How Do You Make Flour Finger Paint?
On a rainy day, whip up a batch of this flour finger paint. Kids love finger painting because it’s so much fun to get dirty and feel the smushy paint on the hands, but did you know that playing with finger paints can help kids with their development? The sensory stimulation involved with finger painting is especially good for children with autism or sensory integration disorder. It helps their brains to make neural connections they might otherwise miss. In addition, finger painting can be a great way to have kids practice their letters. Encourage them to make letters in the paint or even write their names. This flour finger paint is a snap to make and very inexpensive. Combine flour, water and detergent in a mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture reaches a paste-like consistency. Divide the mixture into several bowls and add different colors of food coloring or powdered tempura paint to each bowl. Alternatively, blend the color into the paste as you paint with it. Experiment with differen
