Welcome to Arts & Crafts Week at Camp Khan Kids! Celebrate self-expression with color, conversation, and creativity! Watch imaginations soar as kids learn how to make new things during Circle Time. Find a book nook and read stories about friendships, perseverance, and mindfulness. Build superpowers to empathize and connect with others. Engage in activities that foster skills for making new friends. Round out the days with a rainbow of colorful crafts.
See below for the week’s schedule at a glance, along with details about how to access each activity. The daily schedule includes 5 activities per day. Feel free to adapt this schedule and mix and match activities to fit your child's interests and learning level.
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MONDAY
Circle Time Video: Build a Toy House 🏠
Join our special guest Caitie from Super Simple Songs in an extra special Circle Time! Today we’ll start by singing the Hello song, and then Caroline and Sophie will read the book “Ollo’s Toy House” by Cynthia Platt. Learn new words from the book like floors, flat, and frame. Think about building your own toy house. What would it look like? How would you build it? Caroline has some ideas! Go to YouTube > Khan Academy Kids channel > Build a Toy House.
Khan Kids Book: Piñata Party 🎉
Read the Book “Piñata Party” by Cynthia Platt in the Khan Academy Kids app. See how Sandy and Ollo use a balloon, paper, and glue to make a piñata! From the home screen of the app, select the purple book “Library” icon, head to the Books tab, and select “Piñata Party” from the New Early Readers section. Go to: Home screen > Library > Books > New Early Readers > Piñata Party.
Printable Worksheet:
- My three super powers (all ages): Handling change can be challenging. But you have super powers that can help you handle times of change! You can express gratitude, take deep belly breaths, and help others around you. You’re on your way to becoming a superhero!
Khan Kids App: How to be a Helper 👋
There are many ways to learn how to be a helpful friend. Head to the social-emotional development section of the Khan Academy Kids app and explore lessons that emphasize thoughtfulness towards others. The “Helping” activity is a great start!
| Go to: | Home screen > Library > Logic + |
| All Ages: | (Preschool Age 4) > Social Emotional Development > Helping |
Time to Play: Make a Rainbow Crayon (or Color a Rainbow!) 🌈
One of the most popular features inside the Khan Academy Kids creative gallery is the rainbow coloring tool. How about making a rainbow crayon in real life? Gather old used crayons, and peel and break them up into small pieces. Peeling the wrappers can be tough if the crayons are old, so factor in a little time to prep the crayons. Snapping the crayons in half or in pieces can be an interesting tactile experience for kids. Arrange crayons in a silicone mold or muffin tin. Parents will need to heat the oven and bake the crayons at a low temperature (275˚F) until the colors are melted. Let the crayons cool before popping out the new shapes.
For a simpler activity, focus on pulling out sheets of blank paper and coloring a rainbow with crayons, pencils, or markers. Enhance the rainbow with cotton balls for clouds, or glitter for a touch of sparkle.
How to Draw Peck the Bird 🐦
Learn how to draw Peck the bird from Khan Academy Kids with Kim Ferrari, our lead animator. An animator is someone who draws, and makes those drawings move. This behind-the-scenes look at how our characters are created may inspire young artists to get out their pencils and give it a try!
TUESDAY
Circle Time Video: Sidewalk Chalk | Let Your Imagination Soar! 💡
Welcome to Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids! Today, our friends Caroline and Sophie read the book “Sidewalk Chalk” by Cynthia Platt. Read along as Peck dives into imaginary play with his chalk, his camp, and his amazing friends. What could you make with a piece of chalk today? Let your imagination soar! Go to YouTube > Khan Academy Kids channel > Let Your Imagination Soar.
Khan Kids Book: Old Friends, New Friends 🤗
Read the Book “Old Friends, New Friends” by Cynthia Platt in the Khan Academy Kids app. Follow the adventures of Scorpion, Mouse, as they focus on inclusivity, and embark upon fun games and new friendships. From the home screen of the app, select the purple book “Library” icon, head to the Books tab, and select “Old Friends, New Friends” from the New Stories section. Go to: Home screen > Library > Books > New Stories > Old Friends, New Friends.
