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Below is a compilation of projects that we have done over the years. Some of which we have formal lesson plans and learning outcomes for, and others are projects that have just been done for fun.


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Bird Seed Sensory Table
Catching Worms
Caterpillar Finger Puppet
Caterpillar Hands
Colorful Carnations
Dirt and Worms Sensory Bin
Duck Race Sensory Play
Egg Carton Caterpillars
Egg Sound Shakers
Feather Observation
Five Little Ducks Finger Play
Flower Sensory Board
Flowerpot Feet
Footprint Carrot
Frog and Toad: Different and Alike
Frog Jump Measurement
Frog Rocks
Handprint Carrot Craft
Jell-O Frog Eyes
Loofa Lilies
Lily Pad Painting
Macaroni Metamorphosis
Marbled Flowers
Measuring with Worms
Muffin Tin Eggs
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Painting with Worms
Pond Sensory Bin
Pond Water Sensory Bottle
Q-Tip Easter Eggs
Rainbow Sensory Shaker
Rainbow Slime
Rainbow Threading
Sink or Float Vegetables
Spaghetti Nests
Summer Flowers
Vegetable Stamping
Worm Retelling


Open-Ended Art

There is a difference between open-ended and closed art experiences. Closed art are projects created by others.  Open-ended art is having no expectations about the product;  it’s all about the process.  The focus then is not trying to achieve a predetermined outcome, but instead exploring materials and experimenting with the process of creation.  The final outcome might be based on an idea or it might be abstract.  Open ended art is all about free choice, discovery, problem solving and imagination!

“Art opportunities should be open-ended experiences, offered daily, so as to not stifle a child’s own creativity. Open-ended art is developmentally appropriate at all developmental levels and abilities. These opportunities build a child’s self-esteem, eagerness to learn, fine motor skills, and confidence!” From Keeping Creativity Alive 

Open-Ended Art Resources
  • Children's Art: Process VERSUS Product   
  • Lansbury, Janet. “Are you putting the kibosh on creativity?” Elevating Child Care. Retrieved October 31, 2012 
  • Teaching for Artistic Behavior
  • Seven Good Things for You to Know About How the Arts Help Children Grow
  • Promoting Creativity for Life Using Open-Ended Materials, by Walter F. Drew and Baji Rankin
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  • Welcome
    • Lesson Plans
    • About Us
    • Young Infants
    • Mobile Infants
    • Toddler
    • Preschool
    • School Age
  • Child Care Courses
    • Child Care Course
    • Child Care Training
    • Self Study CDA Certificate Online
    • CDA Credential Renewal Certificate
    • FCCPC Renewal
    • HIV AIDS Bloodborne
    • Florida Director Credential Renewal
    • STARS Courses Online
    • 45 Hour Infant Toddler
    • Terms of Use
  • Educator Articles
    • Meet Our Educators >
      • Basic Sign Language A Resource for Educators
    • Guest Articles
  • Themes
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Fall
    • Winter
    • Sensory Fun
    • Dramatic Play
    • Literature
    • Montessori
    • Music and Movement
    • Playdough
  • Blogs
    • Activities through the Alphabet
    • Activities Through The Rainbow
    • Spring Curriculum Blog
    • Summer Curriculum Blog
    • Fall Curriculum Blog
    • Winter Curriculum Blog
    • Playdough Blog
    • Sensory Bottles and Bins 101