I love letting my kids explore making art all by themselves. My philosophy is the less adult-guidance the better. Sometimes it’s just good to sit your toddler on a large piece of paper on the floor and give him some markers and crayons.
It gives him a new perspective on the act of drawing and the freedom to explore art when not confined to a table and a chair. I loved when he started drawing circles around himself!
Simple is good.
How do you let your toddler explore the artistic process?
Books we like with great toddler drawing ideas (affiliate links):
Young at Art
First Art: Art Experiences for Toddlers and Twos
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Christy says
I bet that would be fun for big kids too!
Raising a Happy Child says
I agree – it's fun for big kids too! I also loved the pic yesterday with New Kid in the box – so cute!
Sarah Slaven says
Oh that looks like fun i think I'm going to carpet teh floor with paper tomorrow and just let them go for it.
Bona Fide Mama says
yup. so need to do that. 🙂
Marcia says
Love to read your posts each week at no time for flashcards.
Am now your newest twitter follower!
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Katie @ Gift of Curiosity says
Isn’t it great how changing up the materials or positioning a bit brings whole new life to an old activity? :-)
Mom and Kiddo says
I agree! And kids are so creative when we try new things with them.
Sandy says
I use the backside of a roll of wrapping paper. Lay it out and tape down. Huge space to colour on.
Erica says
Great idea!