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What might kids with a Growth Mindset say to themselves or others?
‘I love a challenge’
‘Can I try this a different way?’
‘I am determined to succeed’
‘I’m going to solve this problem’
What do kids with a Fixed Mindsetbelieve?
’I’ll never be able to do this’
‘There’s nothing I can do about it’
‘I’m just not good enough at this’
‘There’s no point in trying’
Get kids thinking a bit more deeply with these ‘Three ways I can…..’ writing prompts.
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These art and writing prompt lesson plan activities focus on helping kids to celebrate and share their uniqueness, their goals, their views, their likes, and equally, their dislikes!
They are ideal for the first week back to school 🙂
Happy New Year 2026! Check out these fun New Years Art Activities for kids. Enjoy celebrating 2026 in your classroom and ease kids back into January after their winter break with these creative print-and-go art, reflection, and goal-setting activities.
These printable resources are ideal for Grades 3-7: Upper Elementary and Middle School teachers, homeschoolers, and parents.
Here at Imagination Box HQ, I love to help teachers, parents, and homeschoolers bring more art into kids’ lives without the stress of lots of prep! Art is more than a fun project; it’s a tool for self-expression, community-building, and finding calm. Engaging in these imaginative art activities for January can motivate your students and build excitement for this month of new beginnings.
Read on for five engaging ways to ignite creativity at home or in the classroom this January 🎉
1. NEW YEARS 2026 FIREWORKS 🎇 $3.95
Welcome New Year 2026 with this fun fireworks art activity and January goal-setting writing activities. Ease kids gently into the first week back by reflecting on 2025 and creatively setting goals for 2026.
Invite students to create an energizing fireworks display. Use these worksheets to explore warm and cool colors and experiment with making confident, expressive marks. I update this activity each year, so you can download free updates to continue using it beyond 2026.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Colleen says, “Excellent resource that offered a variety of different ways to complete an assignment for students on different levels.”
2. NEW YEARS 2026 CELL PHONE ART ACTIVITY 🎇 $3.95
Ring in New Year 2026 in your classroom! This fun fold-out cell phone art and writing activity is a hands-on way for students to reflect on 2025, set new goals, and make resolutions for 2026.
Engage your students with this relatable New Years ‘All About Me’ Instagram-style cell phone construction, art, and writing resource. Kids love cell phones and drawing their own app images!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Christina says, “My students absolutely loved this resource. It was a wonderful back from winter break activity for them to do. I look forward to using it for years to come, They personalized their phones and were excited to set new goals for the new year.”
3. NEW YEARS SELFIE COLORING PAGES 🎇 $4.25
Kickstart New Year 2026 with these cool selfies and help students focus! These engaging New Year coloring pages, art, and writing prompt activities are perfect for reviewing 2025, goal setting, and making resolutions for 2026. Reconnect, reflect, and refocus as a community.
Students can choose their favorite glasses or spectacles, create a unique self-portrait, and then complete the review and resolution activities that encourage a balance of art and writing.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Natalie says, “This was a really great twist to the usual New Year’s Resolutions. My students are enjoying creating their “selfie”. I am loving how different and creative each student has created their character. Thank you for this product.”
4. 2026 WARM & COOL COLORS ART ACTIVITY 🎇 $3.25
Celebrate New Year 2026 with these no-prep, fun coloring pages. With this creative, warm, and cool colors art lesson, you can gently encourage students to set goals and work imaginatively this January. This resource is updated for free each year at the end of November. The challenge is to see if ‘2026’ stands out from the background when the coloring page is finished. Your students’ artwork will make an eye-catching January bulletin board display to kick off the new year!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Catherine says, “My students loved starting the year revising warm and cool colours, and showing off their brilliant colouring skills. On a hot afternoon, this is the kind of task that is easy for them to engage with, and we now have super colourful display boards!”
5. HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 DOOR DECOR KIT 🎇 $1.95
Welcome your students back to school with this Happy New Year 2026 Classroom Door Decor Kit.
Add some welcoming New Year sparkle to your classroom door this January with these Happy New Year 2025 posters.
