Children have an innate sense of symmetry. They look for balance and order in the real world naturally. As a teacher, it is important to build on this inner ability. A student is better able to learn a concept when they have hands-on experience with it. As an art teacher, I can not stress […]
Back to School Idea: I Can Do It Jar (with free printable)
Toward the end of last school year, my son’s teacher had her class do a project that I just had to share here: the “I Can Do It” Jar. My son loved thinking of all the things he could do like feed his dog, write his name, and read a book. This activity makes perfect […]
DIY Spiral Tie Dye for Kids
Summer just isn’t summer without tie dying! Todays step by step tutorial covers how to make a spiral tie dye pattern on a shirt! My son and our neighbor made these colorful shirts! It’s a very simple process just follow my guided steps below. Tulip One Step Tie Dye washed and dried white t-shirt rubber […]
Pirate Treasure Map: Fine Motor Activity
Cutting and drawing are fine motor skills every child needs to master. Develop them by cutting, arranging, and pasting our free pirate images to create your very own pirate treasure map! Our treasure hunt took us around the yard. Where will your map take you? scissor paper glue markers Cut out the black and white pirate […]
Pirate Treasure Chest Craft
Welcome to Summer Fun 101 here at The Classroom Creative. We are kicking off thematic weeks for you all to fill your summer schools, homeschools, and camps with plenty of creativity and learning ideas. Let’s kick off the summer months with PIRATE WEEK! I’m all about crafting on the cheap. Years of teaching in underfunded […]