This Wipeable Painting Nails Activity lets little ones get as creative as they want!
Your kids will love this idea, I know mine did. It’s super simple to prep too! All you need is a piece of large paper, paint, marker and a paintbrush along with thick shipping tape and you’re good to go! A few minutes of effort and you’ve got a fun, creativity-sparking activity for toddlers, preschoolers and beyond. I bet even you, mama’s, will have a go!
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- Paper roll (a piece of white card stock will work too)
- Tape (thick shipping tape)
- Washable kids paint
- Paintbrush
- Paper towels (to wipe the nails)
- Craft scissors
- Permanent marker
Instructions:
- Begin by cutting off a large piece of paper from the paper roll (about 12″ x 14″). A piece of white card stock will work too.
- Trace both of your hands on the paper using the permanent marker. You can either trace your hands or your child’s hands.
- Now, tape the paper to the table. Make sure to tape all of the paper and sides securely to create a laminated top.
- Arrange the washable kids paint and paintbrush.
Let the little ones paint the nails using the washable kids paint and a paintbrush. Wipe with a damp paper towel to do it all over again!
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What is my child learning and improving?
- Fine motor skills (holding the paintbrush, painting)
- Hand-eye coordination (painting inside the lines of the nails)
- Creativity (choosing colors, creating nail color patterns, etc.)
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