out of card stock. We used foam stamps to decorate ours, but you are only limited by your creativity! Decorate to your liking for a great camp keepsake.
How to Paint a Wooden Sign
Here are step-by-step instructions on how to paint a trendy wooden sign.
Grades: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Middle School, High School
