"Painting the Fence" was one of my favorite games as a child.
The great thing is, it has to be the most SIMPLE form of MESSY fun!
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All you will need is:
1. water
2. painting tools
2. painting tools
(water bucket, paint brushes, rollers, etc.)
That is it! Really the game is much more clean than it sounds!
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This game is perfect for a hot, sunny day! As your child "paints" with water, it will temporarily change the color of some surfaces. Then the heat will "erase" it minutes later!
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If your child is anything like mine, he will paint everything. Who can blame him? Even a tee and basketball goal need a fresh coat of paint every now and then!
I can remember "painting" pictures and my name...so I know I was older than Carter!
But he enjoyed himself none the less!
Teacher Tip:
- Create shapes and quiz each other on the shapes!
- Try spelling out your child's name and chant the letters!!
- Experiment with different surfaces: The patio floor, the patio furniture, the fence...and see which surfaces will become darker when adding water!
~Sarah
& Carter (19 months)
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Looks fun! he seems really enjoys it ;)
ReplyDeleteI love these black n white photos :)
Sweet idea! What fun...
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie! I love this idea! My little guy has "painted" the sidewalk and porch, but not the fence. Maybe we'll do this tomorrow. :) Visiting from It's Playtime! I would love it if you stopped by my blog to say hi! :)
ReplyDeleteMandi from boredombustingmommy.blogspot.com