Raising kids, and the family life around them.
The Artful Parent is a site about raising children and family life. We publish practical guidance for parents, plain-language writing about how kids grow, and honest pieces about life at home. Art and play is one part of that: ideas any family can use, whether or not anyone at home thinks of themselves as crafty.
What we cover
Routines, rituals and the ordinary choices that shape a home, for parents and the grandparents and caregivers who help raise kids.
How children learn, feel and become themselves, explained through everyday family life and backed by evidence we link to.
Making and playing together, from drawing and sensory play to a simple project at the kitchen table. The steps are written for any family, not only ones that already love crafts.
Activities, traditions and time together for the seasons and holidays that shape the family year.
Personal essays about raising kids and family life.
Raising kids is the subject. Art and play is one useful way families connect, and it belongs in any household.
Who makes it
The Artful Parent is written and edited by a small team of writers, editors and parents. Every article is reviewed and approved by a member of our editorial team before it's published. We lean on AI for research and getting a draft started, but the person whose name is on the article checks the facts and owns what goes live. Meet our writers on the Masthead.
Editorial standards
We link to the sources behind our claims, say clearly what is evidence and what is opinion, and correct our mistakes in the open. Read our Editorial Policy →
Corrections
Found an error? Email [email protected] with the article URL and what needs fixing. Material corrections carry a dated note. How corrections work →
Get in touch
General enquiries: [email protected]
Ownership & independence
The Artful Parent is published by Brown Brothers Media. Display advertising is served by Adnimation / Setupad, with Taboola content recommendations. Editorial decisions are independent of advertisers and sponsors.