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How to Choose the Best Art Subscription Box for Kids or Classrooms
Art subscription boxes provide a fun and accessible way for all ages to explore creativity through hands-on projects and curated supplies. These kits help develop important skills like critical thinking and fine motor coordination, making art learning easy and engaging at home.
How To Empower A Kid Who Doesn't Like Art
Some children may say they dislike art, but their hesitation could stem from a lack of confidence, exposure, or the right creative approach. By exploring different forms of self-expression—like building, storytelling, or problem-solving—kids can discover art in ways that feel natural and exciting to them.
Pretty Flowers - That Are Easy to Draw - with Muted Color Palette
If you are looking for an activity that is simple to draw and captures that vintage feel, this is the perfect option. While we usually use brighter colors here at Party in the Art Room, this project utilizes a much more muted color palette that gives a more elegant look. Based on Henri Rousseau’s Bouquet of Flowers, this project is great for beginners looking to create pretty flowers that are easy to draw. Here is how students can create their own Bouquet of Flowers.
How to Make Sparkle Heart Art for Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day can be the perfect occasion for students to create art that is full of vibrant colors and love. Sparkle heart art is the perfect Valentine's Day art project because it uses a variety of techniques to create a fun and festive piece of art for Valentine's Day. Students can even make their project as a gift for a loved one. Here is how to make sparkle heart art for Valentine's Day.
4 Useful Tips for Art With Chalk Pastels
Spring art projects wouldn’t be complete without the smooth and vibrant look of chalk pastels. Soft pastels for art are a great tool to use to add fun and rich colors to your art projects this spring. While chalk pastels are easy to use and create fun colors on their own, there are some ways to add depth and variety to your pastel art. Here are some of our tips for getting the most out of your chalk pastels.
3 Famous Women Artists from the United States for Kids to Know
There are three American artists who began their journey with art just like our students. These women belong on your radar, and their artistic styles are sure to inspire your young learners. Have you heard of Betye Saar, Georgia O’Keefe, or Cordelia Wilson? These three women have shaped American art history in so many ways, and each has her own unique artistic focus. It is through hands-on projects in these artists’ styles that help students learn best about them.
Are Kids Actually Getting Enough High Quality Art Instruction?
With arts education often taking a backseat to STEM subjects, many students may not be receiving the high quality art instruction they need to develop creativity and essential skills. This article explores the challenges in art education and provides key signs to assess your child’s access to enriching, skill-building artistic experiences.
4 Stunning Collaborative Art Projects To Build Empathy And Imagination
While the skills developed in the classroom are often the focus of each day’s lesson, art education’s value lies in the range of applications. In addition to learning the elements of art, the art classroom is the perfect place to learn about the valuable elements of life. Here are four projects that can help teach your students how to work together, build their imagination, and develop their sense of empathy.
3 Reasons You'll Love This Vibrant Summer Camp Art Project
Summer camps are a great way to keep school-aged children engaged with their growth when they are on summer vacation. Summer is such a fun and beautiful time of year, making it the perfect time to capture warm and vibrant pieces of art with your students and children. If you are working at a summer camp or want to provide your student with a fun summer-themed project, here are three reasons why you'll love our vibrant cactus art project.
2 of the Best Preschool Art Activities for Summertime
Summer art projects are a fun way to help foster your child's creativity and art skills. These activities can fill an afternoon and help prepare your child for success in the next school year. Here are two of the best summer art and craft ideas for preschoolers that will keep them busy and excited about art.
Art Meets Science: A Murmuration from Handmade Paper
What makes this paper-making project so meaningful to me is that we created it from scratch. My students played an active role in every part of the process—from breaking down the paper to repurposing it into something new.
2 Interesting Preschool Art Activities to Make in Spring
Spring is one of the most exciting times to explore and learn from the world around you. Preschool is all about students experiencing and learning about all of the amazing things in their world. What better way to learn about the season of new beginnings, nature, and warmth than with fun cross-curricular art activities for preschoolers?
Unbelievably Easy Toadstool Mushroom Painting For Kids
Nothing is quite as magical and mystical in nature as a colorful toadstool mushroom. This project allows students to explore different vibrant colors over a dark backdrop while practicing basic shapes while drawing mushrooms, mushroom paintings, and completing drawing of mushrooms.
5 Ways to Build Your Child's Fine Motor Skills Before They Begin School
Developing fine motor skills is an activity that is often attributed to children from birth to 4 years of age. Children who may be close to entering school can benefit from activities that help build the fine motor skills they will rely on in their first year of schooling. Becoming comfortable with tools like pencils and scissors can give your student a leg up in the classroom. Here are some ways that you can help improve your child's fine motor skills to prepare them for the classroom.
5 Amazing Artwork Bulletin Board Ideas for Elementary
Bulletin boards are a great way for elementary students to create larger art installations that everyone can see and participate in. Bulletin boards allow students to create on a larger scale while beautifying the classroom or hallway. Students can grow their confidence by creating art that everyone can enjoy. Here are some amazing art projects that you can use with elementary students to beautify the bulletin board ideas in your classroom and school.
How to Draw a Reindeer Step-by-Step: Fun Holiday Art Activity
Reindeer are such a fun and festive subject for holiday art projects, and they’re surprisingly easy to draw with a little guidance! In this post, I’ll show you how to draw a reindeer step by step so kids (and adults!) can create their own magical holiday artwork. Plus, I’ll introduce you to my exciting Red-Nosed Reindeer Dice Roll Art Game, perfect for adding a creative twist to your reindeer art.
Whether you’re looking for a guide on how to draw Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, need ideas for reindeer art activities, or just want a fun way to draw a reindeer head, this is the post for you!
10 Easy Ways to Draw and Paint a Turkey
Drawing a turkey is a delightful activity for kids and adults alike, especially during the Thanksgiving season. For that matter, painting a turkey, creating a turkey collage, or just any artful activity involving a turkey is fun during this time of year.
Whether you’re a teacher looking for an engaging classroom project, a parent planning a fun craft session, or a teaching artist seeking inspiration, learning how to draw easy turkeys can spark creativity and bring joy. In this post, we’ll explore step-by-step instructions and ideas for creating simple drawings of turkeys, ensuring anyone can pick up a pencil and create their very own masterpiece.
What to Do in Your Art Room This December: Monthly Calendar & Tips
December is here, bringing excitement, creativity, and the challenge of managing busy schedules in the art room. To help you navigate this festive month, we’ve compiled a short guide packed with inspiration and practical advice. Whether you're looking for seasonal projects or planning ahead for a smooth start to the new year, these December art activities will keep your classroom engaged.
5 Vibrant Art Lessons Inspired by The Wild Robot
Here are five engaging art lesson ideas inspired by The Wild Robot, by Peter Brown. This story captivates readers with its touching story of Roz, a robot who finds herself stranded on a wild island and learns to adapt and thrive amidst nature. This story provides an exciting opportunity to merge art lessons with literature, encouraging creativity while deepening students' understanding of the book's themes.
