I am always looking for ways to utilize play time to my best advantage. Things that will keep the girls contained as well as minimise the mess. Something that I find useful are WATERCOLORS. Most parents don't give their children many opportunities to pain because it can turn out to be a messy project. So here is an Idea for you!
Let them paint in the TUB!!!
Yes!!!
It is a great way for them to be creative in a very easy to clean environment! All NON-TOXIC watercolor paints work great. My problem is that my girls can go through one set of paints per bath.... So I have invested in liquid watercolors. Of course I always grab them when I see them at garage sales or thrift stores too.
I am guaranteed at least an hour of water play when I bring out the paints!! It gives me time to clean up areas that need it and keep them entertained. Hey they also are getting clean at the same time..... so BONUS!!!
Yes I let them paint on themselves but I also encourage them to use the tub and tile for their masterpieces!!!
The only problem is when I get into the fun too! What can I say, I like to paint too!!
No comments:
Post a Comment