Abu Dhabi Children’s Library Online

Multicoloured menageries

Draw the outlines of various birds, cut them out and decorate them using a range of materials to create your own menagerie.

Make a Seal

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Jewellery design drawing (part 2)

Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.

Ruqaa script.

Learn about the letters of the Ruqaa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.

Ruqaa script: letters Ha, Jeem, Khaa

Learn about the letters of the Ruqaa script with the calligrapher Mohamed Mandi.

Painting Abstract Images

In this activity, learn how to transform abstract images into your own works of art.

Mosaic Butterfly

Learn the art of mosaics and create works of art using small pieces of coloured glass.

Magic Leaves Drawing

Learn how to use crayons and watercolours to create colourful prints using leaves.

Decoupage

In this activity, learn the simple yet diverse medium of decoupage and transform any surface into a canvas for your imagination.

Clay Sculpture

Learn to create three-dimensional representations by moulding clay.

Paper Fish

Video for Usage of colored papers to make a fish

Etel Adnan Inspired Activity

Create a colourful and textural abstract landscape inspired by the extraordinary artist Etel Adnan.

Fruit Sculptures

Learn how to make playful fruit sculptures using plaster.

Linoleum Printing – Sheikh Zayed Mosque

In this activity, learn the linoleum printmaking technique to create print artworks of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque.

Fashion Illustration

In this activity, learn how to construct figures for fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.

Raqqa script.

Learn about the letters of the Raqqa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.

Tradition and Its Birthplace

This video will talk to students about the iconic Qasr Al Muwaiji, where many traditions were born.

Islam and religious tolerance

Learn how tolerance dates back to early Islam and how the UAE welcomed people from different religions.

In Celebration of World Music Day

In celebration of World Music Day, we would like to invite you to enjoy meeting some of Abu Dhabi's key musical performances and activities.

Printing Qasr Al Hosn

Print an illustration of Qasr Al Hosn using your favourite colours.

Acrylic Pour Painting

Mix and pour acrylic paints to create dreamy, surreal, and celestial artworks.

Learn about Al Ayala and discover Al Ain Oasis

Learn about Al Ayala, a traditional performance art of the UAE and explore aspects of Al Ain Oasis through the eyes of experts and artists.

Cardboard Stamps

Create up-cycled Cardboard Stamps and enjoy the process of printing.

Paper Quilling

Learn the technique of paper quilling for endless possibilities of creative designs.

Plate Glazing

In this activity, learn how to apply glaze to your ceramic objects and personalize your creations.

Silk Painting

Learn silk painting techniques

Fashion Illustration

Learn how to construct fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.

Pen Illustration

Explore pen drawing and shading techniques

Calligraphy Tools

Learn about the calligraphy tools used in all types of Arabic script.

Origami Flowers

Make your own origami flowers

Preparing Calligraphy Tools

Learn how to sharpen the pen and apply ink to prepare your calligraphy works on paper.

Clay Art: Palm Tree

Learn simple clay techniques

Mastering the Seas: Julfar, Ibn Majid, and Arab Navigation

This video introduces students to Julfar, Ibn Majid, and Arab Navigation.

Doll Making

Create your own dolls.

Cubist Portraits

Create your own abstract portraits inspired by Cubism.

A Craft, A Place, and A Tradition

This video will introduce students to the history of Al Sadu, Al Ain Palace Museum, as well as the Emirati Majlis.

Charcoal Animation

Bring your charcoal drawings to life through film and animation.

History at Home: Explore Marawah Island

Discover what life was like on Marawah Island 8,000 years ago.

World Music Exploratory Guides

Explore the rich tapestry created by musicians, from the music of the Arab World to internationally renowned composers.

Arabic Naskh Script Foundation Course

A calligraphy course where students can learn the Naskh script basics using classical tools, to create calligraphy artworks.

Meet Astrophotographer Samy Olabi

Meet photographer Samy Olabi, a regional pioneer in astrophotography.

The Five Elements of Light

Portrait photography can be defined as ‘drawing light’. Photographer Julian John breaks down the five elements of light and how to control them.

Meet Photographer Julian John

Meet Julian John, professional photographer, MAS Photography Studio.

‘Do not feel burdened’

Arabic calligraphy demonstration by Mohammed Al Mandi, ‘Do not feel burdened’.

Salt dough leaves

Create leaf ornaments by using real foliage to make impressions in clay or salt dough. Once dry, decorate and use them for bowls or jewellery.

Make a Collage

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Make a Helmet

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Clay teddy bear

Create your own teddy bear sculpture out of clay or salt dough. Decorate your creation using paint and glitter.

Comical faces

Work alone or with a family member to draw different sets of facial features. Cut them out and assemble them together to create a funny face.

Make a Horse

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Gahwa and Chai paintings

Use coffee and tea as alternative painting mediums and explore their qualities to create texture, shadows, gradients and depth.

Mixed media tote bag

Make your own customised tote bag using canvas or leather and decorate it with repeating patterns, stencils, found objects and more.

Illuminated tree

Create an illuminated image using a box, battery-powered fairy lights, layers of tracing paper, pastels and paint.

Make a Mask

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Make a Scene

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Jewellery design drawing (part 1)

Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.

Multicoloured menageries

Draw the outlines of various birds, cut them out and decorate them using a range of materials to create your own menagerie.

