Welcome to a vibrant world of creativity tailored specifically for 5-year-olds! This page is all about art sets that inspire imaginative exploration and hands-on learning. As a parent or educator, you'll find engaging activities that foster artistic expression and develop fine motor skills. Join us in discovering the joy of creating, where every stroke, color, and shape opens doors to endless possibilities for your little ones.
Creative ClickArts Coloring Markers
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The Zebra Pen ClickArt Retractable Marker Pen in Assorted Colors is perfect for sparking creativity in kids aged 5 and up. These vibrant, fine point markers support artistic expression while helping children develop fine motor skills, color recognition, and organization through creative journaling and art projects. With their capless design, they are convenient for both home and classroom use, allowing for worry-free, imaginative exploration. 5+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, artistic expression, organization, creative thinking
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Creative ClickArts Coloring Markers feature a capless design that invites kids to dive into their creativity without the worry of losing caps—perfect for messy arts and crafts fun!
Stitch Kids Ultimate Creative Arts Case
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Disney Stitch Kids Ultimate Creative Activity Arts & Crafts Case is an incredible tool for sparking creativity and imagination in our little ones! Packed with over 70 pieces, this vibrant kit encourages artistic exploration and fine motor skill development through colorful paint, crayons, and engaging activities. Whether it's a rainy day at home or a fun road trip, this travel-friendly case makes it easy for our kids to express themselves while honing their coordination and creativity. Let’s help them dive into a world of color and creativity with their favorite character, Stitch! 3+ years
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fine motor skills, artistic expression, color recognition, creativity, problem solving, coordination
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Stitch Kids Ultimate Creative Arts Case is packed with over 70 pieces, making it a colorful, imaginative toolkit that keeps creativity flowing during any adventure.
Creative Fun with Junior String Art
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edxeducation Junior String Art is an exciting way for our little ones to unleash their creativity while learning valuable skills! This engaging lacing toy offers two baseboards and eight colorful laces, perfect for crafting imaginative designs. As parents and educators, we’ll love how it encourages shape recognition, patterning, and fine motor skills through the simple, satisfying act of poking and threading. Plus, the ability to link the baseboards allows for endless creative exploration and keeps our kids engaged for hours! 3-6 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, shape recognition, patterning, creative expression, spatial awareness
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Creative Fun with Junior String Art comes with two baseboards and eight colorful laces, transforming simple threading into an adventure of imagination and skill-building!
Creative Artist Suitcase for Imaginative Kids
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Make It Real: Creative Artist Suitcase Art Set is a fantastic way to ignite your child's creativity! With 50 pieces featuring seven unique art mediums, this set empowers young artists to explore various techniques and textures. We're excited to see our kids express themselves with everything from vibrant gel pens to versatile acrylic markers that can be used on multiple surfaces. Perfect for enhancing fine motor skills and nurturing artistic expression, this set is ideal for playdates, travel, or cozy afternoons at home. A true gift for future Picassos! 6+ years
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creativity, fine motor skills, artistic expression, problem solving, sensory exploration, visual recognition
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Creative Artist Suitcase for Imaginative Kids includes 50 pieces that inspire unique art techniques, making every rainy day an explosion of creativity and color.
Creative Mandala Art Exploration
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The Quercetti 2850 String Art Mandala Play is a vibrant and engaging way for children to express their creativity while honing essential skills. This hands-on activity promotes fine motor development, patience, and concentration as kids weave colorful threads into stunning designs, making each piece a unique reflection of their imagination. With a friendly step-by-step process, parents and educators can foster artistic exploration that beautifully intertwines creativity and foundational STEM learning, ensuring a fun and educational experience. 5+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, patience, concentration, problem solving
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Creative Mandala Art Exploration allows kids to weave colorful threads into unique designs, turning every artwork into a masterpiece while enhancing their focus and dexterity—watch out, future artists!
Creative Exploration with Art 101 Set
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The Art 101 173-Piece Wood Art Set is a fantastic treasure trove for young artists eager to discover their creativity! Packed with premium colored pencils, kid-friendly markers, and vibrant crayons, this set not only encourages artistic expression but also fosters essential skills such as color theory, motor skills, and spatial awareness. Parents and educators will find it an invaluable tool for sparking imagination and supporting cognitive development through playful learning. 5+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, fine motor skills, color theory, spatial awareness, artistic expression, cognitive development
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Creative Exploration with Art 101 Set comes packed with 173 art pieces, making it an exciting gateway for kids to dive into imaginative learning and color exploration.
