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Category: Think Play Create From Home

DIY: Abstract Quilts

February 2, 2021

In honor of Black History Month, learn how to create a patterned fiber artwork inspired by the African American quilts created by the Gee’s Bend

Create, Think Play Create From Home

Toddler Time at Home: Recycled Rocket

January 14, 2021

As part of our ScholarShare 529 Toddler Time at Home program, celebrate the story of Penguinaut! by Marcie Colleen and Emma Yarlett while also exploring

Think Play Create From Home, Toddlers

Toddler Time at Home: Winter Sensory Bag

December 16, 2020

As part of our ScholarShare 529 Toddler Time at Home program, create a winter sensory bag that your little one can squish, draw and fully

Think Play Create From Home, Toddlers

DIY: Teddy Bear Tote

December 1, 2020

Create a simple, no-sew tote for carrying your favorite things or stuffed friends using just scissors and a T-shirt. Repurpose an old T-shirt in this

Create, Think Play Create From Home

DIY: Paper Plate Turkey

November 24, 2020

Learn how to turn a paper plate into a turkey designed by you! Once you’re done, you can share your turkey with friends and family

Create, Think Play Create From Home

DIY: Holiday Pop-Up Card

November 13, 2020

Ring in the holiday season and explore engineering with this fun and simple pop-up card project! Turn two-dimensional paper into a three-dimensional, moving creation using

Create, Think Play Create From Home

Toddler Time at Home: Wet Chalk Painting

November 5, 2020

As part of our ScholarShare 529 Toddler Time at Home program, celebrate the story of Chalk by Bill Thomson while also exploring a creative project

Think Play Create From Home, Toddlers

DIY: Color + Light Catcher

November 4, 2020

Create a mini window mural exploring color and light inspired by Energized by Regan Russell now on view at the Museum. Enjoy the surprises that

Create, Think Play Create From Home

DIY: Mini Pumpkin Art

October 20, 2020

Transform a miniature pumpkin into a creepy crawler or silly creature to celebrate the Halloween season! Download the PDF version of this DIY tutorial here.

Create, Think Play Create From Home

Toddler Time at Home: Paper Bag Pumpkins

October 7, 2020

As part of our ScholarShare 529 Toddler Time at Home program, we’re making pumpkins out of paper bags with our little ones! Celebrate the fall

Think Play Create From Home, Toddlers

DIY: Name Monster Drawing

October 5, 2020

Create a fantastical creature or monster from your name! Explore symmetry as you design a one-of-a-kind monster using markers and your imagination.

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Toddler Time at Home: Rainsticks

September 30, 2020

As part of our ScholarShare 529 Toddler Time at Home program, we will be making rainsticks out of simple home materials with our little ones!

Think Play Create From Home, Toddlers
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