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Arts for Ages 3-5

Arts for Ages 3-5

 

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Personal Pennant
Make your own special flag.
Twinkle Stars
Help your little one make stars that really sparkle!
Sponge Prints
Explore textures and shapes while your little one makes prints.
Petal Prints
Use nature to create a masterpiece.

Painting & Drawing ActivitiesSee all

Bathtub Body Paint
Easy-off paint adds a new twist to playing in the tub.
The Real Me
Draw and compare two self-portraits.
Me and My Purple Crayon
by Risa Young
See what flows from your child's imagination with this colorful, book-inspired activity.
Shape Stamps
Help your child round up circular items and create art with them.

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The Language of Music
by Risa Young
Use rhythm instruments to communicate without words.
Musical Inspiration
by Robin Smith
Let your child's ears lead the way to visual creativity.
Moving to the Music
Through music and movement, your child discovers new ways to express his thoughts, ideas, and feelings.
Strike Up the Band
When you've got a group of preschoolers, let them sound off!

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