Ancient Paintbrush Exploration

Development Level: Infant

Learning Areas: Art, Movement

Overview: Guide children to discover ancient paintbrushes around the world and use modern-day paintbrushes to create art!

Materials:

• Butcher block paper
• Tape
• Children’s smocks or paint clothes
• Large age-appropriate paintbrushes (1 per child)
• Body-safe paint in various colors
• Printed-out pictures of paintbrushes used in ancient cultures (e.g., Egyptian, Chinese, Roman, Greek)