This kit includes US Letter-size numbers posters 2-0-2-5, abstract ‘Happy New Year’ fireworks posters, and Happy New Year titles in 3 color options….why not try it for just a dollar? 🙂
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Upper elementary and middle school teachers, homeschoolers, and parents. Give kids a break from screens and get creative with these print-and-go, imaginative April art activities!
Art helps kids to express their views, and celebrate their uniqueness. It also offers many benefits for their physical and emotional development, from improving fine motor skills to fostering concentration and focus. Choose from a variety of spring-themed April art activities for grades 3-7, including Earth Day 🌎 and Easter 🐣
Earth Day Art – Save the Sea Turtles!
Students love these ‘Save the Sea Turtles’ Earth Day coloring pages and art activities. Learn more about endangered species and ocean pollution. Students can explore and express their views on key global and environmental issues through art and lively discussion. Create an impactful Earth Day art display this April with these imaginative activities.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Morgan says, “My students were obsessed with these last year!! I printed them as poster size (4 pages) and backed with them black construction paper. I can’t wait to do them again this year for Earth Day. By far, my favorite project of all times.“
Design T-shirts for Earth Day
Kids love this Earth Day T-shirt design activity! Using the T-shirt templates and fun examples provided, encourage your students to explore and express their views on key global and environmental issues. Create impactful Earth Day posters and design earth-friendly T-shirts using bold colors, shapes, symbols, and words.
‘Save Our Planet’ Earth Day Posters Activity
Celebrate Earth Day with this ‘Save our Planet’ poster art activity. Create colorful globes, and experiment with shades of green for landmass and shades of blue for the ocean. Doodle over the finished artwork with words and symbols to create unique globes, while discussing the importance of caring for our planet.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Melanie says, “A great art activity for earth day that looks amazing when displayed. The kids really enjoyed mixing the colors! Thanks!“
Design Earth-Friendly Bags Art Activity
Invite your students to design a range of earth-friendly bags to create an impactful Earth Day display in the classroom. Students can use words and doodles to express their views on key global and environmental issues, including how the use of plastic impacts our world.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Larissa says, “LOVE these! The kids loved them! 10/10“
Earth Day Art and Writing Activities Bundle
Use this Earth Day art, writing and coloring activities bundle to explore and increase awareness of key environmental issues facing our planet. Bring your classroom to life with stunning, colorful displays and celebrate Earth Day creatively! Save 25% with this art bundle offer.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sarah says, “My students loved this bundle for Earth Day and we used it to create a display. Such a simple and easy bundle suitable for all abilities and learning needs. Fabulous!“
Easter and Spring Abstract Coloring Pages
These abstract art Easter coloring pages encourage students to experiment with color, shape, line, and pattern. Create an inspiring collaborative classroom display for your March or April bulletin board with these imaginative spring art activities.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kristi says, “My kids loved these and I liked how they incorporate famous artists that my students have studied.”
Easter Bunny Coloring Pages
Celebrate spring with these fun Easter rabbit coloring pages. Students will love taking a creative brain break with this abstract spring art activity. Experiment with watercolor paints and make a fabulous Spring or Easter classroom display. A fun way to learn about warm and cool colors this spring.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Annette says, “Simple to use and made for a great looking display. Also fitted in with our current work on hot and cold colours.”
Abstract Easter Egg Art Activity
This colorful abstract Easter Egg Art Activity makes a fun and creative brain break for your students. These print-and-go spring coloring pages are perfect for March and April bulletin board displays. Explore color, line, pattern, and shape, and aim for the egg silhouette to stand out from the background when the artwork is complete. Students can experiment with light and dark colors, warm and cool colors.
Fun Spring Coloring Pages – Splash into Spring! 💦
These fun spring coloring pages will help you splash into spring! The finished coloring pages are the perfect way to decorate your spring bulletin board or classroom door this March and April.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Alison says, “These pages went perfectly with our door decorations for spring. Students loved coloring a pair of rain boots and an umbrella to display as we transition into the spring season.”
