The August art session with my little "firsties" was a HUGE success. We created "Wild About 1st Grade" self-portraits. They turned out so dang cute! It was a lot of fun to combine some guided art along with "do your own thing" directions. The bulletin board is adorable. We'll be adding their writing prompt responses to "I'm WILD About 1st Grade Because..." as soon as we finish the edit process. I created a file with the guided art directions, supply list, and writing prompts. Feel free to…

At the beginning of the school year, I am always looking for easy and fun school themed activities for my students like this Simple Shape Pencil Craft. When creating this back-to-school craft, young children will not only review what triangles and rectangles are, but also work on developing their fine motor skills. I use this craft as a way to assess how my students follow directions too. via @dabofgluewilldo

How often do you join in when your kids are creating? Doodle Names is a drawing project that parents and kids can enjoy working on side-by-side. I find that my girls and I always have interesting conversations while we sit and draw together. Plus, doodling is fun and relaxing! To get started, write your name … Continued

It's that time of year again where kids, parents, and teachers are preparing for back to school season. Here are over two dozen easy crafts to get preschoolers excited for a new school year!

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Get the kids excited for back to school with these fun back to school crafts for kids. Find 15 back to school crafts that are easy and frugal to make. #onecrazymom #backtoschool #backtoschoolideas #backtoschoolcrafts #craftsforkids #craftsforchildren #craftsforkidseasy #craftsforkidstomake

My twins recently had an art themed birthday party. A good time was had by all, but I totally over estimated how many kids would be wanting to paint on a 95 degree day, when

This adorable scribble art project is a perfect way to ease into the year and practice early skills while creating fun, bright works of art.

36 Elementary Art Lessons for Kids - one for every week of the school year! Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, scout leaders, and parents!