Creative Painting Fun for Little Artists
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Micador Early Start Stuff for Painting, 5-Piece Set is the perfect introduction to the colorful world of art for our budding creators! With its mix of bubblegum brushes and sponge brushes, children can dive into creative experimentation, exploring various textures and patterns while learning about color mixing and brush techniques. The easy grip handles are designed specifically for their little hands, training fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination seamlessly through play. This sturdy, versatile set is suitable for use with a variety of paints, making it a fantastic choice for any creative endeavor! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, color mixing, texture exploration, creative expression
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Creative Painting Fun for Little Artists includes bubblegum and sponge brushes, making it a colorful gateway for little hands to explore their artistic talents while developing essential skills.
Creative Adventures with ARTEZA Watercolor Paper
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ARTEZA Watercolor Paper for Kids is the perfect canvas for your little Picassos! With its unique texture and acid-free quality, this paper encourages young artists to experiment with various watercolor techniques while developing their fine motor skills and artistic expression. At 135lb and glue-bound, it withstands multiple paint layers without buckling, making every painting session a joyful exploration of creativity. Plus, the ease of removing artwork for display means showcasing their masterpieces becomes part of the fun! 5-12 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, artistic expression, creative thinking, experimentation, visual perception
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Creative Adventures with ARTEZA Watercolor Paper's acid-free quality allows young artists to explore watercolor techniques while keeping their masterpieces intact for easy display and pride.
Creative Pixel Art with Wixels
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The Crayola Wixels Animals Activity Kit is a fun and engaging way for kids aged 6 and up to explore their artistic talents while developing essential skills. As children color and watch the magical capillary action of the markers, they enhance their concentration and patience, making this a great choice for parents who value creative learning. With the ability to create pixelated animal art or their own unique designs, kids can express themselves vividly while gaining confidence in their artistic abilities. 6+ years
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creativity, fine motor skills, patience, concentration, artistic expression
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Creative Pixel Art with Wixels encourages kids to explore capillary action as they color, transforming simple art into a hands-on science experiment that sparks confidence and creativity.
Creative Sidewalk Chalk Art Set
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The Cra-Z-Art Indoor Outdoor Sidewalk Chalk Design Set is the ultimate creative playground for kids aged 4 and up. Encouraging artistic expression and fine motor skill development, this set comes equipped with 16 vibrant chalk sticks, stencils, and stampers to transform any space into a canvas! With the 4’x2’ chalkboard mat for indoor use, children can craft, wash, and re-create their masterpieces endlessly—sparking imagination and joy in both outdoor and indoor settings. Plus, knowing that the chalk is non-toxic and washes away easily brings peace of mind to parents looking for safe, messy play without the cleanup worries. 4+ years
Develops skills:
artistic expression, fine motor skills, creativity, color recognition, spatial awareness
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Creative Sidewalk Chalk Art Set includes 16 vibrant chalk sticks and stencils, letting kids unleash their imagination while keeping creativity and fine motor skills flourishing indoors and outdoors.
Creative Fun with Paper Roll Art
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The Melissa & Doug Tabletop Easel Paper Roll is a fantastic way to unleash creativity and artistic expression for children aged 3 and up. With three generous rolls of 75 feet each, kids can explore techniques using crayons, markers, and even paint, promoting fine motor skills and enhancing their artistic abilities. This versatile paper roll is perfect for group art projects, allowing collaborative play that fosters social skills and teamwork. A wonderful gift for any budding artist or lifelong creative, this easel paper inspires hours of imaginative, screen-free play. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, collaborative play, artistic expression, social skills
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Creative Fun with Paper Roll Art includes three generous rolls of 75 feet each, inviting kids to explore their artistic flair while learning to share and work together.
Creative Spiral Art Fun for Kids
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Sunny Days Entertainment Studio DIY Spiral Design Maker is the ultimate creative art set that unlocks your child's imagination! With 22 spiral wheels and vibrant colored pens, kids can explore geometry and symmetry while producing stunning spiral designs. This hands-on activity boosts fine motor skills, encourages artistic expression, and fosters collaborative play as friends create masterpieces together. It's not just art; it's a fantastic way for kids to learn and grow through creativity! 5-12 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, artistic expression, geometry, symmetry, collaborative play
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Creative Spiral Art Fun for Kids includes 22 spiral wheels that turn artistic expression into a geometrical playground, making learning creativity feel effortless and exhilarating.
