What are Invitations to Create? Invitations to Create are arts and crafts, engineering, or science provocations, or set-ups, that invite young children to flex their minds while encouraging independent thinking through open-ended exploration. Once the materials are set up, the child can…
Today I have another quick invitation to create that encourages independent thinking without a lot of fuss. This project is part of the Creative Table Project. If you’re new to the Creative Table Project, read this post for more information on how…
Let’s talk kids and creativity! Are you interested in raising a creative learner who can think outside the box? Could you use some quick and easy ideas for hands-on making that also encourage creativity and independent thinking? Then you will…
Today we’re setting up a creative invitation that takes minutes to put together, and clean up is a snap. As we shared in this post, the basic premise of Creative Invitations follows four simple steps: Clear your table of anything…
Today I’m sharing a simple creative set-up that will help you slow down and celebrate winter at the art table. Slow down and craft: Art therapy for the Soul I love it all…the tree trimming, wreath making, cookie decorating, Santa…
The Creative Table Project invites you to set up an invitation to create and share it on your favorite social media. These invitations to create are also known as prompts, provocations, or set-ups. Here at TinkerLab, we refer to them as…
TinkerLab is a creative studio dedicated to sparking curiosity and a love for art through hands-on making. Our mission is to inspire creativity and experimentation in makers and artists of all ages, transforming everyday moments into creative adventures.
An inspiring 10-point poster for your fridge, planning binder, or to share with colleagues or friends.
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