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Children today spend far too much time in front of televisions and computers. True, educational software and some television programs teach while entertaining, but do these mediums spark or stifle children's expression and creativity?
Most children love being creative and having fun. And what better way than finger painting? Children will love making these paints as well as playing with them. You might be able to save some of your children's artwork for decoration by letting it dry.
So next time it's raining, and your children have "nothing to do," instead of turning on the television or playing another computer game, why not try some of these fun, inexpensive recipes.
You'll find nine recipes, including water colors, "scratch and sniff" paints, puff paint, instant finger paints, Jello finger paints, and salt and flour finger paints.
Water Colors
You do have to make this one ahead of time, but children will love watching you mix this up!- 1 T. white vinegar
- 2 T. Baking soda
- 1 T. Cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp. glycerin
- Liquid food coloring
- Plastic bottle caps from 2-liter bottles
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Scratch and Sniff Painting
- Watercolor paints
- Craft glue
- Fruit flavor gelatin
- Paper
- Paintbrush
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Puff Finger Paint Recipes
- One part shaving cream
- Equal parts of white school glue
- Food coloring
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Instant Finger Paint Recipes
This one is so easy and so much fun!- Shaving cream
- Tempera paint
- Paper or table top
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Jello Finger Paint REcipes
This sweet-smelling paint is wonderfully thick and glossy.- 1 c. cornstarch
- 3/4 c. and another 1/4 c. cold water
- 2 c. hot water
- 1 envelope gelatin
- 1/2 c. liquid soap or dishwashing liquid (Use clear soap for purest color.)
- 2 packets (same flavor) unsweetened Kool-Aid mix
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More Finger Paint Recipes
- 1 c. cornstarch
- 3/4 c. and another 1/4 c. of cold water
- 2 c. hot water
- 1 envelope gelatin
- 1/2 c. Ivory Flakes
- Food coloring or dry tempera
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Homemade Finger Paint Recipes
- 1/4 c. warm water
- 1 envelope gelatin
- 3 T. Sugar
- 2 c. cold water
- Food coloring
- Dishwashing liquid
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Fantastic Finger Paint Recipes
- 1 c. flour
- 2 T. of salt
- 1 1/2 c. cold water
- 1 1/4 c. hot water
- Food coloring
- Freezer paper (paint on shiny side )
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Salt and Flour Finger Paint Recipes
- 2 c. flour
- 2 tsp. salt
- 3 c. cold water
- 2 c. hot water
- Food coloring
Rachel Keller is a freelance author and homeschooling frugal mom of 5 (3 sons and 2 daughters). She has published many articles on Web sites and e-zines, including inspirational short stories and poems, and informative articles on fitness. She has a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a master's degree in special education. She also studied both piano and voice in college and plays the organ.
Visit Rachel's Writings to read more by Rachel Keller.
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