Printable Worksheet:
- “Sidewalk Chalk” coloring page (all ages): After reading “Sidewalk Chalk” at Circle Time, you can color a picture of Peck as he uses his imagination to create a fun adventure! Where will Peck’s drawings take him next?
Khan Kids App: Circle of Friends 💟
Welcome and appreciate friends by heading to the social-emotional development section of the Khan Kids app to discover activities that explore friendships and greetings. The “make a circle” song is a fun way to get started! Follow the directions below to find it.
| Go to: | Home screen > Library > Logic + |
| All Ages: | (Preschool Age 4) > Social Emotional Development > Friends |
Time to Play: Trace and Play with Shadows Outdoors 🌳
Heading outside? Watch for shapes and shadows from objects in the environment. If you have chalk, trace the shadow and color them in with designs and details. If you don’t have chalk, find a place to trace the shadow in the dirt. Get active by moving the object to watch the shadow move. Make the shadow larger and smaller. Measure your shadows. What’s the most interesting object to make a shadow with? Try using your hands and voices to make a shadow puppet show.
How to Draw Kodi the Bear 🐻
Learn how to draw Kodi the Bear from Khan Academy Kids. Start by drawing the circles for Kodi's head, ears, and nose. Then, color Kodi in with shades of green and a touch of pink!
WEDNESDAY
Circle Time Video: How to Make Slime 🟢
Do your kids like to make slime? See what slime is all about in today’s Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids! Caroline and Sophie start the day by reading the book “So Slimy” by Cynthia Platt. Learn fun words like slime, slithered, and sleep. Then, get set for a special “Show & Tell” about making slime. Follow along as our guests make a recipe for glitter slime. Go to YouTube > Khan Academy Kids channel > How to Make Slime.
Khan Kids Book: What’s a Duck to Do? 🦆
Read the Book “What’s a Duck to Do?” by Cynthia Platt in the Khan Academy Kids app. Duck starts out having a pretty rough day, but eventually manages to calm down and find peace. From the home screen of the app, select the purple book “Library” icon, head to the Books tab, and select “Duck to Do” from the New Stories section. Go to: Home screen > Library > Books > New Stories > Duck to Do.
Printable Worksheet:
- Emotions wheel with Reya (all ages): Identifying how we feel helps us handle emotions. Use Reya’s facial expressions and body language to identify how she is feeling. Then, match the pictures to the emotion words. Can you point to the picture that describes your emotion?
Khan Kids App: Happy and Sad Feelings 🙂 🙁
Feeling down or blue? What are some ways we can recognize those feelings, empathize, and help ourselves and others feel better? See how one family beats the blues with the Happy & Sad activity in the Khan Academy Kids app.
| Go to: | Home screen > Library > Logic + |
| All Ages: | (Preschool Age 4) > Social Emotional Development > Happy & Sad |
Time to Play: Paint or Decorate a Paper Plate 🌻
We adore this sunflower paper plate craft from Super Simple. Find a paper plate, paint it yellow, and let it dry. Recycle bubblewrap by painting it a dark color, and then press the bubbles in the middle of the paper plate to make sunflower seeds. Let it all dry, and cut the edges of the paper plate in a flower petal pattern. Add a green stem and leaves by gluing them onto the plate. Voila! Having fun working with paper plates? Google “paper plate crafts” or search the Super Simple website for “paper plate”. Options abound!
How to Draw Reya the Red Panda 🐾
Learn how to draw Reya the Red Panda from Khan Academy Kids. Draw alongside Kim as she explains Reya’s structure, and all of the shapes that make up her face. Practice drawing shapes like teardrops and triangles to make your own Reya. Then, color Reya in with two shades of pink!
THURSDAY
Circle Time Video: Make a Thank You Card 💌
Start Circle Time with a special art tutorial from Kim the animator at Khan Academy Kids. Kim shows kids how to create a thank you card with some ideas on what to draw and color. Creating cards for others is fun! Then, join Caroline & Sophie for “Show & Tell” featuring colorful artwork created by children around the world. Go to YouTube > Khan Academy Kids channel > Make a Thank You Card.