Anzac Day Abstract Poppy Art Activities
Commemorate Anzac Day this April, with these abstract poppy templates and posters. Engage students creatively and produce a vibrant Anzac Day display for your classroom this April. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fiona says, “This is such a great resource for Anzac Day. We discussed tones of red and green, the importance of the poppy and remembering our fallen, as well as the definition for purple, red and white poppies and what they mean. My students loved this activity. The final product was mounted on black card for display.“
Happy Lunar New Year, 2025. Let’s dive into The Year of the Snake!
Celebrate the Lunar New Year 2025 with these Year of The Snake 2025 coloring pages, art activities, and decorations. Use these snake coloring page worksheets to create an eye-catching Lunar New Year art display in your classroom or homeschool room.
These printable resources are ideal for Grades 3-7: Upper Elementary and Middle School teachers, homeschoolers, and parents.
This no-prep print-and-go Lunar New Year abstract snake coloring pages activity encourages students to use their imagination and sense of color. The challenge is to see if The Year of The Snake silhouette stands out from the background when all the shapes have been filled with color.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kelsey says, “My students love this activity! I appreciate the various options for how students may want to colour the page and the example with a colour theme. As well, it is a reliable resource because it is updated every year!“
Facts for The Year of the Snake 2025
With its unique characteristics, the Snake is one of the twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac. Previous Years of the Snake include 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, and 1977.
Individuals born in the Year of the Snake are revered for intelligence, thoughtfulness, and wisdom. They possess a unique ability to solve complex problems and excel in analytical thinking. Lucky colors for those born in the Year of the Snake include black, red, and yellow.
According to Chinese astrology, those born in the Year of the Snake find their best matches in the Rooster and the Ox, fostering strong and harmonious relationships. Snakes are often seen as symbols of good luck and prosperity. They are believed to protect against misfortune and evil.
Snakes are often considered good at communication but say little. They are supposed to have a good sense of humor and are usually seen as good financial managers.
Each Chinese zodiac year is associated with one of the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. In 2025, the Snake will be related to the wood element, representing growth and vitality.
The Snake is deeply associated with wisdom and is seen as a symbol of renewal and good luck in the Chinese zodiac. Some famous people born in the Year of the Snake include Taylor Swift, Bob Dylan, and Sarah Jessica Parker, highlighting this zodiac sign’s diverse talents and personalities.
Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, marks the beginning of the lunar calendar.
It is celebrated for up to 15 days, with different traditions observed daily.
In addition to China, countries such as Vietnam (where it’s called Tết), Korea (Seollal), Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines also celebrate the Lunar New Year.
Each year is associated with one of the twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac, including the dog, rat, horse, pig, and sheep.
Giving red envelopes filled with money to children and unmarried adults is customary, symbolizing good luck and warding off evil spirits.
Fireworks and dragon dances are popular traditions. Lunar New Year, also called Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, marks the start of the lunar calendar. It’s a fun-filled time.
Families gather for a special reunion dinner the night before the New Year. This meal is one of the most important parts of the celebration!
Before the New Year, families thoroughly clean their homes to remove bad luck and make room for good fortune.
The celebration closes with the Lantern Festival, where everyone displays beautiful lanterns and gets to solve fun riddles written on them!
Celebrate and learn about Chinese New Year 2025, the Year of the Snake. These engaging Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year coloring pages and art activities make an impactful classroom display.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Taylor says, “I used this resource in a 6th grade classroom that I was covering and they loved being able to create something to go with our Lunar New Year lesson. Thank you for such an awesome resource!”
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Explore Fall and Halloween in your classroom with these imaginative Art Activities for October! Perfect for Grades 3-7: Upper Elementary and Middle School Teachers, Homeschoolers, and Parents.
Fall is a magical season of rich color and change. This October, encourage your students to celebrate the transition into fall with art and writing activities that explore Mother Nature. Experiment with abstract art projects to reflect on this season’s natural beauty. 🍂 🦔. And as Halloween draws near, what a fabulous time to get really imaginative!
This October, give your students or your own kids (and yourself!) a creative brain break from screens with these low-prep, high-interest print-and-go art activities from The Imagination Box. Art is so much more than just a fun activity—it’s a vital tool for self-expression and building community. Engaging in art can enhance our emotional well-being, improve fine motor skills, and foster focus. Let’s go!
