# creative play (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover creative play. Page: Feed: --- ## [Build clear, easy systems for truly child-led creativity!](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/build-clear-easy-systems-for-truly) _2026-08-10 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ With one easy, almost-magic solution ## [Joanne Brokaw August Events](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/joanne-brokaw-august-events) _2026-08-10 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ Art workshops, writing prompts, and a neighborhood stamp safari ## [Poem Prompt: Surprised By Joy](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/poem-prompt-surprised-by-joy) _2026-07-31 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ For the next Exquisite Collaboration poem, you're invited to share something joyful or magical that surprised you this week ## [How to make art clean up a little less miserable](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/how-to-make-art-clean-up-a-little) _2026-07-28 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Some tips + tricks that work for us! ## [Does play matter after early childhood?](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/does-play-matter-after-early-childhood) _2026-07-17 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Re-introduce play today with 5 of our current favorite materials ## [How do we make play possible?](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/how-do-we-make-play-possible) _2026-07-08 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Rethinking the physical learning space. ## [Curiosity, Creative Play, and Rainy Days](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/curiosity-creative-play-and-rainy) _2026-07-05 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ Is this what it feels like to be an artist? To see something in your head and make it exist in reality, when the time is right and when you are who you need to be? ## [Upcoming Events: Summer 2026](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/upcoming-events-summer-2026) _2026-06-28 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ Workshops, events and get togethers for July and August ## [Finding play](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/finding-play) _2026-06-18 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Wherever you are, it's available. ## [Just add water.](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/just-add-water) _2026-06-04 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Make everything better + a printable for you! ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZKmz8P8Hom3N) _2026-06-04 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [Qualities of real creative play](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/is-it-an-activity-or-is-it-play) _2026-05-22 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ How to tell the difference while nurturing creative play this summer. ## [The Therapy of Wet Paintbrushes and Play](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/the-therapy-of-wet-paintbrushes-and) _2026-05-17 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ In elementary school, a friend and I were sent to the principal's office for spraying the girl's bathroom with water and paint while cleaning art brushes. Oops. ## [Five art-teacher-tested recipes for a last minute, handmade gift](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/five-art-teacher-tested-recipes-for) _2026-05-09 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Using 4 materials or less! ## [Unconventional Poetry feature](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/unconventional-poetry-feature) _2026-05-03 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ The Exquisite Collaboration Project was featured in the Genesee Valley Pennysaver during National Poetry Month ## [The humble egg carton.](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/the-humble-egg-carton) _2026-04-28 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ A continuation of "is it paintable," an egg carton chime DIY, and lots more. ## [Is it paintable?](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/is-it-paintable) _2026-04-18 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Surprising surfaces to explore with watercolor paints. ## [A lesson from discarded art](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/a-lesson-from-discarded-art) _2026-04-14 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ I found two collage experiments in the bottom of a box of art supplies and realized they aren't nearly as terrible now as they were a year ago. ## [Exquisite Collaboration Poem: In Case You Need To Hear This Today](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/exquisite-collaboration-poem-in-case) _2026-04-03 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ This month's poem is just for you. ## [View From The Great Beyond](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/view-from-the-great-beyond) _2026-04-02 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ Today's collage is inspired by the launch of Artemis II and Octavia Butler's Earthseed series, where real life meets fiction in the further exploration of humanity in space. ## [Want to encourage self-motivated kids?](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/want-to-encourage-self-motivated) _2026-04-01 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Do less, say less, make space. ## [AI Summaries & Audio Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IQ3KNQyGG80w) _2026-04-01 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to concise audio briefings for the latest stories. ## [Flex the creativity muscle with these easy drawing games](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/11-quick-and-easy-drawing-games-to) _2026-03-19 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Must-save ideas for boredom busters and imagination reboots. ## [The Secret to Endless Art Materials (Without Spending a Dollar)](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/the-secret-to-endless-art-materials) _2026-03-11 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Plus Bar's simple, inspiring system of collecting and curating. ## [The Secret To Creative Play](https://joannebrokaw.substack.com/p/the-secret-to-creative-play) _2026-03-07 · Joanne Brokaw · In The Gloaming_ I've stopped asking myself what a real artist is, or even asking "is this art?" Instead, I focus on whatever muse shows up to play, with whatever materials are on the table. ## [What do art and play have to do with "future readiness"?](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/what-do-art-and-play-have-to-do-with) _2026-03-04 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Empowering children to be decision-makers. ## [Solving real problems with joy and creativity](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/solving-real-problems-with-joy-and) _2026-02-23 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Even in rigid structures and systems. ## [Our best strategies for offering a heartfelt and creative experience](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/easy-open-ended-valentines-that-invite) _2026-02-12 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ No last minute big-box store purchases necessary. ## [What do you do with the mad that you feel?](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/what-do-you-do-with-the-mad-that) _2026-02-06 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ Creative play ideas for the frustrated and furious inspired by Mr. Rogers ## [Find the good.](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/find-the-good) _2026-01-30 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ In a deeply unjust world, children will lead us to find the good. ## [Freedom to see things differently.](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/freedom-to-see-things-differently) _2026-01-22 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ And ways to play with a pool noodle. ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ITU2kZVxNvTS) _2026-01-22 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [Playful process art, dignity, and aging.](https://artisplay.substack.com/p/playful-process-art-with-dignity) _2026-01-12 · The Creativity Project · Art is Play_ In conversation with Harper Marten of The Arts of Aging