From April 23–27, 2026, Kids at the Creek Preschool will host our 4th Annual Art Walk, a week-long celebration of creativity in action.
Each spring, our classrooms open their doors to families for this special tradition — an opportunity to step into the world of childhood imagination, exploration, and expression. The Art Walk is more than an exhibit; it is a reflection of the learning that unfolds every day
inside our play-based preschool community.
A Growing Tradition
What began four years ago as a small celebration of classroom creativity has grown into a meaningful school-wide tradition that brings our entire community together.
The Art Walk reflects who we are as a play-based, process art preschool. Throughout the year, children engage in open-ended art experiences that invite them to explore materials, test ideas, make decisions, and express themselves freely. You will not see rows of identical crafts. Instead, you will see individuality, experimentation, collaboration, and joy.
As a play-based preschool, we believe children learn best when they are actively engaged — building, imagining, painting, constructing, questioning, and discovering. Through creative exploration, children strengthen fine motor skills, develop flexible thinking, build confidence, practice problem-solving, and learn to collaborate with others. They discover that their ideas matter.
The pieces displayed during the Art Walk represent the many small moments of exploration that happen daily in our classrooms.
What Families Will Experience
During Art Walk week, families will visit their child’s classroom on their teacher’s assigned day to view individual artwork and student-created sculptures.
In the lobby, each class will showcase a collaborative piece — large-scale works that reflect shared creativity, teamwork, and collective decision-making. Students will also tour the exhibit with their teachers during class time, allowing them to observe, reflect, and take pride in their contributions.
Community Reflections
This year, our lobby will include a special interactive element. Birch trees will invite families to leave notes of encouragement for our young artists.
Parents are welcome to take their time — perhaps enjoying a coffee from our café — as they walk through the displays and reflect on the creativity they see.
When children witness their work being valued by their families and community, something powerful happens: their confidence grows.
The Art Walk is a reminder that childhood creativity is not about perfect products. It is about courage, curiosity, and connection.
We are grateful to continue this growing tradition for the fourth year and look forward to celebrating with our families once again.
By Monika LeMoine > Teacher, KATC
About the Author > Monika LeMoine is a Preschool teacher at Kids at the Creek (KATC), where she has been inspiring young learners for the past five years. Beyond the KATC classrooms, Monika serves as an art docent at the local elementary school, fostering a deep appreciation for creativity in the community’s children. She is a dedicated advocate for process art, believing firmly in its power to bolster social and emotional development. Monika is passionate about providing children the freedom to experiment and explore, teaching them that in the world of art, there are no “right” or “wrong” ways—only the joy of creation.
Frequently Asked Questions: 4th Annual Art Walk
1. When and where is the Art Walk taking place? The Art Walk is a week-long celebration held from April 23–27, 2026, at Kids at the Creek Preschool. Families are invited to visit their child’s specific classroom on their teacher’s assigned day to view the displays.
2. What makes the art at Kids at the Creek unique? As a process-art and play-based preschool, we focus on the experience of creating rather than a “perfect” finished product. Instead of rows of identical crafts, you will see unique pieces that reflect each child’s individuality, experimentation, and decision-making.
3. What can families expect to see during their visit? Visitors will enjoy a variety of individual artwork and student-created sculptures within the classrooms. Additionally, the lobby will feature collaborative pieces—large-scale works created by entire classes working together as a team.
4. How do the students participate in the event? Beyond creating the art, students will take guided tours of the exhibit with their teachers during class time. This allows them to observe their peers’ work, reflect on their own projects, and take pride in their contributions to the school community.
5. Is there an interactive element for parents and visitors? Yes! This year’s lobby display includes interactive Birch trees where families can leave notes of encouragement for the young artists. We also invite parents to grab a coffee from our café and take their time reflecting on the creativity on display.
6. Why is the Art Walk an important tradition for the school? The Art Walk celebrates the “courage, curiosity, and connection” of childhood. By putting their work on display, we help children build confidence, strengthen fine motor skills, and realize that their unique ideas and expressions are deeply valued by their community.