Positive Negative Hearts
Children will learn about positive and negative space with this simple Valentine’s Day art lesson.
Ages: 5-8 yrs
Grades: K-2
Levels: Primary
Tag: paper
Mondrian Hearts
It’s Piet Mondrian… with a Valentine’s Day twist.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
*Sea Life Snowflake Patterns
Free printable patterns for sea life snowflakes (lobster, salmon, scallop and crab).
Ages: 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Junior, Middle School, High School
Overlapping Shapes
Students will learn about line, shape and color as they create colorful works of art.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Which Art Paper Should I Use?
Find the right art paper for your lessons, activities and projects.
Paper Daisies
If you’ve got paper, you can make these beautiful paper daisies.
Hand Lilies and Foot Tulips
Girls and boys of all ages will enjoy making these flowers (lilies and tulips) because it involves their own body parts!
Floral Egg Holders
Use paper rolls to make fun flowers that are perfect for serving eggs during Easter brunch.
Faux Stained Glass Paper Hearts
Students will make faux stained glass hearts using construction paper and tissue paper.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
5 Creative Activities for Kids
Here are fun crafts to boost creativity at camp or when kids are home from school.
DIY Family History Collage
Kids and their parents can craft a collaborative family tree using paper and glue.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
Monoprint Holiday Cards Kids Can Make
Kids can make handmade cards using paper, paint and a monoprinting technique.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Holiday Tree Craft
Kids and adults can make these cute holiday trees using cut paper and craft sticks.
Paper Christmas Trees
These paper Christmas trees are fun and easy to make for kids and adults of all ages. All you need is construction paper and glue.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Paper Animal Weaving
Students will create woven paper animals (such as a bird, snail or turtle) by following these directions.
Ages: 5-8 yrs
Grades: K-2
Levels: Primary
Party Hat
This big hat is perfect for parties of all sorts. It is easy to make and even more fun to wear.
Faith Ringgold’s Story Quilts
Children will learn about artist Faith Ringgold as they create paper quilts inspired by her art.
Ages: 5-8 yrs
Grades: K-2
Levels: Primary
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 Teach Your Child to Draw in 10 Easy Steps
This infographic features lots of great tips on how to teach your child to draw.
Cool Collage Ideas
Get your scissors ready for these terrific collage ideas.
Woven Heart Baskets
Students can create a Valentine’s Day themed weaving project. These little baskets are so sweet.
Heart Mice
Kids can make mice using heart shapes.
Heart Mobiles
With just a few materials, you and your students can create a mobile with a Valentine’s Day theme. This is a fun and kinetic project!
Love Birds Craft
Find out how to make a bird using heart-shaped cut-outs.
Broken Hearts Paper Craft
Start with a heart to create a puzzle. This is a great way for kids to practice their cutting skills.
