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Art & STEAM activities to foster creativity and curiosity in children aged 3 and up. For parents, families, and educators.

If you're looking for enriching creative art experiences that stretch your child's imagination...

You've landed in the right place!

The TinkerLab Kids Art Studio offers engaging art and STEAM lessons that spark creativity so that you can empower children to think innovatively and express themselves with confidence.

we bring play, improvisation, and experimentation to art

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instant creativity

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plans to keep you organized

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endless ideas

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visual art & steam

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time-saving lessons

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For those who want to nurture

childhood creativity

and artistic expression

are you...

  • Searching for creative art ideas?
  • Unsure how to keep things simple yet exciting?
  • Overwhelmed with storing supplies?
  • Unprepared to set up art activities when your child suddenly wants to create
  • Dreading the cleanup more than the actual art project
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art & science activities for kids

we're here to help with:

  1. Endless ideas at your fingertips
  2. Engaging, child-centered creative projects
  3. A foundation for lifelong creativity

So that you always have a go-to resource for creative play, ensuring your child is engaged and happy. Meanwhile, you’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes from being well-prepared.

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What's inside...

the tinkerlab kids art studio?

Hundreds of Creative Art Projects in our fully searchable library.

Here's a Preview of What Awaits...

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Unique Drawing Prompts

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Open-ended Process Art

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Creative Art Experiments

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Upcycling Projects

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Invitations to Create

bonus materials

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4-MODULE WORKSHOP: GET YOUR LITTLE ONE READY TO MAKE ART

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calendars tHAT help you stay organized

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PARENT & TEACHER COMMUNITY TO SHARE THE JOURNEY

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printable CREATIVE TOOLKIT HELPERS

Choose your PLAN

6-MONTH

Billed bi-annually
$19.99/mo
  • Access the searchable library of 300+ creative activities
  • Access the PDF Creativity Library
  • New bonus videos each month
  • Video and PDFs for each lesson
  • Monthly digital activity guide to print and sync with your calendar

MONTHLY

Billed monthly
$24.95/mo
  • Access the searchable library of 300+ creative activities
  • Access the PDF Creativity Library
  • New bonus videos each month
  • Video and PDFs for each lesson
  • Monthly digital activity guide to print and sync with your calendar

Tinkerlab kids art studio is

a journey of creative discovery.

i'm here to guide and inspire you every step of the way.

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HI, I'M RACHELLE, FOUNDER OF TINKERLAB, AND IT'S GREAT TO MEET YOU!

As a classroom art teacher, museum educator, and author, I’ve experienced thousands of art projects with my students, docents, community, and around my own kitchen table. My studio is brimming with lessons, books, photos, and samples collected over the years. Some great, some even better! I wanted to find a way to bring the best of the best (i.e. the projects that kids really enjoy) to other parents and teachers, saving others time by cutting right to the good stuff.  

In 2019, a lightbulb moment occurred: “What if we could create a dedicated space to engage in these activities, share creations, and learn from each other?”

From this spark, TinkerLab Kids Art Studio was born.

Today, the TinkerLab Kids Art Studio stands as a bustling hub of creativity and exploration. Families and students from around the globe come together to get creative, share discoveries, and nurture creative young minds. Join in, get messy, learn, and grow with us!

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The TinkerLab Kids Art Studio is for:

  • Parents and Educators Seeking Quality, Creative Education that Encourages Problem-Solving, Experimentation, and Play
  • Busy Families or Teachers Needing Flexible Solutions
  • Supporters of Child-Led Learning

this may not be a great fit for:

  • Those Looking for Highly Structured, Traditional, Standardized Learning
  • People with a Preference for a Rigid Structure and Fixed Curricula
  • Advocates for Direct Instruction Over Exploration
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Hear from our Members

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5-star ratings from 100s of reviews

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My family and I love TinkerLab Schoolhouse. The projects are perfect for engaging and inspiring our kids. We’ve loved making play dough, painting stuffed animals and creating frozen worlds. Rachelle and Scott have created a wonderful creators’ space, with fantastic ideas, warm encouragement, and inspiring playlists.
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Jill W.
I love how Schoolhouse invites more creativity for my daughter. What she makes and does is really her idea and not some pre-made project. The creative activities are fun. And I’ve learned to let go of the results. If I’m not focussed on the outcome we can enjoy the process more.
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Laurien V.
TinkerLab has been an essential resource for keeping my little ones entertained and learning. I am never disappointed by the variety of projects. My kids love it when I say I am going to look up a TinkerLab project for them!
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Juanita H.
I like TinkerLab's fun and positive attitude. It has given me more courage to do new things with my kids. I like the whole mixture of every aspect of creativity from kids science to silly fun things. Also gives helpful tips for dealing with the practicalities of doing all of this in my home.
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Viv W.
Not only are TinkerLab's projects exciting but they are also doable with items/supplies that I often immediately have on hand. I'm especially inspired by the love Rachelle vibrantly exudes in her videos.
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Ann R.
I'm really glad that Rachelle created and continues to develop the Schoolhouse program for families. The program can become as structured or loose as you want it to be. By joining you get access to a wonderfully organized and broad library of art explorations.
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Katie C.
In a 'time is money' world that we live in, the membership cost is actually quite economical if you were to consider how much time/energy YOU would need to put in to researching all of what Rachelle has already compiled for us, in the Tinkerlab members area. You will not be disappointed... seriously, it's like finding a treasure trove of really fun stuff, every week, in your email's in-box. 😉
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Katherine J.
Not only do we have long-lasting beautiful artwork, we also have deeper connection and memories. Join Schoolhouse - it's like an incredible choose-your-own-learning-adventure that is thoughtfully prepared and embedded in learning theory that makes it both accessible and meaningful.
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Stephanie K.

