Projects + Activities for Little Ones
Preschool-Lower Elementary
Dear Dragon and Cardboard Dragon Craft
Youtube link to picture book Dear Dragon and paper tube dragon craft - With simple movement activity for kids
Pout-Pout Fish and Watercolor + Salt Jellyfish
Youtube link to picture book The Pout-Pout Fish read aloud and jellyfish craft - With simple movement activity for kids
In My Heart and No-Sew Felt Hearts
Youtube link to picture book In My Heart and no-sew felt heart craft; With simple movement activity for kids
Our Favorite Picture Books for Kids
A list (with Youtube links) to some of our favorite picture books dealing with BIG feelings and emotions
Watercolor Worry Monsters
Straw blown watercolors make friendly monsters to carry kids’ worries
Settle Jars
Glitter filled jars help kids calm their brain and body, teaching self-regulation
Calming Crayon Doodles + Watercolor
5 Calming Breathing Exercises for Kids
No-Sew Breathing Buddies
Lauren’s Favorite Projects
A short list curated by art teacher + Paint Love artist Lauren Phillips
Our Favorite Blogs of Arts + Crafts for Kids