Being messy is part of the fun of being a toddler. Here's a great way to let toddlers explore fingerpainting that is easy to clean up. These are some photos of my then 16 month old daughter making a creative mess. She was a little hesitant at 1st, but then seemed to enjoy it quite a bit!
Fingerpainting with Toddlers
Place your toddler in a high chair wearing a bib or art smock. Add a blob or two of paint onto the tray. I added two primary colors so when she mixed it, it didn't turn into a yucky brown or gray color.
Kid-friendly art supplies tend to be washable and well worth the easy clean up in exchange for my kids crafty experiences.
There was a serious look on her face almost the whole time as she explored what was in front of her and what was gooped up on her hands. I could tell she was amused by the feeling of the paint! She experimented by rubbing her hands together and patting the paint on the tray.
After awhile, I gave her a piece of paper to also experiment with and do some 'Pat Painting'- a great sensory activity for her age!
I love creative messy play and never worry too much about it! Here are a few ways to turn their 'messy artwork' into something more: Father's Day card with poem, glue-watercolor resist art, and painted newspaper art.
Hubba says
Looks like fun!
Mackenzie says
You have so many cute ideas on here! My little ones love to paint also! We'd love to invite you to join us on Saturday Show & Tell @ Cheerios and Lattes. I know my readers would love these ideas too! Mackenzie 🙂
Rebecca English says
Oh it looks great where the colours have mixed together. So much messy fun! Thanks for linking to Sunday showcase.
Naptime Review says
That looks fun! I always get the paint out and it takes longer to clean up then paint. Ha! New follower from Saturday Show and Tell. Love for you to stop by and return the follow. Hosting Mom's Monday Mingle! Love to have you!
artsy_momma says
She had a lot of fun- thanks everyone! Thanks for the link party invite Mackenzie 🙂
Cheerios and Lattes says
Thank you for sharing on Saturday Show and Tell. I hope you'll join us again this week with some more great ideas!
Susan Case says
I love this. Great photos and wonderful blog.
Susan Case says
Guess I forgot a step on above comment. Thanks so much for the great ideas. Love your blog and photos!