Wondering how you can support your child with their creative endeavours and boost their problem solving skills, increase their imagination and help them learn? Brilliant! You’re in the right place. Here are lots of easy ways you can do just that: Encourage your children to think for themselves Start by remembering, getting creative is supposed …

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With more and more attention being drawn to the realities of climate change and other eco issues, it’s never been more important to help teach our kids about the importance and wonder of nature. Here are 15 creative activities to help them appreciate the world around them while having fun and nurturing their inner artist: …

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At Oglee Poglee HQ, you’ll often hear us raving about the power of creativity and just how vital it is to help our children unleash theirs! But when traditional education pushes the arts to the sidelines, how can you know creativity is something worth nurturing in your kids? Let’s take a look at 6 important …

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Nurturing a child’s creativity is one of the most valuable things we can do for them during their childhood. We were all born to create. Yet sadly many adults have forgotten how to use and enjoy their natural ingenuity. At Oglee Poglee, we’re determined this won’t be the case for the next generation – and …

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What family beach trip isn’t complete without building a sandcastle? It’s the perfect chance for both kids and grown-ups to get creative together and bring out your competitive sides while you’re at it! If you’re planning on spending a whole day on the sands, here are 10 other creative beach activities to try: Make sand …

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Image by Handy with Scissors   If you’re not as naturally creative as you’d like to be, finding ways to inspire the kids into getting craft or expressing their arty side can be tricky. Where do you start?! Well, wonder no more – here are our top picks of creative influencers who will give you …

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If your child has a big imagination then they will love our craft party bags.  These little craft kits have no instructions included which means your child is free to create whatever they like with the cool crafty bits.  It’s known as open-ended play and the only limitation is your child’s imagination. We love it …

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It’s lovely when our kids get arty and proudly bring us their creations. But we’ve all faced that moment when we’re not entirely sure what to do with their latest masterpiece. There’s only so much room on the front of the fridge and it’s hard throwing stuff away. Here are our favourite alternative ideas of …

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The word ‘craft’ may have somewhat feminine connotations, but boys really do love to craft too! All children are born curious explorers ready to experiment with materials and eager to problem solve, which is why crafting is an activity anyone can enjoy. At Oglee Poglee, we cater for boys by keeping crafts BIG, interactive, and …

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Looking for more creative ideas to do with your kids? Presenting your child with an exciting invitation to create doesn’t need to be complicated. The most memorable creative opportunities often come from trying something new! Here are 20 kids craft techniques and activities every child should have a go at before they turn 12: Collage …

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Eager to create more creative moments with your children? There’s a good chance you’ve come across the term ‘invitation to create’ on Instagram, Pinterest or craft packed parenting blogs – but what does this popular term mean? And how does an invitation to create benefit our kids? The good news: it’s easy to understand. An …

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Crafting and creating needn’t be something you keep to days spent at home. We try to encourage our children to be creative wherever we go, particularly if we’ve got some time to fill while travelling or on holiday. Here are 10 ways to get creative outside the house: Sketching & doodling Keep it simple with …

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The easiest way to keep them entertained this summer? Help them get lost in the beauty of their own imagination. Here are 10 exciting invitations you can set up to encourage them to imagine, create, problem solve and have fun: Cardboard targets Mix crafting with active play by giving your kids the tools to make …

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Children are born creators, and they love being given a sense of responsibility – so what could be more exciting than being given their very own art box full of tools and materials to craft whenever they like! Here’s what to include in their first art box: Quality crayons Even the youngest creative can have …

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When it comes to unleashing our kids’ creativity, sometimes we need a little inspiration. These brilliant books are packed full of ideas to stimulate young minds and encourage creative thinking: Red Ted Art: Cute and Easy Crafts for Kids Looking for a fun way to spend time with your children that doesn’t require hours of …

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You don’t need a cupboard full of craft supplies to get your kids creatively thinking and having fun! These 10 simple games require just pen and paper, great for on the go or while waiting at a restaurant: Art directors Let’s start with one which is great for children to play with family or friends. …

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We all know there’s nothing more wonderful for little kids than free creative play. Invaluable for their innovation skills, manual dexterity and of course a couple of hours’ without electronic devices can’t do them any harm.