In this fun art project for kids, we're diving in the wonderful world of art history by recreating Gustav Klimt's Tree of Life... kids-style! During the making of this Gustav Klimt for kids project, you can encourage children to use their creativity and imagination, share some of Klimt's story, and even use it as an opportunity to teach some basic colour concepts!

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Sense of touch activities are GREAT for toddlers, preschoolers, and even older kids. With this Sensory Walk, kids will explore the sense of touch using their feet! We use our hands during sensory play as we explore different textures frequently, but this sensory activity is a little different. Children are encouraged to feel different surfaces and materials with their feet instead. Scroll down for step by step directions to help you setup your own sensory walk activity!

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Have fun making self-portraits! Kids can practice fine motor skills and let their creativity take over making this adorable All About Me Craft. Using card stock, our free all about me template and some markers you can make this mix and match self-portrait craft, no expensive materials necessary! It’s a great back to school craft that can help kids get used to their new routines as we welcome them back to the classroom!  

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Wow your kids with this adorable The Very Hungry Caterpillar Puppet Craft! Inspired by the book "The Very Hungry Caterpillar " this is a fantastic book craft that any little one will love doing! This cute hungry caterpillar craft is easy to make and you only need paper and popsicle sticks to make it. Our free printable caterpillar template makes it a whole lot easier!

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If you've ever found yourself wondering what sensory play is, why you should care, and what is the real point... you aren't alone. Sensory play is a very new concept for many parents. With the amount of sensory play activities we regularly engage in, I thought it was time to talk about the importance of engaging in sensory play. I've even included some sensory play ideas to get you started below!

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Make bath time extra-fun by adding some coloured bubbles with this Kids Bath Paint Recipe! Mixing cornstarch, soap, and some bright pigments, we made this awesome homemade bath paint, and let me tell you, the kids loved it! It's a fabulous way to make bath time more fun and manageable, especially if your toddler or preschooler is going thought the dreadful stage of bath-avoidance!

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Add some fizz to your crafting projects with this Fizzy Paint Apple Craft! Kids will love making this apple craft, the fizzy paint is a special add on that will keep the kids engaged and entertained for hours! This is a no fuss project, it only takes a few minutes to whip up and our free apple template makes the whole thing so much easier.

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Looking for some fun new ways to explore art with kids? Kids of all ages (from preschoolers upwards) will really enjoy this Andy Warhol art for kids. It's such a fun way to explore colours and various art mediums. The best part - this Andy Warhol for kids is SUPER easy to do. Follow the step-by-step directions below to get started with this fun pop art for kids project!

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Kids will have so much fun exploring colours and shapes in a new way with this Kandinsky circles painting for kids! Making art with circles is such an exciting way to experience art, inspired by Kandinsky's Squares with Concentric Circles. The best part about this Kandinsky circle art for kids is that it's pretty easy to do, especially with the free template we've included. Follow the step by step directions below to get started on your own Kandinsky for kids art project.

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School is almost back in session, can you believe it? This school year is looking a little different to usual, but for those heading back to school in the near future this is the perfect back to school gift. This back to school teacher gift idea is sure to make both teachers and students smile. It's such a cute idea and it makes a great student gift from a teacher, as well as a being fun for a student to gift to a teacher. We have included a free printable gift tag to make it as easy as possible. Scroll down below for step by step directions!

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