Children paint with spatulas!
Children paint with spatulas!
What you'll need
- newspaper OR plastic tablecloth
- paper
- finger paints
- paper plates OR shallow dishes
- plastic spatulas
Step by step
Step 1
This project can get messy so be sure to cover the table with newspaper or a plastic tablecloth.
Step 2
Set out finger paints in shallow dishes or on paper plates. Set plastic spatulas nearby.
Step 3
Offer each child a sheet of paper.
Step 4
Demonstrate how to dip the spatula into the paint and then stamp it onto the paper. Splat!
Step 5
Invite the children to explore using the spatulas to paint. Discuss their techniques and the types of marks and patterns the spatulas leave.
Learning outcomes
Creative Arts
Visual Arts
Shows curiosity, exploring a wide variety of art media through sensory experiences
Uses a variety of materials in exploring and creating age-appropriate artwork
Chooses and participates in art activities, using different materials to create artwork
Responds to or shows interest in visual stimuli (bright colors, toys, mobiles, stuffed animals, etc.)
Shows interest in visual stimuli (wall hangings, photographs, paintings, etc.)
Shows interest in own works of art and the works of others with prompting
Science
Observation and Inquiry
Explores objects and world through all five senses (touches and brings objects to mouth, focuses attention on people or objects).
Uses senses to explore and manipulate objects to observe how things work; varies behaviors to observe results.
Uses senses to explore; shares what is seen, heard, and touched; makes simple predictions based on previous experiences; observes the effects of their actions on others.
Uses body as a tool to gather information; reaches for objects; grasps objects; brings objects to mouth
Uses own body and adults as tools to help make observations and gather information.
Uses simple tools to observe things in the environment (sifter, water jug, magnifying glass).
Approaches to Learning
Curiosity, Initiative, and Risk-Taking
Uses senses to explore immediate environment
Exhibits interest, curiosity, and eagerness in exploring the world in sight of an adult; becomes increasingly aware of colors, shapes, patterns, or pictures
Asks questions, seeks adult approval, and tries new activities with adult prompting