Creative Kids String Art Adventure
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The Creative Kids String Art Kit for Kids Age 6+ is the perfect gateway into the colorful world of creativity and fine motor skills. With detailed instructions guiding them through making four unique projects—flower, heart, rainbow, and unicorn—kids enhance their concentration, patience, and artistic expression as they wrap vibrant threads around sturdy canvases. This engaging craft not only fosters creativity but also empowers kids to take pride in their achievements, making it a wonderful choice for parents and educators looking to spark a love for art and hands-on learning. 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, concentration, patience, artistic expression, problem solving
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Creative Kids String Art Adventure comes with detailed instructions to guide children through making four unique projects, transforming crafting into a confidence-boosting art fest!
Creative Roots Stepping Stone Art Kit
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Creative Roots Paint Your Own Butterfly, Ladybug & Sun Stepping Stone is the perfect gateway to artistic expression for our little ones! As parents and educators, we know the joy of watching children immerse themselves in creativity, and this kit makes it easy. It encourages fine motor skills and color recognition while providing a platform for self-expression through vibrant painting. Plus, crafting these beautiful garden stones helps enhance patience and focus, making it a fun yet educational experience for kids! 5-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, patience, focus, creativity, artistic expression
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Creative Roots Stepping Stone Art Kit includes three charming designs to paint, transforming backyard stones into vibrant pieces of art while promoting creativity and concentration.
Mess-Free Glitter Art for Creative Kids
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SES Creative: Mess-Free Glitter Art Set is an enchanting gateway into the world of creativity for our little ones! This innovative set allows children to explore their artistic side without the usual mess associated with glitter. With 336 shiny foil diamond and glitter foam stickers, engaging sticker cards, and colorful pom poms, kids can develop their fine motor skills and unleash their imagination as they craft dazzling artworks. Not only do we love how it keeps our kids entertained, but it also promotes early learning—perfect for making those glittery masterpieces safely and mess-free! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, artistic expression, spatial reasoning, color recognition, early learning
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Mess-Free Glitter Art for Creative Kids includes 336 shiny foil diamond and glitter foam stickers, making art fun without the cleanup—a win for our craft-enthused households!
Creative Learning with Costzon Art Easel
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The Costzon Art Easel for Kids is a fantastic 3-in-1 creative station that sparks imagination and boosts creativity in children aged 3 and up. With options for chalk drawing, magnetic play, and paper painting, kids develop fine motor skills, artistic expression, and spatial awareness. Its adjustable height means it grows with your child, while the sturdy design ensures stability during their artistic adventures. As fellow parents and educators, we love how this easel encourages open-ended play and collaboration, making it an exciting addition to any learning environment. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, artistic expression, spatial awareness, collaborative play, problem solving
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Creative Learning with Costzon Art Easel features three artistic options, allowing kids to explore their creativity while developing essential skills—all at a height that grows with them.
Creative Roots Mosaic Heart Stepping Stone
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The Creative Roots Mosaic Heart Stepping Stone invites kids aged 8 and up to dive into the vibrant world of creativity and self-expression. By painting their own unique designs, children enhance fine motor skills, unleash their artistic talents, and practice color theory through mixing paints. This engaging DIY kit not only encourages artistic exploration but also fosters pride and accomplishment as they create a beautiful piece to display in their home or garden. 8+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, color theory, self-expression, patience, problem solving
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Creative Roots Mosaic Heart Stepping Stone invites kids to paint their own unique designs, turning art into a heartwarming masterpiece they'll proudly showcase.
Vibrant Creative Fun with Handy Art Tempera
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Handy Art Little Masters Tempera Paint is the perfect companion for our budding young artists! This vibrant red paint flows smoothly for clean and consistent application, making it easy for kids to express their creativity. With its rich opaque color that won’t chip or crack, it's not just about play—it's a fantastic way for children to build fine motor skills, explore color theory, and enhance their artistic confidence. Plus, the gluten-free formula cleans up easily with just soap and water, allowing for hassle-free creative sessions in our homes or classrooms. Safety is a priority, too, with nontoxic ingredients ensuring a worry-free experience for everyone involved. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color theory, creativity, artistic confidence, visual expression, problem-solving
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Vibrant Creative Fun with Handy Art Tempera offers a smooth application for kids to create without the mess, making art time both fun and worry-free!
