subject: Working with Color for Preschoolers [print this page] Arts and crafts help to capture your kids' imaginations. It also allows your kids to express themselves freely. It can definitely help them associate fun with the learning. Getting the kids engaged in crafts for preschoolers can be a lot of fun as you see them work on various arts and crafts activities.
One of the simplest activities when it comes to crafts for preschoolers is foot tracing. Ask them first to trace their foot on a piece of paper. Afterwards, ask them to add any design they want such as toe rings or nail polish. They can also add color to the foot outline using whatever colors they prefer. You can let the kids compare with each other afterwards. You can do the same with hand outlines.
Another activity that you can have them do is painting on paper towels. Markers or watercolours will work well for this type of activity. Just make sure to spread newspaper all around so as to prevent or lessen any mess. An absorbent material like paper towels will help spread the colors around and can serve as the kids' first introduction to abstract painting.
These are just two samples of crafts for preschoolers that you can encourage the kids to participate in. As much as possible, encourage them to develop their own styles and designs. They don't necessarily have to color within the lines or have the proper color combinations. What's important is that they have fun along with you as they are doing it.
