Art and craft for children is often looked at as just having fun but children can learn a lot through this informal activity. Not only can it aid learning in other key areas like maths, language and science but it can also improve a childs fine motor skills. Children love to experiment and we have 5 activities that will help them achieve this.
1. Make a Mexican Pinata
When kids think of a Pinata they think lollies galore, so this activity is sure to keep their interests high. You can also give them a history lesson on how the Piñata came to be and that it was originally filled with fruit and nuts not as exciting as the ones we see at our birthday parties today! For your basic piñata, start with a balloon, some newspaper strips, flour glue and paint for decorating. Once dry, cut a small hole in the top, fill it with lollies and hit away!
2. Write a Story Book and Illustrate It
If the children are still to young to write, ask them to tell you the story so you can write it for them and they can illustrate each page accordingly. They can even illustrate their story through collage rather than traditional methods. This activity allows children to explore their imagination and extend their creative writing skills. It also makes a great keepsake for later years.
