Art projects and creative activities perfect for kids (ages 10-12).
Learn how to draw feathers, taking note of patterns, shapes, and lines. Then create a DIY shadow box for your artwork. Updated June 2023 I’m
Learn how to paint a watercolor geode in 5 easy steps! A wonderful watercolor painting activity to pair with learning about geodes and rocks. Updated
How to make Sharpie tie dye pillows with kids. Use sharpie markers and rubbing alcohol to create cool designs on fabric! Updated June 2023 We
Kids will create their own colorful paintings and learn about artist Sonia Delaunay, with her strong colors and geometric shapes. Updated May 2023 Hello! I’m
Drawing people from around the world just became easier for kids thanks to World Colors skin tone pencils. Here’s a demo of these new colored
Scrape chalk powder over glue and swirl chalk art designs! A fun art project inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night”. There’s a collection
Create beautiful drawings inspired by the modern art paintings of early female abstract artist Hilma af Klint. Updated April 2023 Many art history experts credit
Lauren Signorelli of Artful Playhouse shows us how to draw abstract self portraits for kids in 6 simple steps! Then paint with watercolors to make
These watercolor techniques for kids are exciting and interesting alternatives to basic watercolor painting. You’ll want to try all seven! Updated April 2023 We love
Upcycle a vinyl record and glue on loose parts to make these beautiful mandala art designs for kids. Relax, unwind and create–it’s the perfect process
Here are fun ideas for mandalas that kids can make. Try mandalas on land, with flowers, drawings, records and printmaking! Updated April 2023 Have you
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