Arts & Crafts
Art and Craft Supplies for the Classroom and Home
Classroom art and craft supplies makes teaching art to young students a joy, not a hassle. Art and craft supplies can act as tools for capturing student interest and imagination. These supplies can also be used to develop fine motor skills, help students envision concepts, and encourage active participation.
Fine Motor Skills
The creation of art and craft projects demands movement. Students must interact with supplies in order to achieve goals. The actions they perform can develop fine motor skills. For example, threading Fancy Stringing Rings onto a string to create a necklace requires a series of actions: sorting beads by color and shape, placing the rings in an attractive arrangement, knotting a ring onto the end of the string, slipping the beads onto the string in the proper arrangement, and securing the ends of the string together.
Understanding Concepts
When threading rings, asking students to spell out their names or other words with Lowercase Manuscript Letter Beads can add another level of complexity to the project. Students engage in identifying letters and using them to spell. They then take pride when others view their necklaces and recognize the words that the students spelled. Asking students to create patterns with the rings or beads engages them with math and they can visualize concepts such as single numbers, pairs, and groups. This is just one example of an art and craft project that can help students understand basic concepts in various subject areas.
Art Activity Kits
Art Activity Kits target certain topics with preplanned activities that are easy to put into action. Try using the Culturally Diverse 24 People Tag K kit as part of a unit about community and diversity or using the series of Scene-a-Rama diorama kits to teach students about the natural landscape. There’s a kit for every topic and activity – for example, the Mosaica kit is a great addition to a unit about patterns. Teachers who are interested in a general all-purpose kit will find many of their art and craft supply needs met by The Colossal Art Kit by Chenille Kraft.
Supplies and Arts and Crafts Resource Books
Basic supplies such as craft sticks, beads, sponges, Sculptamold, and Styrofoam balls, can be used for many activities. Arts and Crafts Resource Books can help teachers develop effective educational activities using these and other supplies. Art and Craft Resource Books for Teachers and Home Use cover a wide variety of topics and grade levels. Fine Motor Projects by Carson Dellosa contains activities, tips and ideas for developing motor skills and can be used in conjunction with art supplies, including stamps, play dough, paint, and crayons. Art with Anything by Gryphon House contains activity ideas that can be implemented with everyday objects, including buttons, cardboard, and junk mail.
Encourage Active Participation
Arts and crafts capture the interest of students because they must interact with supplies in order to create something. Physical action requires attention and gets students involved. Students must perform actions to complete their project, such as picking up chalk to form letters, applying adhesive or paint, and organizing objects to form patterns. Art and craft projects require students to strategize in order to achieve their goal and to think analytically about each task they encounter, such as arranging objects. When their art and craft projects are finished, students are often left with meaningful visual interpretations of academic topics -- the creation of which has developed fine motor skills and brought a new understanding.
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Chenille Stems, Assorted Colored, 100 Per Pack, 24 Packs
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$54.97Pack of regular size stems in assorted colors. Each piece is 4mm x 6" and packaged in a poly bag with header. Each individual pack contains 100 chenille stems. Sold as 24 packs for a total of 2400 stems.Key Features : i : Pack of 100 regular size stems...$54.97Qty in Cart: 0Price:$54.97Subtotal: -
Regular Stems, Assorted Colors, 6" x 4 mm, 100 Count - CK-710001
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$12.16These crush-resistant polyester stems are a 6" length with a 4 mm diameter. Each pack includes 100 stems in a poly bag with header.Key Features : i : Pack of 100 stemsii : Measures 6" x 4 mmiii : Assorted Colorsiv : Great for adding dimension, texture,...$12.16Qty in Cart: 0Price:$12.16Subtotal: -
Art & Craft Swabs, Natural Wood Handles, 6" Long, 100 Per Pack, 20 Packs - CK-6409BN
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$51.81These cotton tipped swabs are great to use for all types of craft projects. Swabs are 6" long with wood handles, so it's easy to apply messy glue, paint and much more. Each pack contains 100 swabs. Sold as 20 packs for a total of 2000 art & craft swabs...$51.81Qty in Cart: 0Price:$51.81Subtotal: -
Plastic Buttons 1Lb Bag, 6 pks
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$97.41Bigger buttons and brighter colors! Each 1 pound pack features a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. Buttons range in size, but are approximately 0.75" to 1". Perfect to use with all types of doll making activities or craft projects. Bundle includes 6...$97.41Qty in Cart: 0Price:$97.41Subtotal: -
Plastic Buttons, Assorted Colors, 3/4" to 1", 1 lb. - CK-6120
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$25.20Add color to any project with this craft essential! This Plastic Button Assortment contains large buttons in assorted shapes and bright colors. This 1 pound bag features a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. Buttons range in size, but are approximately...$25.20Qty in Cart: 0Price:$25.20Subtotal: -
Sequins & Spangles, Assorted Colors & Sizes, 4 oz. Per Bag, 3 Bags
