UNIT 01

CREATING WITH KIDS

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CREATING WITH KIDS DOESN’T REQUIRE A LOT OF FANCY SUPPLIES, A FORMAL WORKSPACE, OR HOURS ON END. Have lots of supplies on hand, a mix of high-quality materials and discount supplies bought in bulk. Tack fun images and photos to a corkboard and switch them out on a regular basis to inspire imagination. Accept that painting often results in a mess and learn to be okay with that. You and your kids will be happier and more creative as a result.

In this unit is some of my best advice: a list of “Basic Supplies,” a description of “How This Book Is Structured,” a list of “Basic Tips to Get You Started,” and a word about instilling ...

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