Category Archives: Artists and Masterpieces

Thankful Mandala Craft for Kids

What is a mandala?  The word mandala is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning “circle.”  Mandalas are found in different cultures and contain  special or even spiritual symbols. There are many beautiful mandalas!  As an art form, it was fun … Continue reading

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Painting Cakes, Candies, and Pies – Wayne Thiebaud for Young Kids!

Great Artists and Masterpieces are fun to present to young children.  The key is to help children learn about the artists and artworks in a way that isn’t all “lecture and listen.”  Art is meant to be hands-on;  for children, … Continue reading

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Super Heroes, Mismatched toys, and Non-Traditional Painting FUN!

 As in most classrooms, we have daily tasks that the children do.  Once a week, all of our children transform themselves into “Classroom Clean-up Super Heroes.” The children can choose what they wish to be and create accessories for the important … Continue reading

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