Painting is fun. It’s another way to practice holding a writing tool and using eye-hand coordination.

Today’s activity: Use a small bowl of water for your child to dip the paintbrush in. Paint on colored construction paper or a cardboard box. The wet area turns dark, so you child can make a work of art without a mess.

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