Pencil cases in Williamstown – Toddler and Pre-school Kids Art

Suited for toddlers and pre-school kids aged roughly 1–5.

Younger siblings are absolutely welcome to come along (under 1's free of charge).

What will we be doing?

We'll be starting in the same way we always do – with butchers paper all over the tables. The kids are free to draw, scribble, stamp and create anything they like.

We will be sitting around tables, but also opening the doors onto a decking area allowing the kids to move freely between the two. (if it's raining, we'll stay inside).

We'll be:

• painting
• scribbling on the windows
• colouring in some colouring in sheets
• using chalk on kids easels outside on the deck (if it's not raining)
• and – decorating a pencil case to take home!

The kids are free to stay on an activity if they are particularly enjoying it, move onto the next thing, or ignore everything and scribble on the butchers paper laid out on the table.

These sessions are more about learning to love art, than creating any final masterpiece. The kids are always encouraged to express themselves however they like and be creative, so if they are more interested in mixing all the coloured paint together and putting handprints on the paper than anything else, it's more than fine! They will still enjoy themselves. :)

Why should I come?

• It's lots of fun.
• Helps your child be creative and learn to love art.
• An opportunity to do something different.
• Meet new people – both you and your child.
• Helps build fine motor skills.
• Helps with pre-writing skills.
• Can help teach kids that mess is ok, and making mistakes is ok too.
• You don't have to think of an art activity to do at home.
• You don't have to clean up afterwards!

This is also a great way to give your kids the experience of painting and making lots of mess, if you the parent are a bit apprehensive about making that mess yourself at home. Come to my sessions and make the mess with me, keeping your house clean.

There is no pressure and a very easy going environment. There will be lots of scribbles, there will be smooshes of paint that you can't recognise as a picture, and there will be some great photos that you can take.

Extra info

Snacks and breastfeeding welcome.

I'll be taking photos throughout the morning and using them for marketing and promotional purposes. If you'd prefer your child is not included please simply let me know.

We will be painting, so please dress accordingly!

I have some art smocks, but only a limited amount. Depending on how many children attend, there may not be enough for all. If you have your own art smock please bring it along.

If your child has any allergies please let me know, as I often recycle old cartons and fruit packaging for paint containers.

Exchange and refund policy

I know parenting can be tricky, and sleepless nights, sickness and tantrums occur. Firstly, if you're having a bad morning don't feel like you need to stay home, this is a group of parents and we will all understand. This is a safe space and meltdowns are fine! (in saying that, please bring snacks to help avoid hangry kids!)

• All bookings made within 24 hours of purchase can receive a refund, no questions asked, just send me a request. - thefuninart@gmail.com
• Up to 24 hours of class, if you send me through a request I can change your ticket to another upcoming pop-up class (if there are availabilities in your chosen replacement).
• Within 24 hours of class, no refunds or exchanges sorry. Please feel free to gift your ticket to a friend!

More dates and locations at www.thefuninart.com.au/timetable