Where EDUCATION

meets DESIGN.

Building confident, creative thinkers through

design education for children ages 3–12

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  No experience needed

FREE 5-Day Design Challenge


Our FREE 5-Day Design Challenge is packed with fun, imagination, and hands-on design tasks that will bring out the young designer in your child.

Challenge starts: MARCH 24-28


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Big Impact, Tiny Designers!

4,000+

Students Served

20+

Schools Visited

3

Countries Served

100+

Books Sold

Introduce your child to the world of design

Through fun and interactive lessons, your child will learn valuable skills in graphic design, including how to use design software, experiment with colors and fonts, and create unique designs. "With our program, your child will have plenty of ideas and projects to keep them engaged for weeks, all while acquiring educational knowledge suitable for their developmental stage.

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Empowers your child to THINK CREATIVELY, COMMUNICATE VISUALLY, and BUILD CONFIDENCE

Through hands-on graphic design education, real-world projects, and intentional learning experiences, we introduce students ages 3–12 to the building blocks of design.


Our approach helps children not only learn new skills but also see themselves as capable creators and problem-solvers.

Designed for Every Place Children Learn, Create, and Grow

The Design Elementary experience is a space where creativity is nurtured consistently, not occasionally.

FOR
PARENTS

Creative learning experiences that build confidence, communication, and imagination at home.

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FOR SCHOOLS & EDUCATORS

Engaging design education that supports creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

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FOR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Workshops and experiences that inspire children and families through design.

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Trusted by Schools & Community Partners

Graphic design is as easy as...

No design experience needed — we guide children step by step.

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Learn Graphic Design Fundamentals

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Apply Skills Beyond the Screen

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#1 Childrens Book on Graphic Design

Introduce your child to design basics with the ABCs of Design, a colorful, kid-friendly book that makes visual communication fun, approachable, and easy to understand.

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Our 8 Lesson Curriculum:

Your child or students will develop a strong foundation in graphic design—learning how to recognize different styles, understand visual choices, and express ideas clearly through design.


Through these lessons, students explore the five core building blocks of design: fonts, shapes, colors, images, and lines, all in a way that’s engaging, age-appropriate, and fun.

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FOR GRADES PRE-K-5

Lesson 1: Introduction to Graphic Design (7:41)

Lesson 2: Color Pt. 1 (11:09)

Lesson 3: Color Pt. 2 (14:11)

Lesson 4: Shapes (14:18)

Lesson 5: Fonts + Typefaces (17:04)

Lesson 6: Lines (19:22)

Lesson 7: Icons (31:09)

Lesson 8: Finale

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For more information or help please email: hello@thedesignelementary.com

Activity Hub

Digital Workbooks

Book cover:

Figma Adventure

A Kids Guide to Designing Digital in Figma
(Ages 7–12)

Coloring workbook cover:

Color Splash

Discovering the Magic of Color in Design
(Ages 4–6)

Book cover

Spell It Out

A Creative Journey Through Graphic Design Words

(Ages 4–6)

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Brand It Your Way

A Kids Guide to Building a Unique Brand Identity

(Ages 7-9)

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Get a quick look at how Design Elementary brings creativity to life for children.

Meet Ms. C, your favorite creative educator.

She can’t wait to help your child get started and to bring Design Elementary to your school or community.

Learn More About Us Meet Ms. C
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What people are saying about Design Elementary

"The message was clear and understood by the students of all grade level. The children were very engaged as indicated by their level of participation. The speaker was very relatable and easily grasped the attention of the young audience."

Ann Johnston 

Principal of Buckley Elementary School

"Ms. C was absolutely fantastic. She clearly has a natural gift for interacting with children and for making each child feel special. Her patience, understanding, creativity and her ability to control the group while keeping them focused and engaged were incredible. Her energy and enthusiasm were admirable and infectious, even to the adults in the space. Overall, she was just simply amazing."

Shawn L.

Childrens Program Leader

“Design Elementary is a great way to supplement traditional education and provide children with a fun and engaging learning experience.”

Michelle

Mother of 6 year old

"Your presence and the activities you organized made a significant impact on our students' learning and development. Your interactive sessions not only sparked curiosity but also inspired our students to explore new ideas and perspectives. The enthusiasm and passion you brought were truly infectious, and it was evident how much our students enjoyed and benefited from the experience."

S. Clarke

Guidance Counselor 

"Watching the lesson with my child was not only engaging to my sons, but it also taught me a few things. We have bonded over Ms. C's song on 'font, shapes, colors, lines.' I Highly recommend the course."

Nicki,

Mother of 2

"We should learn a lot about design, because thats the main thing of our world."

William

10 year old student

“My daughter has managed to make the “ABCs of Design” her book of choice for our car rides.”

Shanna, a mother of 2 

MS. C your favorite creative educator can’t wait for you to get started and for you to invite her to your school.

FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.

  • How can my child participate in Design Elementary?

    Your child can participate through our online courses, workshops, and free challenges. Simply sign up on our website to access the resources and activities.

  • What age groups does Design Elementary cater to?

    Design Elementary offers courses and activities for children ages 3-12, with content tailored to different age ranges and skill levels.

  • What programs will my child need to take the course?

    For the Design Elementary 8-lesson course, your child will need a computer and internet access. We will use Adobe Express and Figma, both free programs accessible through any web browser. Printing will be necessary for certain activities in each lesson.

  • Is Design Elementary suitable for beginners?

    Yes! Our platform is designed to introduce graphic design to children with no prior experience. Activities and lessons are structured to build confidence and skills step by step.

  • Is there a money-back guarantee?

    Certainly, we have a refund policy in place, and you are eligible to request a refund within 30 days from the transaction date.