Winter is such a great time for drawing and writing and staying inside where it's nice and warm and cozy. This I Can Draw and Write Winter set is perfect for getting your kids motivated to write and illustrate their own winter stories! I Can Draw and Write Winter I...
As a kid, I really loved drawing books that went step by step. I loved learning how other people drew things and always picked up a few new techniques. I also loved writing. And while I don't remember ever struggling to know what to write about, I do know that some...
Try this fun Star Wars Art project for an art activity that you'd also be willing to hang on your walls. Star Wars Art Sometimes it's difficult to get my kids into art. Let me clarify though. I have one child would could craft all day - especially if it's a favorite...
I think Van Gogh is an amazing artist to study - especially for kids. His artwork is well known and beautiful and most kids probably already know him by name - even if they cannot name his artwork. This Van Gogh unit study is meant to introduce kids to his artwork and...
Adding an art activity is important in every theme and this magical paper towel art is perfect for any theme. I love doing this for kids and watching as their eyes expand the first time. Then, inevitably, they want to make their own! Hours of fun. Kids of all ages...
I find it vital to introduce kids to art and famous artists at a young age. Not all kids will love art or enjoy learning about art history. But exposure is key. As parents and teachers, we can provide engaging activities centered around an art theme to introduce art...
I am not a control freak...most of the time. There are a few exceptions (especially other people loading the dishwasher, don't get me started). I like to give my children space to explore their own thoughts and creativity. They can explore whatever topics they want,...
Kids learn best when they are interested in something, and my kids are no exception to this rule. In fact, I think we spend more time exploring random topics that seem to evolve throughout the day than we spend on all other subjects combined. I kind of love that...
My kids hate writing. I hear this from parents and teachers over and over and over. My kids hate writing. Typically people mean the physical act of writing, not the process of thinking of words to put on a paper. And this activity handles the physical act without...
We just had to make some adorable cards to send to friends and family for Valentines Day. Head over the Red Ted Art to see how to make some of these beauties! This is a guest post I did for Red Ted Art. I highly encourage you to stick around over...