Creative Discovery Art Projector
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The Discovery Kids Art Projector is a magical tool that brings creativity to life! With the ability to magnify and project their own artwork onto ceilings and walls, children can explore their imaginations while developing essential fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Using reusable drawing discs and vibrant dry erase markers, kids can layer designs, creating unique art and learning about colors and composition—a perfect way to encourage collaborative play and artistic expression. This is not just an art tool; it's an inspiring vehicle for creative thinking and problem-solving. 4-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creative thinking, problem solving, color recognition, collaboration
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Creative Discovery Art Projector magnifies and projects artwork onto walls, turning any room into an art gallery and sparking a whirlwind of imagination and creativity.
Creative Canvas for Little Artists
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The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Easel Paper Roll Replacement is the perfect canvas for budding artists! Measuring 18 inches by 75 feet, this high-quality bond paper invites children to explore their creative side with various art materials, from vibrant markers to soft pastels. Not only does it support fine motor skill development as they draw and paint, but it also encourages imaginative thinking and storytelling through art. With a 2-pack supply, parents can ensure that the fun and learning continue without interruptions, providing an excellent screen-free activity that inspires creativity and self-expression. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative thinking, storytelling, creative expression, hand-eye coordination
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Creative Canvas for Little Artists is a generous 18 by 75 feet of paper that unleashes endless creativity, making it the perfect blank slate for little Picassos on a mission.
Creative Kids Wooden Art Easel Set
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The Wooden Easel for Kids transforms any space into a vibrant art center for young creators! Designed for versatility, this stunning set features a double-sided easel with a chalkboard side for sketching and a magnetic whiteboard for imaginative writing. Perfect for boosting fine motor skills and fostering creative expression, it's an ideal way for children to explore their artistic abilities while learning about colors, shapes, and storytelling. With safety-focused construction and ample storage, this art table encourages open-ended play and makes art time a delightful shared experience for parents and kids alike. 3-7 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creative expression, color recognition, storytelling, problem solving, spatial reasoning
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Creative Kids Wooden Art Easel Set features a double-sided design that turns any space into a vibrant art center, making creativity a shared adventure for parents and kids.
Creative Learning with Crayola Art Studio
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The Crayola Triple-The-Fun Art Studio transforms any playtime into a creative adventure for children aged 3 and up! This versatile 3-in-1 design not only engages little artists with its magnetic dry-erase board and jumbo art clip but also fosters skills in organization and independence with its convenient storage compartments. By allowing kids to switch from desk to easel in seconds, it encourages them to express their creativity from various angles, making learning exciting and interactive. With 77 magnetic letters and numbers included, it’s a perfect tool for blending art with early literacy and numeracy skills—all while having fun! 3+ years
Develops skills:
creative expression, fine motor skills, organization, early literacy, numeracy, problem solving, independence
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Creative Learning with Crayola Art Studio features a magnetic dry-erase board that makes switching between art forms a breeze, inspiring little artists to express themselves and explore learning.
Creative Fun with Prang Classic Art Markers
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Prang Classic Art Markers bring vibrant creativity to any classroom or playroom! These markers are perfect for inspiring young artists to explore their imagination through color, helping them develop fine motor skills as they fill in those intricate details or create bold masterpieces. With a unique formula that prevents smudging and drying out, we can trust that our little ones will have uninterrupted creative moments without the worry of mess. Plus, parents and educators alike appreciate the safe, non-toxic design, making these markers a top choice for art projects that encourage self-expression and learning. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creative expression, color recognition, concentration, critical thinking
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Creative Fun with Prang Classic Art Markers features a smudge-free formula, ensuring young artists can unleash their imagination without the worry of mess taking center stage.
Creative Fun with L.O.L. Surprise! OMG Art Cart
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The L.O.L. Surprise! OMG House of Surprises Art Cart Playset is a vibrant gateway for children aged 4 and up into the world of creative expression. This delightful playset encourages artistic skills while fostering imagination, teamwork, and fine motor abilities through engaging painting activities and surprise unboxings. Perfect for playdates or solo adventures, kids will love discovering colors and experimenting with water surprises, making every session a colorful learning experience. 4+ years
Develops skills:
creative expression, fine motor skills, teamwork, color recognition, problem-solving, imaginative play
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Creative Fun with L.O.L. Surprise! OMG Art Cart features engaging painting activities that spark imagination while keeping messes contained—a parent's dream while unleashing artistic adventure!