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$38.06Sequins and Spangles assortment includes a variety of shapes, styles, sizes, and colors to choose from. Glittery, metallic, and holographic shapes and sequins can be used on clothing, costumes, art projects, and more. Each pack includes 4 ounces in an...$38.06Qty in Cart: 0Price:$38.06Subtotal: -
Sequins & Spangles, Assorted Colors, Assorted Sizes, 4 oz. - CK-6114
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$19.60Sequins and Spangles assortment includes a variety of shapes, styles, sizes and colors to choose from. Glittery, metallic and holographic shapes and sequins can be used on clothing, costumes, art projects and more. Each pack includes 4 oz. assortment of...$19.60Qty in Cart: 0Price:$19.60Subtotal: -
Watercolor Wands, 8 Assorted Colors, 1-3/8" x 5-1/2", 8 Per Pack, 6 Packs
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$63.29Watercolor paint cake is embedded inside the sponge to make these the most convenient and least messy watercolors to use. Simply dip the brush in water for a few seconds, blot and its ready to use! Reusable and washable. Each pack includes 8 colors/wands...$63.29Qty in Cart: 0Price:$63.29Subtotal: -
WonderFoam Sheets, Assorted Colors, 5.5" x 8.5", 40 Per Pack, 6 Packs
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$59.01Our Creativity Street® WonderFoam® sheets are easy to cut and accept many types of glue, paints and markers. Use for cutting out your own shapes or as the base for other arts and crafts projects. Small sheets measure 5.5" x 8.5", and come in assorted...$59.01Qty in Cart: 0Price:$59.01Subtotal: -
WonderFoam Sheets, Assorted Colors, 5.5" x 8.5", 40 Sheets - CK-4301
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$17.56WonderFoam Sheets can be used in all types of collage projects. Variety pack contains 40 sheets in assorted colors. Each sheet is 5.5" x 8.5".Key Features : i : Flexible foam sheets in assorted colorsii : 5.5" x 8.5" sheetsiii : Easy to cutiv : Accepts...$17.56Qty in Cart: 0Price:$17.56Subtotal: -
Paperboard Mask, White, 8" x 5.75", Pack of 12
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$47.45The smooth surface of these paperboard masks makes them ready to paint and decorate for wearing or simply for display. Measures 8" x 5.75". Sold as a pack of 12 masks.Key Features : i : White paperboard maskii : Measures 8" x 5.75"iii : Ready to paint...$47.45Qty in Cart: 0Price:$47.45Subtotal: -
Paperboard Mask, Face, 8" x 5-3/4", White, 1 Piece - CK-4192
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$13.46The smooth surface of these paperboard masks makes them ready to paint and decorate for wearing or simply for display. Sturdy paperboard can be decorated with crayons, paints, markers and glued objects. Measures approximately 8" x 5.75".Key Features : i...$13.46Qty in Cart: 0Price:$13.46Subtotal: -
Papier Mache Mask, Pack of 12
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$69.75Papier mache masks are easy to decorate with paint, jewels, feathers and more. Each piece measures 6" x 8". Bundle includes 12 masks.Key Features : i : This paper Mache mask is made to be decorated and provide hours of artistic fun for all ages!ii : Made...$69.75Qty in Cart: 0Price:$69.75Subtotal: -
Papier Mache Mask, 8" x 5-1/4", 1 Piece - CK-4190
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$14.86Papier mache masks are easy to decorate with paint, jewels, feathers and more. Each piece measures 6" x 8".Key Features : i : This paper Mache mask is made to be decorated and provide hours of artistic fun for all ages!ii : Made to be decoratediii : 8" x...$14.86Qty in Cart: 0Price:$14.86Subtotal: -
Modeling Clay, Primary Color Assortment, 5 lb. Per Pack, 2 Packs
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$58.01Permanently soft modeling clay. Colors can be blended to create new colors. Great classroom assortment contains 1 lb each of red, yellow, blue, green, and orange modeling clay. Five pounds total per pack. Bundle includes 2 packs.Key Features : i : 5 lb...$58.01Qty in Cart: 0Price:$58.01Subtotal: -
Modeling Dough, Assorted 8 Colors, 2 lb. Per Pack, 2 Packs
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$41.30Our dough is made of the finest quality materials, and each log is individually polywrapped for maximum freshness. Young artists will love the feel of this squeezable dough. Brilliant colors can be combined to create new colors. Non-toxic and...$41.30Qty in Cart: 0Price:$41.30Subtotal: -
Modeling Dough, 8 Assorted Colors, 4 oz. Per Piece, 8 Pieces - CK-4095
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$26.14Our dough is made of the finest quality materials, and each log is individually polywrapped for maximum freshness. Young artists will love the feel of this squeezable dough. Brilliant colors can be combined to create new colors. Non-toxic and...$26.14Qty in Cart: 0Price:$26.14Subtotal: -
Felt Sheets, 7 Assorted Colors, 9" x 12", 1 lb. Per Pack, 2 Packs - CK-3904BN
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$50.59Multi-Colored Felt in assorted sizes and shapes is great for use as is, or can be cut to fit specific craft needs. Color assortment includes: White, Black, Yellow, Red, Dark Green, Royal Blue and Pink. Felt sheets are great for many types of arts and...$50.59Qty in Cart: 0Price:$50.59Subtotal: -
Natural Mini Wooden Craft Sticks, 12 Packs of 500
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$55.89Our Wood Mini Craft Sticks are great for use in many types of arts and crafts projects. Perfect for stirring and mixing inks and paints. Each stick is 2.56" in length. Each pack includes 500 sticks. Bundle includes 12 packs for a total of 6000 sticks.Key...$55.89Qty in Cart: 0Price:$55.89Subtotal: -
Mini Craft Sticks, Natural, 2-9/16", 500 Pieces - CK-389401
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$14.06Our Wood Mini Craft Sticks are great for use in many types of arts and crafts projects. Perfect for stirring and mixing inks and paints. Each stick is 2.56" in length. Each pack includes 500 pieces.Key Features : i : Great for use in many types of arts...$14.06Qty in Cart: 0Price:$14.06Subtotal: