Looking for fun and easy art activities for 3 year olds to keep your little one entertained?
You’re in the right place! At this age, kids are full of curiosity and creativity, so it’s the perfect time to introduce them to some playful art projects. Here are three activities that your little one will absolutely love!
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1. Giant Name Art
Giant name art is a super fun way to get your child excited about both letters and colors! Start with a big sheet of kraft paper or even an old grocery bag. Write your child’s name in big, bubbly letters, then let them go wild coloring it in.
Crayons, markers, stickers—anything goes! It’s a fantastic way for your little artist to get creative while also learning to recognize the letters in their name.
Plus, when they’re done, you’ll have a special piece of artwork to hang up and show off!
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2. DIY Giant Coloring Page: one of my favorite coloring art activities for 3-Year-Olds
Who doesn’t love a good coloring session?
For this activity, roll out a long sheet of butcher paper and draw some fun, simple images—think animals, flowers, or maybe a scene from their favorite story.
Then, hand over the crayons, markers, or washable paints and let your child’s imagination run wild! This giant coloring page is perfect for solo play or for sharing with friends during playdates.
It’s a wonderful way to spend some creative time together and see where their imagination takes them.
3. Dinosaur Shadow Tracing: STEM art activities for 3-Year-Olds
Dinosaur Shadow Tracing is a dino-mite way to mix art and a little bit of science! Grab some of your child’s favorite dinosaur figurines and set them up along the edge of a big sheet of paper.
Then, use a flashlight or sunlight to cast shadows of the dinosaurs onto the paper.
Finally, let your child trace the shadows with a pencil or crayon. Once the dinosaurs are all outlined, they can color them in and create their own prehistoric scene. It’s a fun, hands-on way to explore shadows and get creative with their favorite dinosaurs!
Wrapping It Up
These art activities for 3-year-olds are both easy to set up and guaranteed to bring a smile to your little one’s face. Whether they’re coloring their name, filling in a giant page, or tracing dino shadows, your 3-year-old will have a blast while learning and growing. So, grab some paper, crayons, and a dash of creativity, and dive into these fun projects today!
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