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Get creative at home and in the classroom with our how to craft activities for early years and primary children


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Hey! Clay! 2019. Image by Iona Wolff

Under the sea collage adventure
Voyage into the deep and make an underwater collage using scraps of card and paper in this craft activity. Tear, cut, stick, tell stories and learn about shapes. Early years and above, ages 3+.

Drawing ourselves
Make a drawing of yourself and then add colour and texture using printing and rubbings. Early years and above, ages 3+.

Nonsense object challenge

Nonsense object mood board
Be inspired by ceramicist Richard Slee and make an amazing imaginary object from recycled materials. Extra points if it’s really silly. Key Stage 1 and above, ages 5+

Seasonal sculptures

Seasonal sculpture mood board
Create a sculpture inspired by your favourite season in this craft activity. Key Stage 1 and above, ages 5+

Shibori tie dyeing

Shibori mood board
Craft activity exploring Shibori tie dye, a Japanese technique for dyeing fabric. Dye recycled fabric bright yellow using just kitchen ingredients! Key Stage 2 and above, ages 7+

History through craft

History through craft mood board
Create your own historical costume using recycled materials. Key Stage 2 and above, ages 7+


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