Lesson Plan Form Name of activity: Finger Painting Originating Idea Colors Age Group: 0-18 Months

Materials Different color paints, construction paper, smocks, drying rack Curriculum Content: F. Creative Arts: 37- Exploring Art Materials

Beginning Opening Statement/activity During circle time, read books about painting and/or finger painting. Talk about all the different colors they use

Middle: Let the children choose a few different paint colors. Let them finger paint what they would like on their paper. Extensions: Easier: Help the child move their fingers and hands around so they can get used to it. Trickier: Ask the child to paint a certain shape. End Put pictures on the drying rack. Wash hands Follow-up Ideas: Hang childrens pictures around the classroom.