Arts and Crafts Activities
Looking for activities to show your child the fun side of learning? From science experiments and math games to writing projects and more, we've got you covered! Use the selector on the right to browse around, or narrow your search by grade and subject area.
How many times a day to you say "Use your words, not your hands" to your young children? Probably more than you'd like to count! Preschoolers need to learn about conflict resolution. And puppets can help!
Sick of hearing, "Mooo-oom! Can I watch TV?" The next time this common cry fills your living room, how about suggesting your child create a memorable program of his own?
More arts and crafts activities:
Make a Paper Pumpkin
These paper pumpkins will make festive centerpieces in your home this Halloween season.
Make a Crazy Pumpkin Character
Here's a silly activity that's a less dangerous version of pumpkin carving: using a small pumpkin and some fun materials, kids can bring their pumpkins to life!
Make a Plastic Cup Monster!
Learning about how plants grow is a building block in the preschool curriculum. Put a spine-tingling twist on this science concept with these fun cup monsters. They also make great homemade Halloween decor.
Make Halloween Shape Sticks
Here's a salt dough recipe that can be used to make ghostly character sticks for fun Halloween decor. They're easy to create, fun to decorate, and for once, provides a Halloween activity that doesn't involve sugar!
Make a Halloween Candle Holder
Nothing says Halloween like candlelight! For a ghostly arts and crafts activity that will give your child an introduction to the art of stained glass, give these candleholders a try. Your house will end up looking ripe for Halloween!
Make a Topographic Map!
Topographical maps are a great way to show students how three-dimensional objects can be represented on a one-dimensional page.
Color Science for Kinders!
Help your child explore chromatography (the process of separating colors or pigments) while creating a neat art project! Here's how to get started.
Make a Decorative Paperweight!
Using water, corn syrup, and sequins, your child can create a unique art project while exploring what happens when different liquids are mixed together!
Make Quick and Easy Bath Salts
Use the activity below to help your child create bath salts as she observes how a solid changes when placed in a liquid. These fragrant bath salts can be made to enjoy at home or package as a special gift for a friend!
Make a Windsock!
Windsocks are used to determine the wind direction and wind speed. Your preschooler can create a simple windsock using a colorful piece of tissue paper, a chenille stem, and yarn.
