Crafty Kids programs go beyond teaching children how to paint or draw—they ignite the creative spark within each child, fostering imagination and innovation. Our lessons encourage self-expression, build discipline, and instill a sense of pride, accomplishment, and confidence. Through hands-on art experiences, children also develop valuable skills that extend beyond the canvas, including enhanced problem-solving, critical thinking, and social collaboration. Research shows that creative activities improve academic performance, boost test scores, and cultivate a positive attitude toward learning, making Crafty Kids an investment in both artistic and academic growth.

Drawing and Illustration

Simple Drawing Techniques: Learn basic shapes (circle, square, triangle) and how to combine them to form various objects.                                                                                        

Line Art: Practice using different lines to create patterns, shapes, and designs.                         

Drawing from Observation: Practice drawing objects like fruits, toys, or plants from real life.

(6 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Exploring Colour and Texture

Colour Mixing: Learn primary and secondary colours through hands-on mixing activities. Colour

Theory Basics: Introduce the concept of warm and cool colours, and how colours evoke emotions.

Texture Exploration: Create textured art using materials like fabric, sand, paper, and clay. Watercolour Play: Experiment with gradients, wet-on-wet techniques, and salt texture in watercolour painting.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Painting and Visual Art

Dot Painting (Pointillism): Introduce the technique of painting with small dots using brushes or cotton swabs.

Nature-Inspired Paintings: Create vibrant paintings using leaves, flowers, and natural elements as your inspiration for detailed observational art.

Sponge Painting: Create textured effects using sponges to apply acrylic or watercolour paints.

(6 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Crafting and Collage

Collage Landscape: Create a vibrant landscape using torn paper, fabric, and magazine clippings.

Collage Self-Portrait: Design a unique portrait by using magazine, fabric for hair and clothing, and textured materials like buttons or beads for added depth.

Collage of Everyday Objects: Build a playful still life scene by combining torn paper, fabric, and magazine clippings.

(6 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Sculpture and 3D Art

Clay Modelling: Shape intricate sculptures and decorative pieces using air-dry clay, exploring texture, form, and creative design.

Recycled Art Sculptures: Transform everyday materials into striking 3D masterpieces. These hands-on projects encourage creativity while promoting sustainability through repurposing.

Paper Mâché: Make fun sculptures using paper mâché (masks, pots, etc.).

(6 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Printmaking

Leaf Prints: Use various leaves as stamps to create textured prints with ink or paint.

Bubble Wrap Printing: Roll paint over bubble wrap and press it onto paper to create a unique texture.

Stamp and Stencil Art: Introduce rubber stamps or hand-cut stencils for children to print patterns on cards or papers.

(6 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Nature and Environmental Art

Leaf and Flower Art: Collect leaves and flowers to create pressed art or nature prints.

Rock Painting: Decorate rocks to create unique art pieces, such as animals, patterns, or inspirational messages.

Shell Art: Use shells to create beautiful and textured artworks, from mosaics to detailed designs.

Eco-Art Projects: Explore nature conservation through creative projects using a variety of recycled materials.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Themed Art Projects

Animal Art: Draw or sculpt different animals and introduce fun facts about them.

Underwater Adventures: Create ocean scenes using a variety of media (paint, fabric, paper).

Space and Stars: Explore outer space through themed crafts like creating planets, rockets, and constellations.

Seasonal Crafts: Create art based on seasons, such as snowflakes for winter, flowers for spring, or leaves for autumn.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Cultural Art

Emirati Fabric Sadu: Create simple pattern of famous traditional Emirati fabric Sadu with mix- media.

Aboriginal Dot Painting: Introduce simple Aboriginal dot painting techniques, focusing on patterns and storytelling.

African Mask Making: Craft masks using paper, beads, and colourful paint.

Mexican Papel Picado: Create colourful paper cuttings that represent Mexican cultural traditions.

Japanese Kokeshi Dolls: Use simple shapes to create Kokeshi-style dolls with painted features.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Art Appreciation & History

The Origin of Art - Cave Paintings: Explore the earliest form of art through ancient cave paintings, teaching kids about the history and significance of these early artistic expressions.

Famous Artists: Introduce kids to famous artists like Van Gogh, Picasso, or Monet, and recreate some of their simple works.

Art from Around the World: Introduce children to global art forms like Chinese brush painting, Native American beadwork, and Aboriginal rock art.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

The Painting Studio

Famous Artists: Introduce kids to renowned artists like Van Gogh, Picasso, or Monet, and recreate some of their iconic works.

Art Movements: Explore influential art movements like Impressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism, helping kids understand the evolution of art and its ideologies.

Modern Art: Delve into contemporary artists and styles, inspiring kids to connect with current trends and express their own unique creativity.

The Canvas: Personal Expression: Students will immerse themselves in composition and intentional expression, creating vibrant and unique canvas artworks inspired by a chosen artist or art movement.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Mastering the Elements of Art

Mastery of Value & Light: Practice shading techniques to capture light and shadow in observational

Colour Theory & Application: Apply colour theory principles in exercises, focusing on complementary and analogous colour schemes in mixed-media painting.

Brushwork Mastery: Refine brush techniques in acrylic, watercolour, and oil painting, focusing on texture, fluidity, and layering.

The Canvas: Create expressive works on canvas, experimenting with composition, colour, and emotional impact in various styles like still-life and pop art.

(8 sessions, 1.5 hour per session)

Crafty Kids Program Goals

The Crafty Kids program nurtures imagination and self-expression through immersive artistic experiences, empowering children to hone critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while cultivating confidence and a lifelong passion for the arts. 

Creative Expression

Cultivate personal artistic skills and self-assurance.

Cognitive Development

Strengthen problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.

Social Competence

Enhance collaboration, communication, and teamwork through group projects.

Academic Enrichment

Boost academic performance and foster a positive approach to learning.

Innovative Thinking

Develop a mindset of creativity, originality, and innovation.