What would the world look like if we didn't have access to paints, paper, and glue? You can only guess how boring summer camps would be if kids were forced to attend. Imagine how much more boring school would be if kids never got to play with viking art tools during recess.

Thankfully, that's not our reality. Not only would the children be harmed if we did this, but everyone. In that case, we grown-ups would also be in terrible shape. If someone took away all of our craft materials, what would we do? We have acrylic paints, oil paints, leather craft supplies, wood craft tools, and more. I know that if something happened to me, I would cry.

I suppose I did come of age in a world devoid of arts and crafts materials. How so? To put it bluntly, my parents disapproved of my interest in "art." They wanted me to spend all of my free time in the library or study. They were so intent on this that they homeschooled me.

I feel like I missed out on a lot of fun as a kid because I was homeschooled and never got to use crayons or any other art equipment. I wasn't able to put my creative skills to use until my teenage years. My initial attempts at DIY weren't exactly works of beauty. Having said that, I'll tell you that I was hooked on painting the first time I picked up a paintbrush.

Visual expressions move me deeply. Crafts are so much fun! A few paintbrushes and some acrylic or oil paint are the best tools I can think of to spend time productively. Painting is a wonderful creative outlet for me. Yes, I also enjoy purchasing craft materials such as paper, wood, and leather. Put another way, I simply can't get enough of it.

When they saw my closet filled with art equipment, my parents died laughing. Of course, to their credit, I still enjoy learning and reading and everything else they deemed "essential," but I feel like I missed out on a vital part of childhood because I wasn't permitted to practice the skill of drawing.

In addition to books, I think kids must have access to other learning materials, such as art tools, sports equipment, musical instruments, and so on. Children need opportunities to explore their imaginations.

Of course, I also think this of mature people. It is highly recommended that adults stock their living spaces with arts and crafts materials like scrapbooking supplies, leather craft supplies, paper craft supplies, and more. After a stressful day at the office, there is nothing like settling down with a craft project. For variety's sake, it's healthy to exercise a different mental muscle every once in a while.

Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Gifts For Kids Who Love Arts And Crafts

Handmade presents are the finest since they inspire a child to use their imagination and ingenuity. More than that, they advocate for time away from electronic devices. Giving children that enjoy arts and crafts (whether it be drawing, coloring, or just making things) cool presents is a surefire way to make them happy.

The top Christmas presents for creative kids include the following:

Children's Mandala Coloring Book

Kids are just as in need of downtime as grownups. And coloring is a terrific method for kids to relax and focus on something else. Children can benefit in many ways from coloring, including the development of important fine motor skills, increased focus and concentration, and the opportunity to put down electronic devices for a while.

Over 45 intricate mandalas, all designed with youngsters in mind, fill this stunning coloring book ( ages 4 and up). Ideal for relieving tension between both sexes.

Kit for Creating Marbling Effects with Paint

Creative kids can also express themselves via painting. Dan & Darci's Marbling Paint Art Kit gives children a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. They get to create works of art in water, rather than on canvas or paper. This is truly something special that kids of all ages will enjoy, regardless of their interest in arts and crafts.

You'll find a variety of useful tools and supplies, such as an illustrated manual, a design tray, art sheets, five colors, carrageenan powder, styluses, a pipette, a spoon, and more, in this set.

An Essential Guide to Art Museums, by Ferren Gipson

This incredible book by Ferren Gipson, titled the Ultimate Art Museum, is a must-have for any art aficionado and aspiring artist. A virtual exhibition space for children, showcasing masterpieces from all across the world and throughout history.

Featuring kid-friendly layouts, this book takes readers on a tour of the museum's various galleries and wings so they may admire works of art with their little ones while providing them with a narrative guide that is both educational and entertaining. This book is a treasure and should be in every creative kid's library.

Children's DIY Contemporary Art and Crafts Reference Book

Any budding artist needs an outlet for their imagination. Thus, if you provide them with the proper tools, they will surely produce an outstanding result. This Arts and Crafts Library by Kid Made Modern is sure to be a hit with any youngster with a penchant for DIY projects. It comes with over a thousand pieces, so you can have hours of fun making crafts.

The creative potential of young children is practically limitless. This fantastic set features a reusable carrying case, making it convenient for kids to take their arts and crafts with them wherever they go.

Container for Crayola Markers

Do you remember when Crayola first started selling giant boxes of crayons containing fifty or a hundred different shades? It was a good luck charm for each kid who had one. Things haven't changed much, unfortunately; kids still consider it a privilege to have their own well-stocked art supply room.

That's why the Crayola Color Caddy is such a great present for creative kids. This convenient travel caddy is stocked with more than 90 Crayola basics (crayons, wide line markers, pencils, glitter glue sticks, scissors, and more)!

Here are some of the greatest Christmas presents for kids who enjoy arts and crafts, because parents should always encourage their children's artistic interests.