Make a Seal

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Jewellery design drawing (part 2)

Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.

Ruqaa script.

Learn about the letters of the Ruqaa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.

Ruqaa script: letters Ha, Jeem, Khaa

Learn about the letters of the Ruqaa script with the calligrapher Mohamed Mandi.

Painting Abstract Images

In this activity, learn how to transform abstract images into your own works of art.

Mosaic Butterfly

Learn the art of mosaics and create works of art using small pieces of coloured glass.

Magic Leaves Drawing

Learn how to use crayons and watercolours to create colourful prints using leaves.

Decoupage

In this activity, learn the simple yet diverse medium of decoupage and transform any surface into a canvas for your imagination.

Clay Sculpture

Learn to create three-dimensional representations by moulding clay.

Paper Fish

Video for Usage of colored papers to make a fish

Etel Adnan Inspired Activity

Create a colourful and textural abstract landscape inspired by the extraordinary artist Etel Adnan.

Fruit Sculptures

Learn how to make playful fruit sculptures using plaster.

Linoleum Printing – Sheikh Zayed Mosque

In this activity, learn the linoleum printmaking technique to create print artworks of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque.

Fashion Illustration

In this activity, learn how to construct figures for fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.

Raqqa script.

Learn about the letters of the Raqqa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.

Tradition and Its Birthplace

This video will talk to students about the iconic Qasr Al Muwaiji, where many traditions were born.

Islam and religious tolerance

Learn how tolerance dates back to early Islam and how the UAE welcomed people from different religions.

In Celebration of World Music Day

In celebration of World Music Day, we would like to invite you to enjoy meeting some of Abu Dhabi's key musical performances and activities.

Printing Qasr Al Hosn

Print an illustration of Qasr Al Hosn using your favourite colours.

Acrylic Pour Painting

Mix and pour acrylic paints to create dreamy, surreal, and celestial artworks.

Learn about Al Ayala and discover Al Ain Oasis

Learn about Al Ayala, a traditional performance art of the UAE and explore aspects of Al Ain Oasis through the eyes of experts and artists.

Cardboard Stamps

Create up-cycled Cardboard Stamps and enjoy the process of printing.

Paper Quilling

Learn the technique of paper quilling for endless possibilities of creative designs.

Plate Glazing

In this activity, learn how to apply glaze to your ceramic objects and personalize your creations.

Silk Painting

Learn silk painting techniques

Fashion Illustration

Learn how to construct fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.

Pen Illustration

Explore pen drawing and shading techniques

Calligraphy Tools

Learn about the calligraphy tools used in all types of Arabic script.

Origami Flowers

Make your own origami flowers

Preparing Calligraphy Tools

Learn how to sharpen the pen and apply ink to prepare your calligraphy works on paper.

Clay Art: Palm Tree

Learn simple clay techniques

Mastering the Seas: Julfar, Ibn Majid, and Arab Navigation

This video introduces students to Julfar, Ibn Majid, and Arab Navigation.

Doll Making

Create your own dolls.

Cubist Portraits

Create your own abstract portraits inspired by Cubism.

A Craft, A Place, and A Tradition

This video will introduce students to the history of Al Sadu, Al Ain Palace Museum, as well as the Emirati Majlis.

Charcoal Animation

Bring your charcoal drawings to life through film and animation.

History at Home: Explore Marawah Island

Discover what life was like on Marawah Island 8,000 years ago.

World Music Exploratory Guides

Explore the rich tapestry created by musicians, from the music of the Arab World to internationally renowned composers.

Arabic Naskh Script Foundation Course

A calligraphy course where students can learn the Naskh script basics using classical tools, to create calligraphy artworks.

Meet Astrophotographer Samy Olabi

Meet photographer Samy Olabi, a regional pioneer in astrophotography.

The Five Elements of Light

Portrait photography can be defined as ‘drawing light’. Photographer Julian John breaks down the five elements of light and how to control them.

Meet Photographer Julian John

Meet Julian John, professional photographer, MAS Photography Studio.

‘Do not feel burdened’

Arabic calligraphy demonstration by Mohammed Al Mandi, ‘Do not feel burdened’.

Salt dough leaves

Create leaf ornaments by using real foliage to make impressions in clay or salt dough. Once dry, decorate and use them for bowls or jewellery.

Make a Collage

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Make a Helmet

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Clay teddy bear

Create your own teddy bear sculpture out of clay or salt dough. Decorate your creation using paint and glitter.

Comical faces

Work alone or with a family member to draw different sets of facial features. Cut them out and assemble them together to create a funny face.

Make a Horse

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Gahwa and Chai paintings

Use coffee and tea as alternative painting mediums and explore their qualities to create texture, shadows, gradients and depth.

Mixed media tote bag

Make your own customised tote bag using canvas or leather and decorate it with repeating patterns, stencils, found objects and more.

Illuminated tree

Create an illuminated image using a box, battery-powered fairy lights, layers of tracing paper, pastels and paint.

Make a Mask

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Make a Scene

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Jewellery design drawing (part 1)

Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.

Multicoloured menageries

Draw the outlines of various birds, cut them out and decorate them using a range of materials to create your own menagerie.

Make a Seal

Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.

Jewellery design drawing (part 2)

Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.

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