Read on for 10 engaging ways to experiment with creativity at home or in the classroom this October – including a freebie for fall and a freebie for Halloween!
1. Fingerprint Trees
Celebrate the rich colors of fall with this low-prep creative ‘Fall Fingerprint Trees’ painting activity, suitable for all artistic abilities. Kids love to paint using their fingers, and this is a quick and easy fall art project to bring some sensory fun into the classroom.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Owen says, “Easy to prep, and all of my kiddos were able to successfully attend to this art project which is somewhat rare in my room!“
2. A Ball About Fall
This delightful ‘Ball About Fall’ is an engaging way to celebrate fall and Thanksgiving. You can easily create a colorful and imaginative seasonal classroom display to be proud of. Only basic materials are needed for these print-and-go coloring pages and writing activities.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Elizabeth says, “I loved this craft for my door! Students were excited about activity! Love the differentiation for the words or pictures! Thank you!”
3. Abstract Fall Doodles
Engage students in a creative and experimental way. Encourage the exploration of color stories, geometric shapes, abstract patterns, mark making, and doodling. Popular fall-themed shapes include acorn, oak leaf, maple leaf, apple and pumpkin.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Celeste says, “These are great arts and crafts activities! Well laid out and extremely easy to follow. I was looking for some fall fun to add to our routine and this is perfect.“
4. Magical Toadstools
This is a simple, print-and-go coloring activity. Explore color and experiment with oil pastels to create this fun abstract fly agaric toadstool picture. Choose from a selection of worksheets according to age and ability. It is a fun October art activity to leave for a sub or to occupy early finishers.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tammy says, “Thank you so much for this resource!“
5. Hibernating Hedgehogs
This adorable fall hedgehog art project enables students of all abilities to experiment with color and mark-making. Your students will love this easy hibernating hedgehog painting activity! You can use a brush or fingertips for the spines or quills.
Transition into fall with this engaging pop art-inspired acorn art activity. The finished abstract acorn coloring pages will make a fantastic display in your classroom. Choose from marker pens, colored pencils, watercolor paints, oil pastels or collages – or use a mix of these for a fun, multi-media experiment.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jessica says, “This was a lot of fun to do with my students. I loved that each child, no matter their ability was able to participate and had a final project to display.“
7. Spooky Halloween Potions
Grades 4-7 students will love these Halloween art activities. Invite your class to concoct their own spooky potions, create gruesome, bloodshot eyeballs, and respond to creative writing prompts to pen some really chilling spooky stories! This highly engaging activity yields outstanding results in both drawing and writing.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Danielle says, “My students loved creating their potions and I was impressed, and maybe even a little concerned, with their creativity. Highly recommend!“
8. A Spooky Ball
Celebrate Halloween creatively with this easy-to-use and imaginative ‘Spooky Ball’ art and writing prompt activity. The soccer ball template invites students to respond to prompts using Halloween-themed doodles. The ‘art ball’ has prompts for 16 spooky sketches. The ‘word ball’ has prompts for 16 spooky answers and ideas
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Delaney says, “This was the perfect resource to wrap up our week before Halloween! The kids were taking a benchmark, and I needed something fun for them to do once they finished. I loved that the kids were engaged and that I did not have to create something from scratch. I will definitely keep using this resource!“
9. Doodle Bats
Grades 4-7 students love these doodle bat art activities and spooky story writing prompts. Learn about warm and cool colors, explore lines, patterns, and shapes. Create some really amusing spooky stories with a bat theme. This highly engaging activity will make a wonderful collaborative display for your October classroom.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mellissa says, “Great resource to leave with a substitute! Looks great in the hallway too! “
10. Halloween Pumpkin (freebie)
Create a spooktacular display with this engaging free Halloween art activity. This free pumpkin coloring challenge encourages the exploration of color and shape. Bulletin board decor is also included. The aim of this multi-level challenge, is for the pumpkin shape to stand out from the background, with careful selection of color.
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