Animaplates were created by Joelle Meijer. As an educator with a passion for the arts, and an artist with a passion for education, Joelle Meijer specializes in making visual art projects accessible to children. She may not be the first artist to use paper plates as a canvas, but she has refined the technique to a point where you could almost say that she has invented a new art form. Her ideas inspire children to be creative and while they are having fun building and painting their projects, they learn to observe nature and to respect the environment.
Courses
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620 min6-part Crafts course13 CQ
Get into a festive spirit with these DIY holiday crafts for kids of all ages! Have fun creating snowmen, trees, wreaths and other delightful decorations using simple and safe materials!
with AnimaplatesGet into a festive spirit with these DIY holiday crafts for kids of all ages! Have fun creating snowmen, trees, wreaths and other delightful decorations using simple and safe materials!
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416 min4-part Crafts course10 CQ
Who knew that vegetables could be integrated so easily into fun DIY projects? Learn how to use celery stalks to make a beautiful Mother's Day card and onions to make one for Dad on Father's Day!
with AnimaplatesWho knew that vegetables could be integrated so easily into fun DIY projects? Learn how to use celery stalks to make a beautiful Mother's Day card and onions to make one for Dad on Father's Day!
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834 min8-part Crafts course21 CQ
In the mood for some simple DIY fun? This course will entertain you and your kids with easy-to-craft creative toys using simple materials like paper bags, construction paper, buttons, and glue.
with AnimaplatesIn the mood for some simple DIY fun? This course will entertain you and your kids with easy-to-craft creative toys using simple materials like paper bags, construction paper, buttons, and glue.
Other Lessons by Animaplates
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2 minFREECrafts lessonFree2 CQ
The Chinese New Year is a 15-day celebration that culminates in the Lantern Festival. Get in on the fun by making your own red and gold DIY Chinese lantern.
with AnimaplatesThe Chinese New Year is a 15-day celebration that culminates in the Lantern Festival. Get in on the fun by making your own red and gold DIY Chinese lantern.
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3 minFREECrafts lessonFree2 CQ
Getting ready for back to school or want to make a practical gift that can be used every day? Decorate pencil holders made from empty juice cans!
with AnimaplatesGetting ready for back to school or want to make a practical gift that can be used every day? Decorate pencil holders made from empty juice cans!
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3 minFREECrafts lessonFree2 CQ
Don’t fall for expensive boutique table decorations! In this lesson from Animaplates, learn how to create your own inexpensive but elegant napkin rings.
with AnimaplatesDon’t fall for expensive boutique table decorations! In this lesson from Animaplates, learn how to create your own inexpensive but elegant napkin rings.
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3 minCrafts lesson2 CQ
Looking for a cute and thoughtful Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day gift, or even a simple “thank you” gift? Create a bouquet of hearts filled with surprises!
with AnimaplatesLooking for a cute and thoughtful Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day gift, or even a simple “thank you” gift? Create a bouquet of hearts filled with surprises!
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3 minCrafts lesson2 CQ
Do your kids love the Rainbow Fish book? In this lesson, create a Rainbow Fish picture using a crayon wax resist, watercolor, and glitter glue.
with AnimaplatesDo your kids love the Rainbow Fish book? In this lesson, create a Rainbow Fish picture using a crayon wax resist, watercolor, and glitter glue.
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3 minMind + Body lesson2 CQ
Impress your guests with this elegant appetizer tree that's an original way to present appetizers such as cherry tomatoes, olives, and various cheeses.
with AnimaplatesImpress your guests with this elegant appetizer tree that's an original way to present appetizers such as cherry tomatoes, olives, and various cheeses.
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4 minCrafts lesson3 CQ
This lesson, inspired by the work of Claude Monet, shows how to paint a field of poppies on a postcard with a written "thank you" message to a veteran.
with AnimaplatesThis lesson, inspired by the work of Claude Monet, shows how to paint a field of poppies on a postcard with a written "thank you" message to a veteran.
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4 minCrafts lesson3 CQ
Working on improving your child's math skills? In this craft lesson for kids, learn how to create your own abacus counting tool with recycled materials.
with AnimaplatesWorking on improving your child's math skills? In this craft lesson for kids, learn how to create your own abacus counting tool with recycled materials.
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6 minCrafts lesson4 CQ
An elf on the shelf watches the kids so they're nice for Christmas! Learn how to make a homemade Christmas elf out of recycled materials in this lesson.
with AnimaplatesAn elf on the shelf watches the kids so they're nice for Christmas! Learn how to make a homemade Christmas elf out of recycled materials in this lesson.