Creative Canvas: GAOMON Art Easel
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The GAOMON Art Easel for Kids transforms art time into a vibrant adventure for children aged 3 and up! With its innovative LCD board and magnetic whiteboard, this easel not only sparks creativity but also supports essential skills like problem-solving and fine motor development. Imagine your little ones effortlessly expressing their imagination with colorful drawings and engaging with letters and numbers—this easel truly fosters a love for learning while keeping their eyesight safe. It's a delightful tool for both education and play, encouraging artistic exploration without limits! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, problem solving, artistic expression, visual literacy
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Creative Canvas: GAOMON Art Easel features an innovative LCD board that allows kids to express their imagination while safely engaging in colorful artistic adventures!
Creative Fun with Play-Doh Starter Set
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The Play-Doh Starter Set 9-Piece Kit is the perfect introduction to creative play for children aged 3 and up. With its engaging tools and colorful modeling compounds, kids can explore their imaginations while developing fine motor skills, creativity, and hand-eye coordination. This kit not only offers countless hours of sculpting fun but also encourages artistic expression in a tactile way that feels delightful. Plus, with the reusable storage tote, this set makes it easy to keep everything organized, whether at home or on the go! 3+ years
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fine motor skills, creativity, hand-eye coordination, imaginative play, color recognition, tactile exploration
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Creative Fun with Play-Doh Starter Set includes nine engaging tools that spark imagination and help little hands develop fine motor skills, all while providing endless sculpting adventures.
Step2 Jumbo Art Easel for Creative Kids
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The Step2 Jumbo Art Easel is the perfect canvas for your little artist's imagination, designed for toddlers aged 3 and up. With a double-sided art board featuring a magnetic dry erase surface and a chalkboard, this easel encourages creativity, self-expression, and hands-on learning. Not only does it come with storage bins to keep art supplies organized, but it also fosters fine motor skills and cognitive development as kids explore colors and shapes. Easy to clean and built to last, this durable easel makes art time enjoyable for both kids and parents, offering endless possibilities for creative play! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, self-expression, cognitive development, color recognition, shape exploration
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Step2 Jumbo Art Easel features a double-sided art board that inspires endless creative expression, making messy masterpieces manageable and fun for both kids and parents.
Creative Art Kit for Glitter Girls Dolls
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Creative Art Kit Chalkboard Easel Accessory Set is a delightful way to spark imagination in your child's playtime! We love how this set encourages creativity and artistic expression through hands-on activities, letting kids create mini masterpieces with the chalkboard easel. With tiny paints, brushes, and even real chalk, children will not only develop fine motor skills but also explore critical thinking and problem-solving as they mix colors and design spaces for their dolls. Plus, it seamlessly integrates with other sets, offering endless opportunities for imaginative play and collaboration with friends! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, critical thinking, color mixing, imaginative play
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Creative Art Kit for Glitter Girls Dolls includes a chalkboard easel that inspires artistic expression, turning playtime into a vibrant canvas for mini masterpieces and collaboration.
Creative Dough Playset for Little Artists
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The Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Cut, Sculpt, and Roll Modeling Dough Kit is designed to inspire creativity in children while teaching essential skills. With a variety of tools and vibrant colors, this kit enhances fine motor skills, color recognition, and imaginative play, making it a favorite among parents and educators alike. As kids roll, cut, and sculpt, they develop coordination and artistic expression, setting the stage for a world of creativity and exploration. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, imaginative play, coordination, artistic expression
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Creative Dough Playset for Little Artists comes with a variety of tools, sparking creativity while helping little hands practice cutting, rolling, and sculpting their wildest dreams.
VEVOR Creative Art Easel for Kids
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The VEVOR Art Easel for Kids is a versatile 2-in-1 wooden masterpiece designed to unlock your child's creativity! With a chalkboard, magnetic whiteboard, and adjustable study desk all in one, it transforms playtime into a vibrant learning experience, fostering fine motor skills and artistic expression. Its adjustable height ensures that it grows with your child, making it an ideal companion from ages 3 and beyond. Plus, the 360° rotation feature allows for seamless transitions between drawing and studying, keeping engagement high and boredom at bay! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, artistic expression, creative thinking, problem solving, spatial reasoning
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VEVOR Creative Art Easel for Kids features a chalkboard and magnetic whiteboard, providing endless opportunities for young Picassos to explore their creativity while developing essential skills.