Draw a space foxOriginal reference and written guide
Make a paper butterflyFinished reference and instructions
Draw a friendly monster from simple shapes
Turn three basic shapes into a funny character with a personality of its own.
Try this activity →A little creativity goes a long way
Big ideas start with little makers.
Easy drawing activities, first animations and playful creative challenges for kids, parents and teachers. Pick an idea, gather a few materials and make something today.
✦ Beginner friendly✎ Simple materials♡ Family activities
AtFunky family moments
Discover all funky ideas →Make it a funky day.
Birthdays, trips, school events and weekends become memorable when children help design the fun.
Choose a starting point
Find your kind of fun.
There’s no perfect way to create. Start with what sounds interesting.
Learn by looking, then doing
See a creative idea come to life.
Big drawings begin with small shapes. Explore finished examples and clear written guidance, then make a version of your own.
✓ Inspiring project references✓ Supplies and age guidance✓ Parent and teacher notes
Try a creative lesson →An original six-picture character example. The activity page provides written steps and adult teaching notes.
Made to inspire
Browse all creative lessons →From first sketch to amazing idea.
See inspiring project results, then follow the practical written directions to make your own version.
Good ideas for today
See all activities →Pick a little project.
Hands-on activities with clear steps, realistic times and everyday materials.
Make a bouncing-ball flipbook animation
Animate a bouncing ball on paper, one little drawing at a time.
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Build a colourful paper-collage city
Use cut-out shapes to invent a street full of imaginative buildings.
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Try an unplugged coding maze
Practice instructions and debugging using arrows instead of a computer.
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Storyboard a tiny three-scene story
Plan a short animation before drawing lots of frames.
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A seven-day creative challenge for kids
Try one manageable creative task each day with no expensive supplies.
Try this activity →A little plan makes it easier
See learning paths →Four sessions. One creative journey.
Choose a parent-friendly learning path or a flexible classroom mini-unit. Each session links to a free picture lesson.
The 7-day creative challenge
Seven days. Seven ways to imagine something new.
Short activities for drawing, thinking, storytelling and making. No special equipment, no pressure to make everything perfect.
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Creative learning at home
Parent guides →Help ideas grow.
Practical guidance for adults who want to support curiosity without turning play into a test.
A playful idea generator
Not sure what to make?
Pick a fresh prompt and try it on your own or as a family.
Draw a robot that grows flowers.
The idea changes here. No account or information needed.
A new way to explore
Explore creative learning →Find the right creative hobby for every age.
Drawing, digital art, graphic design, video editing, animation and coding all begin with imagination, planning and problem-solving—even without a device.
For parents
View learning options ↗Curious about structured creative classes?
Explore age suitability and current course information from Arts Film Academy.
Questions parents ask about creative learning
Choose a practical question to see an original activity, a clear answer and pointers for checking paid classes. Each guide covers one distinct topic.
Drawing
- What materials are needed for a beginner drawing class
- How often should a child practise drawing at home
- What do children learn in a beginner drawing class
Digital art
- Does a child need a drawing tablet for digital art classes
- How do layers work in digital art for children
- Can kids learn digital illustration without expensive software
Animation
- Can kids learn animation without being good at drawing
- What is the difference between 2D and 3D animation for kids
- How do animation classes teach timing and storytelling
Graphic design
- What graphic design projects are suitable for school children
- Why do designers use typography colour and layout
- How can graphic design help children make school presentations
Video editing
- How can children start learning video editing safely
- How can kids plan a video using a storyboard
- Can children learn video editing without publishing videos online
3D animation
- Does a child need drawing skills for 3D animation
- What is the difference between 3D modelling and 3D animation
- What can kids make in their first 3D animation class
Coding
- Which coding language should children learn first
- Can children learn coding without a laptop
- What is block coding and how does it work
Compare creative hobbies
- Drawing vs digital art for kids
- 2D vs 3D animation for kids
- Animation vs coding for kids
- Digital art vs graphic design for kids