Water art projects for kids

The book We Are Water Protectors is a perfect book to read for Earth Day. In the story written by Carole Lindstrom and illustrated by Michaela Goade is about indigenous led movements to safeguard the Earth's water. While reading this story or after the story asking questions to a child or children really can deepen their understanding of the importance of water. You can ask questions like: How is water used daily? Where does water come from? What can poison water? What can we do to save…

We had our first beach day of the year recently, and it was just so lovely! As I was watching my kids splash and play in the water, the waves gently rolling in, it reminded me of the straw blowing art project we created as part of our Ocean Unit Study. So today, I thought

Bubble painting is so much fun! Both kids and adults will have a blast experimenting with this unique way of painting without a paintbrush. Turn your bubble art into monsters, flowers, or leave it as abstract art - it's so much fun to experiment with this technique! To make these colourful paintings, simply combine dish soap, water, and paint. Then use a straw to blow bubbles in the mixture and press the paper onto the bubbles. It's such an easy process, but it creates beautiful, unique…

What happens when you mix oil, food coloring, and water? ART! Grab the supplies from your kitchen cupboards and create this cool oil and water art project.

My kids were amazed the first time they tried this Fine Motor Skills Water Art. The water creates all kinds of cool patterns and art while being a great fine motor activity.

Of all the art and science projects that I have done, lemon and watercolor science has been my #1 fave for YEARS! Let's get started.

If making a blue and green planet collage seems a little daunting, here’s another idea. Just draw a large drop of water on a roll of white paper and glue swatches of blue all over it. Try to place the

Fizzy art is a fun process art activity for the kids that requires just a few basic supplies. This colorful STEAM project is low prep and engaging!

Try this easy water drop printing activity, where art and science collide!

Use paint and straws to make adorable spring process art raindrops. Your children will enjoy the process, and their parents will enjoy the finished product!