InstantForum.NET v4.1.3ParentTalk Forumshttp://forums.parentscanada.com/info@parentscanada.comTue, 08 Jul 2008 17:04:35 GMT20http://forums.parentscanada.com/Topic4415-23-1.aspxFinger Painting<br><br>Toddlers need to be active and creative and should have fun doing so. And what is more fun than making a mess? This month, make a mess with your son or daughter by doing some finger painting. Use brightly coloured paint and various types of paper to generate creativity in your tot. Let your child use their imagination to create a masterpiece. Sure, it may not look like much, but your child is developing in front of your very eyes, exercising their sense of touch.<br><br>If you’re feeling extra brave, take large sheets of paper, head outdoors and do a little toe painting instead. Put on some old clothes and let your son or daughter walk through the paint and create a path of footprints. This activity is best saved for a warm sunny day.<br><br>There are non-toxic paints available at toy stores, but you can also create your own. Try mixing flour, water and food colouring, or add some food colouring to vanilla pudding for edible art. Food colouring can stain, however, so keep an eye on your Picasso.Wed, 09 Apr 2008 11:12:33 GMTModerator