Weaving art projects develop fine motor skills but are also a great pre-reading activity for young learners. Here is a simple, forest-school inspired take on weaving to try at home! Weaving art projects have a multitude of benefits for young children. Besides the obvious development of fine motor skills, weaving helps children understand the math… Continue reading Nature Weavings for Kids
Category: Fall
Paper Bag Nature Journal
Nature journals are a tool to help kids slow down and connect to their environment. Here is how you can make your very own using paper bags and string. It’s an easy craft for kids that will inspire a greater love for the outdoors! There are no rules when it comes to nature journals. Nature… Continue reading Paper Bag Nature Journal
Paper Roll Sculptures
Looking to teach your child about the art element of form without the usual mess of sculpture? This art project is a great way to recycle used paper rolls and give your child a hands-on construction experience. The art element of form is one of the most enjoyable art elements to teach tactile learners. There… Continue reading Paper Roll Sculptures
Nature Wands
This magical nature craft provides children the opportunity to engage in imaginative play and is a fun addition to outdoor play time. Imaginative play isn’t just fun and games. So much is going on beneath the surface! Benefits of imaginative, or fantasy play, includes preparing kids for the complexity of the real world, regulating their… Continue reading Nature Wands