Explore a variety of kids arts and crafts activities, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Create, experiment, and have fun with hands-on projects!
Learn how to make colorful pet portraits with your kids using oil pastels and a bright watercolor background! Do you have a special pet at
Top 20 blog posts from The Artful Parent, including sensory play, art project ideas, book suggestions, and ideas for family creativity! Updated June 2025 We
Learn how to create magic paper for printmaking & painting with kids. Project & post by Joanna Walker of The Blue Barn. Updated June 2025
Are you looking to get outside and make some art? Here are some ideas for nature art for kids, inspired by nature or using natural
Create a large 3D paper fish to hang by itself or in a group. You can make them as realistic or playful as you like.
Create a flock of birds out of cardboard, paint and decorate them, and then hang your bird mobile from the ceiling! Let your kids’ creativity
Explore sound with glasses of water. This is a simple and fun experiment for kids that combines science, music, and art! Updated June 2025 I’m
How to make a travel art kit for kids with creative activities, printables, and basic art materials. Great for a plane or road trip! Updated
Here are the best butterfly art projects for kids. From watercolors to smush art to stained glass, these projects are fluttering with fun! Updated May
Want to see art in action? Check out The Artful Parent YouTube channel! We share easy and fun kids’ art videos that spark creativity. Updated
If you’d like to try Screen-Free Week this year, here’s a week’s worth of activities for kids with a focus on independent projects. Updated April
Explore 12 fun kids’ art projects inspired by famous artists. Each activity lets kids create their own version of art by famous artists! Here at
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