Finger Paint and the Art of Discovery

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Finger Paint!

This short video offers a fun peek at the learning inherent in each creative medium. Anytime we, the adults, step back and allow children to discover we see just how essential exploration is to skill acquisition.

 

To try this at home. Have your child help you make this easy Finger Paint Recipe with kitchen supplies you likely have on hand.

ingredients

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1/4 cup cold water

2 drops liquid dish detergent

1 cup boiling water

food coloring

directions

Stir together the cornstarch and cold water in a bowl. Mix until smooth. Add the dish washing liquid and mix well. 

While stirring, carefully add the boiling water and stir until the mixture thickens. Add the desired food coloring a drop at a time, mix well then let cool. 

Store the finger paint in a container with a tight-fitting lid. If it dries out, add water a few drops at a time until it is rehydrated.