Choose your PLAN

6-MONTH

Billed bi-annually
$19.99/mo
  • Access the searchable library of 300+ creative activities
  • Access the PDF Creativity Library
  • New bonus videos each month
  • Video and PDFs for each lesson
  • Monthly digital activity guide to print and sync with your calendar

MONTHLY

Billed monthly
$24.95/mo
  • Access the searchable library of 300+ creative activities
  • Access the PDF Creativity Library
  • New bonus videos each month
  • Video and PDFs for each lesson
  • Monthly digital activity guide to print and sync with your calendar

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this for?

This program designed for children aged 3-9 years. Our team of experts carefully curate activities to suit this age group, balancing fun with educational value.

When does it start?

Right away! Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with your login details.

What types of activities are included?

Schoolhouse includes a variety of activities aimed at fostering creativity, curiosity, and learning, with an emphasis on open-ended making. These can range from painting and collage projects to nature exploration activities, scientific experiments, and other STEAM projects. Each activity is designed to be fun, engaging, and educational.

Are the videos meant for me to watch alone or for my child to watch themselves?

You can watch the activity videos on your own or with children. Our members do both, and it’s different for each family or classroom. The activity videos are short, so they can be paused and you can do the activity while watching, or you can easily watch ahead of time and then do the project later. Some people like to go screen-free, and the PDFs are also a valuable resource in those situations. With younger kids, I’d recommend watching the videos on your own to understand how the project could go. Some videos, especially those in TinkerLab 101, are created directly for adults with explanations about how to support creative development and engagement.

How much time does each activity typically take?

Activities are designed to be completed in about 30-60 minutes. This may vary depending on the child’s age, engagement, and interest level.

Is this for teachers or families?

This program is for teachers, homeschoolers, and families. 

Classroom teachers, Homeschoolers, & Librarians: One membership per teacher, please. TinkerLab Schoolhouse can be used in your classroom or library. It is not meant to be shared beyond this use. Please email us for permission if you want to share Schoolhouse materials (videos and PDFs) with families, in online streaming services (i.e. Zoom or library events), on TPT, or in professional development workshops.

Online schools, for-profit art studios, and teaching businesses: If you fall into one of these categories, please email us at support@tinkerlab.com to discuss B2B pricing.

Families: One membership per family, please.

Are materials for the activities included?

TKAS includes comprehensive activity guides and printable activity sheets. Parents will receive a supply list for the upcoming activities, allowing them to prepare in advance. Please note, physical materials are not included.

What supplies will we need?

We aim to keep things simple so you’re not racing to the craft store multiple times each month. If you stock up on basics like crayons, markers, paper, watercolor paint, playdough (we’ll give you a list), and household supplies like cardboard boxes, you’ll be able to try a majority of our activities. Every now and then we’ll introduce more unique materials because they’re fun and expand children’s ideas of what’s possible. A majority of our prompts pull from the TinkerLab Basic Supply List.

I'm a parent: how does this work if I have more than one child?

TKAS activities can be shared amongst a family. Further, the open-ended nature of the lessons means that children of different ages will be engaged with the prompts and activities.

Can I share a membership with other teachers or families?

One membership per family or classroom, please. If your friend would like to join, please direct them to this page. ❤️

How is this different from free activities I can find online?

TKAS is more than a collection of activities. In Schoolhouse you’ll find support, expert advice, creativity tools, and resources to support your maker habit. If you’re tired of collecting random ideas from the internet that aren’t age-appropriate, require too much planning, are ad-heavy, or cost too much time to find, we simplify the curation process to bring you the best kid-friendly art activities. We only share projects kids love, and all of this happens in a wholesome ad-free space so you can feel good about time spent with us.

What if I want to cancel?

While we’d be sad to see you go, you can cancel your subscription at any time. For peace of mind, we offer a free 7-day window for you to test-drive the program after purchase. After that, cancel any time and you’ll only pay for the current billing cycle. No extra fees.

What kind of support can I expect if I have questions or need help with the activities?

We’re here to help! Our customer support team is ready to answer any questions or provide assistance with the activities. You can reach us via email at support @ tinklerlab.com or through our website’s contact form.

Do you have a sample video I can preview to see if this is a fit for us?

Yes! You’re invited to register for a free sample of the Candy Science activity here. This is one of the 300+ activities you’ll get when you join us.

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