Art Sprouts
Preschool art & storytime
a once-a-month caregiver/child art class designed especially for preschoolers (ages 3–6).
Each 1-hour session blends literacy, creativity, and play through:
📖 A short storytime
🎨 A hands-on art project
🖐️ A sensory table for open-ended exploration
Come for one class or join the entire session! Each session is unique, with a new story, project, and art experience—perfect for little ones who love to imagine, create, and explore.
Winter Sessions:
Session 1: Snow Shape Art
📅 Sunday, December 14
Book - Snow by Cynthia Rylant
Art project: Snow hills scene using mixed media and silver paint pens
Sensory: winter kinetic sand & jems
Session 2: Winter Lights & Lanterns
📅 Sunday, January 11th
Book: Owl Moon by Jane Yolen and Stars by Mary Lyn Ray
Project: Lantern making with tissue paper and tea lights
Sensory: Light table play, water tea lights with water beads
Session 3: Winter Hearts
📅 Sunday, February 1st
Book: The Day it Rained hearts by Felicia Bond
Art Project: Canvas mixed- media heart collage & heart printmaking
Sensory: Kinetic sand with heart treasures, make your own love bug using model magic
Every class includes a sensory play area for children who prefer to explore at their own pace.
Why Families Love Art Sprouts:
Quality Time Together: Caregivers and children connect through stories, art, and play.
Creative Confidence: Little ones learn that there’s no “right” way to make art—just joyful exploration.
Literacy + Art: Storytime inspires the project, making reading come alive through hands-on activities.
Sensory-Friendly: Each class includes open-ended materials for children who learn best through touch and movement.
Take-Home Memories: Every session ends with a special piece of art your child creates to share at home.
About the Teacher:
Carolyn Evans is a local Natick mom of 2. She has 12 years of teaching experience and a master's in early childhood education from Lesley University. Alongside classroom teaching Carolyn ran a small children's programming business, The Tiny Kitchen, and early childhood play groups. Carolyn loves bringing together elements of books, art, play, and songs as a way to teach literacy and social/emotional skills but more importantly lessons about friendship, togetherness, and fun! She loves working with families, caregivers, and the local community.
FAQs
Can siblings attend?
Space is limited. Please register an additional spot for an additional participating child.
(Infant-in-arms may attend at no charge; strollers welcome)
Missed a week?
We’re not able to offer refunds for missed classes, but you’re welcome to share your spot with another caregiver for your child if you can’t attend or switch to another art sprouts class if space is available.
Age range?
Designed for early learners ages 3-5 and their grown-ups. If you’re unsure whether it’s a fit, reach out—we’re happy to help.