The Creative Child

Using Props to Sing with Children

April 18, 2012
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This post is by regular contributor Kate Fairlie of Picklebums. I am not the world’s best singer and that’s okay. It doesn’t stop me from singing to my kids. Singing to and with young children is important. It assists language acquisition, can soothe a troubled moment, capture their imagination, make them laugh and introduce new [...]

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One activity, four ways: Texture

February 28, 2012
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One activity, four ways is a new, regular feature on Childhood 101. I am often asked how to modify an activity idea or resource for children who are younger or older than Immy, or how to involve children of different ages in an activity. One activity, four ways will take one idea (or resource) and [...]

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One activity, four ways: Tape It Up!

January 31, 2012
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One activity, four ways will be a new, regular feature on Childhood 101. I am often asked how to modify an activity idea or resource for children who are younger or older than Immy, or how to involve children of different ages in an activity. One activity, four ways will take one idea (or resource) [...]

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Popular Posts of 2011: Getting Arty!

December 30, 2011
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Need inspiration for getting arty with your kids? Why not start with these popular creative fun posts from 2011… Dripping With Paint Working on Canvas Cath’s post, 20 Ways to Get Arty Outdoors Using Tape to Create BIG murals Clay and Egg Shell Mosaic You’ll find even more ideas for creating art with kids in [...]

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Play Ideas: Treasure Baskets & Discovery Boxes for Babies and Bigger Kids

December 6, 2011
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Today I welcome Anna of The Imagination Tree who is sharing her inspiring discovery boxes with us. When I first saw Anna post about the discovery box I thought, “Wow, that is such a great idea,” and I still love how wonderful they are for encouraging creative, open ended play! Young children learn about the [...]

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Puppet Fun: Making and Playing With Puppets

November 8, 2011

I am taking a little time offline this week to spend with family and to try and kick the final symptoms of my recent illness.  Fortunately, I have some great blogging friends who have offered to help me out with a series of fabulous guest posts. I hope you all enjoy this playful post by [...]

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Kids Art: 5 Ways With Body Outlines

November 1, 2011

Young children often love it when you trace around their body and here are five suggestions for getting the most out of this fun, creative experience (and the ideas aren’t just limited to the lil ones!) Drawing: Because of the large surface area of body outlines, it is a good idea to think carefully about [...]

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Kids Art: Further Conversations About Drawing

October 6, 2011

“There is one golden rule to observe when talking with a child about their artwork – NEVER assume you know the story behind the creation. Try to avoid asking, “What is it?” or guessing what they have created as this can be very discouraging if you are wrong.” – From Art Not Craft: The Process [...]

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