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Self-expression
Paint Pizzazz
Here are a few different ways to add pizzazz to paint projects:
Add sand or powdered detergent to paint for texture.
Add glitter to paint to add sparkle.
Activities and Strategies
for Development
Playing with Play Dough
Make play dough with a small group of children using
2 cups flour 2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 cup salt 4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 cup hot water food coloring
Let the children help mix the ingredients (teacher adds the hot water!) and then
knead until smooth. You can store the dough in a covered container. Have water
and paper towels nearby for cleaning up.
Give the children a piece of the play dough and invite them to play freely.
Ask them to tell you about their creations.
Collect empty roll-on deodorant bottles. Remove the ball and clean the bottle.
Add thick tempera paint and replace the ball for children to roll the paint onto
art paper.
Invite the children to dip sponges in paint to make prints.
Take a shoe box and cut a piece of construction paper to fit into the bottom. Put
a small amount of paint and a few large marbles on the paper. The children can
gently tilt the boxes from side to side to create marble paintings.
Special Needs Tip
Children with limited dexterity might find the roll-on and marble
painting particularly appealing.