Your child will explore texture and practice constructing from deconstructed materials in this beach-themed collage project. All you need for this easy art activity is sandpaper, scissors, paper, and glue! There is so much learning that takes place during a collage project. Collage projects provide the opportunity for preschool and elementary students to practice construction… Continue reading Sand Castle Collage Art Project for Kids (using sandpaper!)
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Paper Roll Bouquet
This craft is an eco-friendly way to show appreciation to someone you love. Elementary and preschool children will be amazed at how recycled materials transform into a bouquet! Using recycled materials is not only good for the wallet but good for the earth. I absolutely love modeling the conservation of natural resources by making use… Continue reading Paper Roll Bouquet
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
Cereal as a Math Manipulative
Bring counting to life with this free printable activity – using cereal as a math manipulative! Do you have a child who thrives when given tactile or visual learning experiences? Using manipulatives (aka real life objects) in math is a great way to engage your visual/experiential learners. Manipulatives build a bridge in a child’s developing… Continue reading Cereal as a Math Manipulative