Open ended toys foster play, creativity, and imagination. Here is a list of the best open-ended toys for kids, focusing on construction and pretend play.
DIY portable art kits for kids that are easy to create, fun to use, and great for family travel. Help kids be creative wherever they
I am brimming with book news and excitement. Over the past couple of years, The Artful Parent, my first book, has been translated into a
Do you know what the best kids paints are? I’ve been trying and testing a large variety of children’s paints for years. Years. And I keep coming back
You can never really do too many color mixing activities with kids, right? There is always an unexplored medium, a way to extend a familiar activity
Written by MaryAnn F. Kohl, Author of 25 Children’s Art Activity Books Do you go on high alert when someone says, “I’ve been thinking!”? Do
Post by Jamie Hand Do you remember the Lay’s potato chip commercial, “you can’t eat just one”? Well, with gelatin printmaking, I bet you can’t
In which I discuss how to make your own chalkboard and pretend it was two years ago (when I actually made this particular outdoor chalkboard)
We had over 800 people take Artful Parenting 101 courses last year, which was amazing. This FAQ is in response to the e-mails and questions I
I am proud and excited to announce that my Artful Parenting 101 online courses for parents are open for enrollment! These courses are for parents and
Updated May 2021 When I asked for your questions and problems in a recent newsletter, several people emailed asking me about drawing for kids and specifically on how
I don’t buy coloring books for my kids and never have. I understand that you might feel like I’m attacking a sacred childhood institution but let
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