Pinecone Painting with Spice Paints

Lesson plan developed by Mrs. Erika Booth, BA Ed

Activity:

Age Group:

Toddlers

* Lesson plan objectives and assessments can be adapted to use this activity with preschoolers and school-age children.

Objectives:

CDA Competency Standard:

II.4.3a

Activities and materials encourage children to develop their senses
- a) Sight, sound, smell, taste and touch experiences are encouraged through a variety of developmentally appropriate materials and activities

Materials:

Procedure:

Place 1 Tbsp of each spice in 3 separate containers
Add 1 Tbsp of flour
Add 4 Tbsp of water
Add 1 Tsp of corn starch
Add 1 Tsp of dish soap
Mix ingredients
Add food coloring (about 20 drops per container. The more food coloring you put the brighter your spice paints will be)

8. Place paints, pinecones and paintbrushes in an appropriate area for painting. Explore the sense of smell with child as they paint.

Assessment:

Observe and record the child’s fine motor skills. Were they able to control the paintbrush? How did they react to the different smells? Be sure to take photos during the activity and place in the child’s portfolio along with your anecdotal notes.

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