Paint over newspaper pieces with watercolor paint for some fun, recycled art!
Materials:
- Newspaper
- Scissors- adult | child loop | child spring
- Glue
- Watercolor
- Cardstock or watercolor paper
- Spray bottle *optional
Instructions:
To prepare, cut a few 1” strips of newspaper. Invite your child to cut or tear the strips into smaller pieces and glue them onto their cardstock or watercolor paper. Then, paint over the newspaper with watercolor paint for some fun, recycled art!
Tip- Spray your watercolor palette with some water in a spray bottle so your child can paint without having to rinse their brush over and over.
What are they learning?
- Fine Motor- Builds strength and coordination of small movements in hands to pick up, squeeze, twist, cut, and manipulate tools and toys.
- Visual Arts- Expresses through 2D and 3D visual art. Develops artistic techniques.
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