The Kate's Vine

Considering the fact that the children of this generation are surrounded by screens, it is more important than ever to encourage creativity within children and take note of how children engage in creative activities. It has been seen that both the methods of crafting through digital as well as traditional ways have some pros and some cons but most of the cons are related to the problem of excess screen time. This article aims at discussing the effects of both digital and conventional crafting on children and how they can strike a balance while engaging in creativity. Benefits and Considerations of Digital Crafting Digital crafting is a process of making an art work, designs or any other product that will be developed through the aid of computers or other related technology mediums. This can mean drawing apps, VR crafting applications, and programs for animation and graphic design among others. The benefits of digital crafting include: Accessibility:  The Internet has become a rich ...

  Making things with children is always fun and they also get an opportunity to learn aspects such as creativity and critical thinking. When incorporating things such as paper, old cardboard boxes, old shirts, bottles, and cans, etc. for crafts for kids, one is not only nurturing creativity but also passing on an important message on the need to conserve the environment. This article will explain all the advantages of working with recycled material in  kids craft , and suggest The Sustainability of Using Recycled Materials Recycling  is a practice that is acceptable for using materials and products for crafting purposes because it helps eliminate waste of items that would otherwise occupy space in the dumping sites. This way, rethinking what surrounds us and donating a second life to such items as toys, cups, or clothes saves resources and reduces pollution. Crafting with recycled materials aligns with the principles of the three R’s: namely, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. L...