Khan Kids Book: You Should Be Proud 🏅
Read the Book “You Should Be Proud” by Cynthia Platt in the Khan Academy Kids app. In the story, Reya and Peck discuss their daily efforts that result in a feeling of personal accomplishment. From the home screen of the app, select the purple book “Library” icon, head to the Books tab, and select “Be Proud” from the Books About Feelings section. Go to: Home screen > Library > Books > Books About Feelings > Be Proud.
Printable Worksheet:
- Write a Thank You card (ages 2-4): In today’s Circle Time, Kim showed us how to make a thank you card! Use some of her ideas to decorate and draw. Who is your card for? Write their name in the blank!
- Write a Thank You letter (ages 5-7) If you want to include a message in your thank you card, use this template instead. There are lines where you can practice writing sentences. Who is your card for? Think of a few times this person has helped you and write them down!
Khan Kids App: Please & Thank You 🙏
When we have a need or a want, there is a courteous way to ask for something. When we are offered something, there is a polite way to decline. Learn more about the magic words “please” and “no thank you” in this fun song for kids. Access the activity inside the Khan Academy Kids app following the instructions below.
| Go to: | Home screen > Library > Logic + |
| All Ages: | (Preschool Age 4) > Social Emotional Development > Please, Thank You |
Time to Play: Host a Tea Party ☕️
Let’s put manners in motion by hosting a tea party. Decorate a place setting, decide what to serve, make name cards, set the table, and gather siblings or stuffed animal friends to sip some afternoon tea. Don’t hesitate to make it a fancy tea party with a creative theme. We'd love to see what you come up with! #CampKhanKids
How to Draw Sandy the Dingo 🐱
Learn how to draw Sandy the Dingo from Khan Academy Kids with Kim Ferrari, our lead animator. Draw with Kim as she explains Sandy’s structure and illustrates the techniques that create her face. Practice drawing to make your own Sandy.
FRIDAY
Circle Time Video: Putting on a Play 🎭
It’s showtime! Get ready to put on a play by reading the book “Planetary Play” by Cynthia Platt. Learn “pl” words with Caroline and Sophie such as planet, platform, and plug. See a handmade performance with the Khan Kids characters starring a special guest on Show & Tell. Look at fun costumes to inspire a theatrical performance. Go to YouTube > Khan Academy Kids channel > Putting on a Play.
Khan Kids Book: Planetary Play 🪐
Read the Book “Planetary Play” by Cynthia Platt in the Khan Academy Kids app. In the story, the Khan Kids crew star in their own production. From the home screen of the app, select the purple book “Library” icon, head to the Books tab, and select “Planetary Play” from the New Early Readers section. Go to: Home screen > Library > Books > New Early Readers > Planetary Play.
Printable Worksheet:
- Storytelling with Khan Kids characters (all ages): Just like in the book “Planetary Play,” Reya and friends are ready to act out a story! Color the characters and cut them out. Use the characters and their props to tell your story to an audience!
Khan Kids App: Quiet & Loud 🗣🤫
What happens when some people want to be quiet, and others want to be loud? Learn awareness of what it means to be quiet, and what it means to be loud with the Quiet & Loud activity in the Khan Academy Kids app.
| Go to: | Home screen > Library > Logic + |
| All Ages: | (Preschool Age 4) > Social Emotional Development > Quiet & Loud |
Time to Play: Star in a Show 🌟
Living room theater is an accessible and economical entertainment option! Choose a story, cast characters, repurpose costumes, and run rehearsals. Does the show need props? Are there enough seats for family members and pets in the audience? If inspiration is needed for storylines, try a fairytale, a favorite book, or a spin on a kids’ character or TV show.
How to Draw Ollo the Elephant 🐘
Learn how to draw Ollo the Elephant. Watch carefully as Kim explains Ollo’s structure, and drawing techniques for creating his face, ears, and trunk. Practice drawing to make your own version of Ollo the elephant.
That concludes this summer's session of Camp Khan Kids! We hope you enjoyed the activities, and we look forward to bringing you new resources throughout the year. Keep in touch!
❤️ The Khan Academy Kids Team (khankids@khanacademy.org) ❤️
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