Make Art a Centerpiece of Your Kid’s Summer
Paper Playground’s Summer Art Club caters to creative kids of all genders, with two age groups: ages 3-6 and ages 5-9. We explore new themes and mediums every week through unique projects that delight our students and always leave them wanting more.
Early Bird Pricing: Save $50 per week when you sign up by March 15th!
“Paper Playground's programs are always fantastic. Shayla and her team are kind, warm and fun. And the projects are always so creative and engaging. My 6-year-old has loves every program she's done.”
Jessica L.
“The mix of art and sensory play is so wonderful, and the owner is so kind and creative. It’s such a unique, special program, I couldn’t recommend it more highly!”
Christy C.
“My daughter loved her day at Paper playground! The project was so fun and engaging for her. She enthusiastically shared her dollhouse with anyone she could the rest of the day.”
Brooke Y.
Helping Kids Express Themselves & Connect Through Art
Paper Playground's Summer Art Club sparks imagination, creativity, and confidence. Kids are invited to explore, experiment, and express themselves in a welcoming studio where the process always takes priority over the results.
Our programs are hands-on and full of fun, self-expressive creativity.
Each day includes open-ended art making, sensory play, creative stations, and guided projects that change throughout the week. Children work with a wide range of materials, explore new techniques, and follow their own ideas with support from caring, encouraging instructors. Along the way, they build artistic skills, problem-solving abilities, and meaningful friendships,
all while making a joyful mess.
Sample Daily Schedule
9:00 AM – Arrival & Creative Warm-Up
Start the day with free art activities and imaginative play to get inspired.
9:30 AM – Morning Art Project
Dive into a hands-on art project, exploring new techniques and materials.
10:30 AM – Snack Break & Free Play
11:00 AM – Outdoor Play & Lunch
Head outside for active fun in the fresh air, followed by a picnic-style lunch (brought from home).
12:45 PM – Afternoon Art Project
Get creative with a second art project, building on the morning’s skills or exploring something new.
1:45 PM – Snack & Open Studio
3:00 PM – Dismissal
Say goodbye and take home your creations from an inspiring day!
*All snacks and meals are brought from home and must be nut-free.
The Nitty Gritty Details
Summer Art Clubs at Paper Playground take place each week from June 29th to September 4th, 2026. Programs run Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (early drop-off option available).
Each week features a new theme, making sure there’s something for everyone.
2026 SUMMER THEMES
✨ Magical Worlds: June 29th - July 2nd and August 3rd - 7th Students will create enchanting projects inspired by dragons, fairies, potions, and other mythical wonders while exploring a variety of materials and mediums including drawing, painting, and clay.
🧁 Sweet Treats: July 6th - 10th and August 17th - 21st Students will design their own mini bakery filled with handmade pretend pastries, cakes, and confections. Using vibrant materials and fluffy 3D “frosting,” they’ll explore the world of 'decoden' art to decorate irresistible cake creations and sugary-sweet masterpieces.
🎨 Summer Art Club (Ages 3-6): July 13th - 17th Students will dive into a rich variety of materials as they paint, collage, build, layer, and assemble imaginative works of art. Each day introduces a new process or medium, encouraging kids to mix textures, combine techniques, and discover their own artistic voice.
🪡 Intro to Sewing: July 20th - 24th In our Introduction to Hand Sewing camp, kids will learn the basics of hand stitching while creating fun and functional projects! Students will practice techniques like threading needles, sewing simple seams, and embellishing fabrics to craft items such as felt toys, accessories, and personalized decorations.
🐶 Purrfect Pets: July 27th - 31st and August 24th - 28th All week long, students dive into playful, pet-inspired projects using a wide range of open-ended art materials. From painting whimsical puppy portraits to crafting charming kitty treasures, each day brings a new opportunity for imagination, exploration, and joyful making.
👩🎨 Artrepreneur: August 10th - 14th Young artists will create a variety of sellable projects, including mini easel artworks, hand-painted plant pots, jewelry, and custom slime jars. Along the way, campers will explore what it means to be an entrepreneur by developing logos, setting prices, and learning simple marketing strategies to showcase their work.
☁️ Slime Lab: August 31st - September 4th Each day, students will create two totally different slimes, exploring a playful mix of colors, textures, scents, and eye-catching mix-ins. From fluffy clouds to glittery galaxy swirls to crunchy, crackly creations, kids will dive into hands-on sensory fun while customizing every slime to match their imagination.
Summer Program FAQ
Do you offer refunds?
No. All summer registrations are final and non-refundable.
However, credit for future programs will be issued under the following conditions:
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100% camp credit (minus Sawyer processing fee) if cancellation is received 60 days prior to the start of your program.
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50% credit if cancellation is received 30 days prior to the start of camp.
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No credit will be issued for cancellations received 14 days or less before your program begins.
Can I sign up for partial weeks or receive credit for missed days?
No. We do not allow partial-week enrollments, nor do we provide partial credit or refunds for days missed due to vacations, long weekends, or other absences. Summer enrollment is for the full week only.
What should my child bring?
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A hat
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Sunscreen
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Two nut-free snacks
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A nut-free lunch
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A water bottle
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Please have your child wear shoes that are appropriate for outdoor play.
Does my child need to be bathroom-independent?
Yes. All students must be able to use the bathroom independently.
Please contact shayla@paperplaygroundbk.com if you have additional questions.