SCHOOLS HALF DAY THERAPEUTIC ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOP HALF DAY

SCHOOLS HALF DAY THERAPEUTIC ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOP HALF DAY
£125.00

 Creative Minds, Happy Hearts –

Looking for a joyful way to spark creativity, build confidence, and help children express themselves? Our workshops are the perfect blend of play, imagination, and emotional wellbeing.

In each session, children explore exciting projects — from colourful collages and clay creations to mindful painting and nature-inspired crafts.

These workshops are designed to boost self-esteem and creative thinking, Support emotional expression in a safe, nurturing space also encourage teamwork, patience, and problem-solving.

when ordering please fill in form with dates required, and which workshop(s) you want to discuss.

Art therapy activities for kids provide a creative outlet to support their personal and emotional development, especially when they struggle to express themselves verbally. With the right medium, you can help your child become more self-aware, socially skilled, and confident in their abilities. Discover 15 art therapy ideas for kids of all ages.

15 Art Therapy Ideas for Kids

  1. Feelings Wheel Collage: Have children create a collage using magazine cut-outs and drawings to illustrate different emotions.
  2. Draw Your Safe Place: Encourage kids to draw or paint a place where they feel safe and happy, whether real or imaginary.
  3. Clay Modelling: Using clay or playdough, children can mould figures or objects that represent their strengths or worries.
  4. Emotion Masks: Create masks that show different feelings—this helps children identify and talk about emotions.
  5. Nature Art: Use leaves, flowers, and twigs to make art, fostering a connection with nature and mindfulness.
  6. Story Stones: Paint small stones with pictures and use them to tell stories, promoting communication and creativity.
  7. Self-Portrait with a Twist: Ask children to draw themselves as animals or superheroes to explore identity and self-esteem.
  8. Gratitude Jar Decorating: Decorate jars and fill them with notes about things they are grateful for, supporting positive thinking.
  9. Mandala Creation: Drawing or colouring mandalas can be soothing and helps with focus and relaxation.
  10. “My Worry Monster” Craft: Make a worry monster using paper or fabric—children can feed their worries to the monster by writing them on paper.
  11. Guided Imagery Drawing: After a short relaxation exercise, have kids draw what they visualised in their minds.
  12. Collaborative Mural: Work together on a large group mural, building teamwork and social skills.
  13. Feelings Thermometer: Create a visual thermometer to help children express how strong their emotions feel.
  14. Music and Movement Art: Let children paint or draw while listening to music, expressing what they hear with colours and shapes.
  15. Comic Strip Storytelling: Encourage kids to create a comic that tells a story about a challenge they have overcome.

These activities can be adapted for different age groups and abilities, helping children explore their feelings, build resilience, and have fun through creative expression.