Description

• Determine 2-3 simple art materials you feel comfortable using; scissors, paper, and glue are good materials to start with.
• Find a place that's comfortable for you and your child to work.
• Cover the work area with newspaper for easy clean up.
• Have your child wear a paint shirt.
• Place the materials within easy reach of you and your child.
• Listen and watch your child as they work. Enjoy the process of creating art.
• Model new ideas by creating them on your project and ask for their opinion. Don't tell your child how to do their project.
• Finish up the activity before your child gets bored or frustrated.
• Clean up together and display the art work.