Making art together is a fun way to start conversations and discover new areas of interest between you and your child. The projects below are easy to make with objects and materials from your home. Have fun experimenting!
Recycled plastic bottles become magical when you fill them with simple objects. Fill your bottle with objects. Make as many bottles as you like. Talk with your child about what you see and how the objects move and sound as you shake your bottle.
Celebrate nature by creating a Sun Catcher to hang on your window! As you look outside, talk together with your child about the weather and what they see.
With your child, create animal puppets from recycled materials around the house. Your puppet can express emotions and practice telling stories.
Use small objects, toys, pictures, and more from your home to start conversations and tell stories with your child.
Create a family book to share your family’s stories. As your child grows, include their artwork and take turns sharing stories together.