10 Fun and Creative Things to do at Home with Kids
Here are some of our favorite things to do at home with kids that are fun and creative for the whole family! Updated March 2025
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Engaging art ideas for older kids who are ready for more challenge, technique, and creative expression. From drawing to crafts, these projects grow with your child’s imagination.
Here are some of our favorite things to do at home with kids that are fun and creative for the whole family! Updated March 2025
Collage a photograph and paint an imaginary world on plexiglass in this fun and creative mixed media art project for kids by Catalina Gutierrez of
Creating LEGO prints is a fun open-ended art activity for kids of all ages. Use LEGOs and stamp pads to create all kinds of pictures!
Learn how to blow out an egg with step-by-step instructions. Decorate the egg shells with kids and keep them for years to come! Updated March
This dot-to-dot art challenge for kids is a great way to build concentration and fine motor skills while creating a beautiful artwork. Updated March 2025
Imaginary mini worlds are so fun to create with these awesome shoebox dioramas for kids. Pick a theme or keep it open-ended! Post and project
Create painted paper collages inspired by Mexican piñatas. A fun and easy craft that is great for introducing children to Mexican culture. Project and post
This is a fun Frida inspired drawing prompt for kids. Explore identity with kids & create personalized Frida Kahlo portraits for kids. Updated February 2025
How to make a lovely tissue paper rainbow. Arrange and glue brightly colored tissue paper into a rainbow for a fun and colorful decoration! We’re
Catalina Gutierrez of Red Violet Studio shares how to make a coral reef with clay that even glows under a black light! A great way
Create beautiful marbled paper art collages inspired by Australian artist Kate Shaw in this post by Danielle Falk of Little Ginger Studio. Updated February 2025
Danielle Falk of Little Ginger Studio shares an easy wood upcyle project. Create lovely painted wood blocks to use for colorful sculptures. Updated February 2025
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