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Create fun faces using fruits and vegetables! This hands-on activity helps children develop their scissor skills and creativity. Inspired by Montessori principles, it’s perfect for PreK and preschool-aged kids, whether at home or in the classroom. While creating picture cards of famous world masterpieces, I revisited the unique artwork of Giuseppe Arcimboldo. His imaginative portraits made me wonder, “Would kids enjoy making something similar?” That’s when I decided to design a fun collage art activity in his style—and the results were amazing! How It Works: Because creating detailed art like Arcimboldo can be tricky, we simplified it! Start by choosing a base face template. Then, cut out small face parts (like eyes, noses, and mouths) and let your child glue them onto the template to make silly and creative faces. It’s a wonderful way to introduce children to the world of art while boosting their fine motor skills. Why Watercolor Illustrations? I chose soft watercolor illustrations for the fruits and vegetables to keep the activity playful and imaginative, rather than using realistic photos, which could be overwhelming. The parts are designed to be easy to cut and fit perfectly onto the face templates. Tips for Parents: Before your child starts, create a sample face together so they can see what the finished product might look like. This helps them understand the concept and get excited to create their own version! Ask guiding questions like, “Which part looks like it could be the eyes?” or “What should we use for the nose?” to engage them even more. How to Print: Print the files on A4 size, slightly thicker drawing paper for durability. Carefully cut out the shapes along the lines. What’s Included: Digital download only (no physical items). Scissors, glue, and other tools are not included. Encourage Creativity! Even if the cuts aren’t perfect, that’s okay! Embrace the little imperfections—after all, it’s your child’s unique artistic touch that makes the project truly special. Please note that this PDF file contains a lot of images, so it may take a moment to fully load. Thank you for your patience as you enjoy the fun of making art with your child!

This printable art activity lets children create a lion’s mane using cotton swabs and paint. A great fine motor and creativity booster, perfect for preschool and early elementary classrooms. Includes: ・A lion face template (mane not drawn) ・Color sample of completed artwork ・Instructions for use ・Japanese version included Use cotton swabs as brushes to tap paint around the lion’s head. Children can explore color, texture, and expressive freedom while practicing hand-eye coordination. Print on A4 paper and prepare paint and cotton swabs. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

ntroduce children to the fascinating world of birds with this set of Montessori 3-Part Vocabulary Cards featuring both Japanese and English text. Designed with realistic illustrations, these cards support early language development and are ideal for bilingual classrooms, ESL learners, and Montessori-inspired environments. This printable PDF resource includes: • 10 beautifully illustrated bird cards • Matching picture cards, word labels, and control cards • All text provided in both Japanese and English • Supports visual recognition, vocabulary building, and language development • Ideal for use in Montessori classrooms, homeschools, and ESL/EFL programs How to use: Print the cards on thick paper or cardstock. Cut out each piece and laminate for durability if desired. Children can work independently or in small groups to match the picture, the Japanese label, and the English label. This activity promotes concentration, language awareness, and early reading skills. This set is especially effective for ages 3–6, but can also be used with older learners interested in birds, languages, or Japanese culture. It’s a great addition to your cultural or science shelves.

This printable art activity allows children to create a face collage using fruits and vegetables, inspired by the style of Giuseppe Arcimboldo. Perfect for Montessori culture study, art integration, or fun seasonal projects. It includes: ・A Mr. Arcimboldo-style face outline ・Over 60 cut-out pieces of fruits and vegetables ・A completed sample for reference ・A Japanese version is also included Children will develop creativity, cutting, and gluing skills while learning about an iconic style of portrait art. Print on A4 paper and prepare scissors and glue. Recommended for ages 4+.

Explore the Japanese art of chigiri-e with this printable activity set. Children use torn colored paper to create adorable animal images, building fine motor skills and cultural awareness. Includes: ・6 animal templates (dog, rabbit, elephant, frog, lion, penguin) ・Color sample images for each ・Instructions for use ・Japanese version also included Ideal for preschool to early elementary students, this activity strengthens hand coordination while introducing traditional Japanese art in a hands-on way. Print on A4 paper and prepare colored paper and glue.