What Makes Us Different? A Social Activity for Kids
Children are constantly being bombarded with images and messages about how they are supposed to act, and who they are supposed to be. It is easy for kids to get…
Arts and crafts are traditionally a large part of programming for after school programs. Some may say it is the meat and potatoes of the after school soup. These activities have many benefits. They develop fine motor skills, promote creativity and build friendships. However, in order to get kids engaging in these craft activities we need to present new and interesting projects.
Thatafterschoollife.com has put together over 50 new arts and craft activities for school age kids. Weather kids are crafting a keepsake or building an amazing statue, these projects will take your after school program to the next level of engagement.
Children are constantly being bombarded with images and messages about how they are supposed to act, and who they are supposed to be. It is easy for kids to get…
Get kids crafting with simple supplies you have on hand. Create beautiful coffee filter flowers with just a coffee filter, pipe cleaner, markers and water. Supplies for Flowers Coffee filters…
This fun pony bead sun catcher activity will get kids designing a work of art. Get kids developing fine motor development with this simple craft project. Supplies Large amount of…
Build creativity with this spot the difference activity. Grab a camera, and a few supplies and create a fun one of a kind spot the difference game! What is a…
Create one of a kind masks using plaster wrap. This messy art project allows kids to tap into there inner artist while creating a one of a kind keepsake. Supplies…
Recycled crayon candles craft for kids is a earth friendly way of getting rid of old crayons and turning them into a beautiful candle. Supplies Old or unwanted CrayonsMason…
Kids will enjoy crafting a ghost using simple supplies, like cheese cloth, and starch. Embrace the Halloween spirit with this fun craft for school age kids. Supplies Wax or parchment…
Flashlight art is a fun craft activity for kids. This unique craft has children draw a design and bring it to life with a flashlight. Supplies Paper or Styrofoam cupPush…
Kick off your secret agent unit by creating one of a kind secret agent IDs. Kids will create a fun alter ego using creativity and out side the box thinking.…
Learn how to make juggling balls using flour and balloons. This fun craft will inspire kids to try their hand at juggling and maybe find a hidden talent. Juggling Ball…
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