Inside: Easy art tips for toddlers that work well at home or in the classroom.
Like everything else, I’ve paid close attention to what type of art works well with toddlers, how to set the area up, and how to keep a handle on the mess. I will be upfront with you: I am okay with mess. I actually delight in seeing a toddler’s little fingers dipping into the paint, smearing it across the paper. I know how important it is for them to experience the different textures while they explore the materials. I don’t even mind glitter. (I just might have lost a few of you now. Sorry!) But I do take steps to assure that the mess is contained at the art table. And I work hard modeling how we use the materials and how they stay at the table. We even have baby wipes and towels handy and our toddlers learn how to use them. I do hope these tips and activities will inspire you love inviting your toddlers to the art table!
Easy Art Tips for Toddlers
Tip #1: Add dish soap to paint.
Tip #2: Have a sink close by.
Tip #3: Save those box lids.
Painting with Balls Topsy Turvy Painting
Tip #4: Cover the table.
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Cookie Cutter Painting
Tip #5: Raid your kitchen drawers.
Tip #6: Start saving paper tubes.
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Toddler Circle Painting Little Blue and Little Yellow Tube Painting
Tip #7: Keep a stash of sponges and clothespins.
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Kids Activities with Sponges
Tip #8: Use frozen food containers as paint holders.
Painting with Plastic Eggs
Tip #9: Let them explore.
Tip #9: It’s okay if they don’t want to get their hands messy.
Tip #10: It’s okay to go beyond the brush and paper.
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Painting on Foil
Tip 11: Use sturdy paint cups and good toddler paint brushes.
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