1. Nature Collage

Take a walk and collect leaves, flowers, and small sticks. Use them to create a collage on a piece of paper. You can glue them down in fun shapes or patterns for a natural masterpiece.

2. Paper Plate Masks

Grab a few paper plates and let your kids paint or color them to create animal or superhero masks. Cut out eye holes and attach a string or stick for some imaginative role play.

3. Recycled Sculpture

Gather recyclable items like cardboard boxes, bottle caps, and paper towel tubes. Let your kids use tape or glue to build a unique sculpture from the materials you already have at home.

4. Finger Painting with a Twist

Instead of using regular paint, mix some flour, water, and food coloring to make homemade finger paint. It’s non-toxic and fun for younger kids to explore with their hands.

5. Magazine Collage Art

Take old magazines and let your kids cut out pictures, words, or patterns they like. Then, help them arrange and glue the cutouts onto paper to make a creative, personalized collage.

Each of these projects encourages creativity and is cost-free, using materials you likely already have around the house!