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Younger Infants, ages 0-5 months
• Introduce your child to art all around them. Children at this age enjoy touching and looking at art and will not be able to create art at this time.
• Hold book illustrations close enough that they can see them.
• Rub different textures on their hand and talk about how they feel.
• Show them pictures simple pictures that show high contrast.

Older Infants, ages 5-18 months
• When your child is able to sit up is a great time to start enjoying the process of art.
• Know your child's abilities and remember it's all about exploring, not the end product.
• Cover the floor with a drop cloth and place the high chair on top of the cloth.
• Take off everything except their diaper. It's easier to clean your baby when they are done.
• Place your baby in their high chair with the tray attached.
• Begin with a simple art activity.
• Keep the activity short; about 5-10 minutes. This will allow your child time to enjoy the activity without getting frustrated or bored.