I do love my craft time with the kids, but with that said, I have to also share that it is something I have to make myself do. I could find myself just not doing crafty things because they’re messy and you have to let go of your preconceived outcomes.

I do have some activities that we follow directions on and then others where they are given the items and the idea of what inspired it but are allowed to do their thing, and lately, there are times when they are fully in charge of what is created.

I believe that all three styles provide different experiences and skills and that having a balance is important to the whole process.