2012 SACHS Blog Carnival – Fun Ideas for Creative Learning

Each age has different aspects for creative learning. Since my kids are all under 6 it is easier to get things together.

One of the best activities we do – which we followed a blog for years ago but it can to an end was Open Ended Art. We chose either just a few supplies or use a specific topic, if the kids are old enough give an explanation and let them create.

(Elijah’s Henri Matisse impression or something)

Another Aspect of Early Creative learning is Home made activities. There are too many ideas for the preschool age.
I love sensory boxes. It could have a theme or just be fun!

The small Sandbox is a Great learning tool for kids. By inserting a piece of textured paper – like sandpaper – you can promote  a different experience too.
This is great for writing letters or drawing shapes.
A bag of dry powder paint would be equally fun.

Toys can be made by drawing a few things (or downloaded and printed), by sticking some things together too. Here is a fine motor activity my 2yr old daughter loves. She is feeding the cat. The Cat was printed off a website (going to look for it), and using discs to feed into the mouth – the cat face is attached to the bucket using prestik. You could always gut out little fish and laminate them too – but I am too lazy for that one.

Some other learning ideas:

* For my smaller child – Get a large “sandpit” shell…cut loads of coloured cellophane, add in some balls, animals, plastic scourers, sponges, cars, use raffia – any sensory item but preferably safe.

* Shaving cream goes a Long way in this house – we spray some on the glass door and the kids have at it. It is easy to clean but lots of fun.

* Use an  medium to large Canvas Art board (PNP hyper or Makro sells them ) and put out some blobs of tempera paint. Kids “paint” a worthy picture!

* If you are stuck for an idea – take a book, read it and plan a craft to go with it – the ideas come easily if I have a topic. -

Have a Creative and Fun learning Journey
Blessings