Packed with 52 fun and colorful exercises geared toward 3- to 6-year-olds, this book offers parents and teachers an outstanding source of creative art activities to inspire and enrich this wide-eyed and open-hearted age group.
Activities are
organized by medium
and
designed to encourage self-expression
. Each Lab also features the work of a prominent artist for inspiration. Gorgeous photography shows different results from different people using the same lesson, exemplifying the way the lesson brings out each artist’s personal style. Have fun:
drawing
with food coloring–tinted ice cubes.
painting
using a sponge bottle washer and tempera paints.
printmaking
using balloons, lace, and potatoes to place ink.
sculpting
with tinfoil, paper mache, and paper tubes.
creating
mixed media
art with fabric, wallpaper samples, and items from nature.
Targeting one of the most critical developmental periods for children,
Art Lab for Little Kids
is the perfect book for both parents and teachers who are seeking enriching and unique experiences to offer this age group. This inspirational book stands out as a unique reference for creating fine art with children through finding the student’s own voice, marks, and style and with
playful lessons that result in significant skill building
. The popular
Lab for Kids series
features a growing list of books that share
hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics
, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a
complete materials list
, clear
step-by-step photographs
of the process, as well as
finished samples
. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.