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March 14 is a special day for all the little artists out there – it's National Children's Craft Day! This holiday was established in 1994 to encourage children to explore their creativity and express themselves through various forms of art. Whether it's painting, drawing, sculpting or any other craft, this day celebrates the power of imagination and self-expression in young minds. So grab some supplies and get ready to have some fun creating masterpieces with your little ones on this exciting occasion!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of the Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Children's Craft Day was established, sanctioning a day dedicated to the encouragement of children's creativity through crafts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Within Curriculum</div><div class='timeline-text'>Crafts began to be integrated more widely into school curriculums to support hands-on learning and creativity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popularity Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>The popularity of crafting soars due to platforms like Pinterest and Etsy, which provide craft ideas and selling platform for kid-made crafts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion of Technology</div><div class='timeline-text'>Craft activities started to incorporate technology, like 3D printing and programmable robots, opening a new facet of crafting for children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Crafting During Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid COVID-19 lockdowns, crafting saw a resurgence as families turned to creative outlets to keep children engaged during home quarantines.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a themed craft day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick a theme, such as animals or superheroes, and plan a day of crafts related to that theme. This will allow children to explore their creativity and have fun making different crafts.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a craft store</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take children to a local craft store and let them pick out their own supplies to create their own unique crafts. This can be a fun and interactive way for them to celebrate National Children's Craft Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a craft party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite children over to your house for a craft party. Provide different materials and instructions for various crafts and let them have fun creating together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a craft challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge children to come up with their own unique crafts using only specific materials. This will encourage them to think outside the box and use their imagination.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate crafts to a children's hospital</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of children and create crafts to donate to a local children's hospital. This is a great way to spread joy and celebrate National Children's Craft Day by giving back to the community.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages creativity in children</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Children's Craft Day is a wonderful opportunity for kids to explore their artistic side. Whether it's painting, drawing, or making something out of recycled materials, crafting allows children to express themselves and think outside the box!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes bonding and family time</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Crafting together as a family on National Children's Craft Day is a great way to create lasting memories and strengthen bonds. It's also a chance for parents and caregivers to engage with their children in a fun, hands-on activity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Crafting has educational benefits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Not only is crafting enjoyable, but it also has numerous educational benefits for children. From developing fine motor skills to learning about colors and shapes, there are many opportunities for learning while creating crafts on this special day!</p></div></div>
National Children's Craft Day is celebrated on March 14 every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Thursday.
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