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Cute Critter: Red Panda
This charming critter hails from South and Central Asia. They spend over half of their day sleeping!

The Joy of Painting: Full Episode
Looking for a relaxing art session but don’t have the supplies to paint? Enjoy a full episode of 'The Joy of Painting' with the calming Bob Ross!

Coloring Pages

Smithsonian Magazine Coloring Pages (opens in new window)
One hundred museums transformed heir collections into free coloring pages. You'll find everything from medical drawings to zany 1920s advertisements for butter.
Crayola Coloring Pages (opens in new window)
Choose from seasons, plants & animals, characters, and more.
Happy Color App
This is a fun app for "coloring" on your phone. After choosing a design, you'll tap to paint!

Arts & Crafts Ideas

GH Craft Ideas
Lots of craft ideas for home decor, kids, gardens, and more.
Crafts for Adults
Explore crafts for adults!
Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Full Episodes
All 403 episodes of Bob Ross's The Joy of Painting are available on the official YouTube channel. Each episode is about 30 minutes long.
Michaels Projects & Videos
DIY art and craft videos from Michaels arts stores.

eBooks

Upcycling by Simon Brown (By (photographer)); Max McMurdo
ISBN: 9781910254479

Publication Date: 2016

Browse through some upcycling craft ideas, and see if there are any you'd want to complete.
Lazing on a Sunday Crafternoon by Eliza Muldoon
ISBN: 9781742378657

Publication Date: 2014

Contains a collection of 52 simple craft ideas to make with a child helper or on your own.
Origami Crafts by Annalees Lim
ISBN: 9781508190974

Publication Date: 2015

Step-by-step instructions to create different origami pieces!