Loose part art ideas

Make learning fun and hands-on with this huge collection of loose parts play ideas.

Loose Parts Play - what is it, why is it cool, and what do you need to do it?

"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge."

The use of natural loose parts is popular in Reggio Inspired classrooms. Whether you follow the Reggio philosophy or not, using natural loose parts in your learning invitations to play has many benefits. In this blog post you will discover what natural loose parts are and the benefits of using loose parts play in your classroom. Read on to find out how you can use easily sourced loose parts from nature and get started with natural loose parts play in your classroom.

Here is a fun loose parts preschool activity that is so much fun! It comes with many benefits and skills such as fine motor play, hand/eye coordination and

100 Tuff Tray Play Ideas! The popular Tuff Tray is such a versatile resource to have for children at home or in your setting. With or without a stand it can be used for many small world set ups, me…

Are you looking for ideas for loose parts play items that don't cost a lot? Here are some of our favourites ...

Unlock the power of creativity! Dive into why kids thrive with process-oriented art in our enlightening blog post. Discover how embracing the journey, not just the outcome, fosters imagination, problem-solving, and a lifelong love for self-expression. Let's champion the process and empower young minds to explore, experiment, and create without bounds. Elevate their artistic journey today! 🌈🌟

Upcycle a vinyl record and glue loose parts on it to create these beautiful mandalas for kids. This is a relaxing process art activity for kids. via @The Artful Parent

Invitation to Create a Self Portrait with Loose PartsSelf portraits are actually a key part of learning and personal development. When they are creating a self portrait it allows the maximum amoun

Excercise those fine motor muscles and engaging in a fun collaborative art project for toddlers and preschoolers with this Decorate a Tree Loose Parts Play.

Mirrors add a magical element to play setups. Here are some ideas for how to use them for play + creating ...Mirrors are a fun material to use for play, art and learning! There are many possibilities for the ways they can be used. They also add a sense of awe and wonder to play through experimentation with the reflections created. Keep reading to find out some the ways we have been exploring using mirrors at home.There are 3 types of mirrors used for play and art as shown below. These…

What Are Loose Parts - Bring Back Children’s Play

Make your own sun painting masterpieces with these fun summer designs and easy-to-follow instructions. All you need is fabric, acrylic paint, and cardstock!

Great idea for team building activity, or even presenting to the class. Have students build something and then explain what they built to the class or group.

Learn why including loose materials and process art in your lesson plans is important. Children will love creating messy art with this fun Dump Art Activity!