A2-056 course

Back to Basics: Visual Arts Toolbox

Bring the wonder of the visual arts to life in your early learning setting with this practical, inspiring toolbox designed especially for early childhood educators.
Created By Claudia Thompson - ECE Learning Unlimited
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This toolbox is perfect for educators who want to refresh their practice, deepen children’s learning experiences, and communicate the importance of the arts in early childhood. Simple, practical, and inspiring, it’s your go to resource for bringing creativity back to the heart of teaching with inspiring printable ideas galore!

Who is this for?

Beginners and experienced teachers in ECE

Learning Time

This self-paced course is approximately 2 hours of learning time.

Skill Level

Suitable for beginners and experienced teachers in ECE

Inside, you’ll find:


  • Teaching support – clear suggestions for weaving visual arts learning into your daily programme.
  • Provocation ideas – creative sparks to ignite children’s imagination and exploration.
  • Curriculum connections – links to Te Whāriki and the EYLF that ground your practice in both theory and everyday action.
  • Bonus parent resource – a ready to share guide that helps parents understand the incredible value of messy play and artistic expression.
Certificate of completion provided for your professional learning records

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About the presenter

Claudia Thompson

Claudia is highly regarded for her expertise as a qualified Early Childhood Education (ECE) educator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role. 

She plays a critical role as a creative and innovative content creator for ECE Learning Unlimited, where she continuously strives to develop engaging and educational resources for young learners.

What others said about this course:

It’s great to see both how we used to do things and how it’s incorporated into the ways it’s done now.
— BROOKE
The sheets are really good guide to keep up with ideas and reflection of how to change or add to the art activity.
— HELENE
Loved all the ideas and examples - as a Trainer and Assessor and Support Coordinator for FDC I will be definitely be sharing lots of these.
— DANIELLE

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