Artistic Expression
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From painting vibrant masterpieces and crafting imaginative costumes to singing, dancing, and performing in a mini theater production, every moment is filled with fun and exploration. With opportunities to create, perform, and express themselves through music, art, and movement, your child will build confidence and make memories to last a lifetime.
Let their creativity shine in this magical week of discovery—where every brushstroke, dance move, and giggle are a masterpiece in the making!
Special Features: Mr. Softee visit and special artist guest.
Daily Activities
Day 1: Messy Art & Exploration
- Activity 1: Finger Painting Fun
Explore color and texture through finger painting using edible, child-safe paints. - Activity 2: Storytime Art
Listen to a fun story and create artwork inspired by the tale. - Activity 3: DIY Instruments
Make tambourines using paper plates, jingle bells, and beads, then use them for a music session.
Day 2: Nature-Inspired Creativity
- Activity 1: Nature Walk & Collection
Gather leaves, flowers, and twigs from nature to use in artwork. - Activity 2: Nature Collages
Create beautiful collages with the collected natural elements. - Activity 3: Group Nature Mural
Work together to design a large mural showcasing everyone’s favorite elements of nature.
Day 3: Colorful Crafts Day
- Activity 1: Canvas Painting
Paint personal masterpieces on mini canvases to take home. - Activity 2: Edible Art Creations
Create colorful “paintings” using fruits, sprinkles, and edible decorations. - Activity 3: Rainbow Science Experiment
Explore color mixing by creating a rainbow with simple science techniques.
Day 4: Theatrical Day
- Activity 1: Set & Prop Design
Build a set using cardboard, paints, and craft supplies. - Activity 2: Costume and Mask Creation
Make costumes and masks to wear for the performance. - Activity 3: Mini-Theater Performance
Sell pretend tickets and perform a show based on a chosen theme.
Day 5: Celebration of Creativity
- Activity 1: Art Show & Showcase
Display all the week’s creations in an art gallery for parents and teachers to admire. - Activity 2: Collaborative Music Session
Play songs together using the tambourines and instruments made earlier in the week. - Activity 3: Giant Puzzle: Each child decorates a large puzzle piece (made from sturdy cardboard or foam) with their favorite colors, designs, and artistic touches from the week. Once all the pieces are complete, the group assembles them into a giant puzzle showcasing their collective creativity. The puzzle can feature an overarching theme (e.g., “Our Artistic Adventure”) and serve as a keepsake for the school.
Take-Home Items
- Finger-painted artwork
- Hand-decorated tambourine
- Nature collage and mural photo
- Personal canvas painting
- Handmade costume and mask
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