As the weather warms up many of us get the itch to get outside. If you are looking for a fun activity to do with your kiddos this spring, look no further than a clear shower curtain hung between two trees, some paint, and a willingness to let them get messy! Remember, skin washes, ink fades, memories are permanent.
The beauty of this activity is that it allows your child to be creative on a large canvas and works bot their fine and gross motor skills. It is key to remember that this activity is all about process over product – so let them have at it! Are they mixing the colors in the cups and on the shower curtain? No worries, they are experimenting with cause and effect, color mixing, and problem solving. Allowing kiddos to be messy and a little chaotic when they are younger will let them be more comfortable with the mess and chaos that inevitably happens in life as we live it.
So, hop on over to the dollar store to drop $1.25 on an awesome canvas for some fabulous outdoor creativity. Until next time, exercise the superpower you have and play!
The Superpower of Play 