Camp Au Pair – Art Experiences

Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme is Art Experiences.
Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to art can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Art Experiences pinboard.
Culture Sharing – Share any specific forms of art that are popular in your home country (mosaics, origami, murals, fabric dying, etc.) Are there any famous artists from your country that you could share their works with your host kids? Field Trips can be a great way for kids to learn and have new experiences. Get permission from your host parents before any outings. Check the websites before you go to be sure you understand the hours, costs, and whether advance tickets/reservations are required. Online Art Fun – Here is a great website with lots of art activities including ones for older kids. Webcams – You can do a google search for art websites with webcams. Here are a few to get you started: Videos – Look for fun videos on YouTube about drawing and all kinds of art.   Books – Stop by your local library and look for books on famous artists and art. Check YouTube for books on art being read aloud:

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6 thoughts on “Camp Au Pair – Art Experiences

  1. ginggray

    It’s so inspiring to see how creativity brings everyone together. Have you tried incorporating any of those techniques into your daily life? Also, the snake sounds intriguing—perfect for a break after art sessions!

  2. ginggray

    Have you tried incorporating any of those techniques into your daily life? Also, the snake sounds intriguing—perfect for a break after art sessions!

  3. Lisa Whitfield

    What a wonderful way to encourage creativity and imagination! Art activities are such a great addition to a summer camp experience because they give children a chance to explore new ideas, express themselves, and build confidence while having fun. Thanks for sharing it and geometry dash spam which is awesome.

  4. Lisa Whitfield

    What a wonderful way to encourage creativity and imagination! Art activities are such a great addition to a summer camp experience because they give children a chance to explore new ideas, express themselves, and build confidence while having fun. Thanks for sharing it and geometry dash which is awesome.

  5. Julas

    The virtual museum tour links are a lifesaver for rainy days—my host kids went wild for the glass blowing webcam, and we ended up turning it into a whole afternoon of YouTube art videos. I also love the idea of sharing Moroccan zellige tile patterns as a culture-sharing activity, since it’s such a hands-on way to talk about home. If you’re ever looking for more screen-free craft inspiration, I’ve rounded up some similar projects on VerityMinecraft.

  6. Easy Games

    Reading about Camp Au Pair art experiences on the blog offers great creative activity ideas! Planning engaging art crafts, fostering child development, and organizing fun summer cultural projects are definitely not Easy Games, but creative host family activities like this help young children learn, express themselves, and grow!

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