Painting with water Activity
Painting with water outside removes the mess from messy play. Use a range of brushes to support muscles and coordination as you paint on a wall, fence or pathway with your toddler. Support language and encourage observation as the water evaporates.
Why do it?
- Painting with water is outdoor messy play without any hassles.
- It’s a refreshing activity for hot weather.
- It’s also an opportunity to notice and talk about what happens to the water (it disappears as it evaporates).
- It can be a soothing activity for both a frazzled toddler and their parents.
How to do it
- You need water in a container, preferably one with a handle so it can be easily carried, and a brush (art brush or little paint brush) or a small sponge works too.
- If you need to, show your child how to paint with water and notice how the appearance of some things changes when wet.
- It’s OK to paint the path, fence, house and toys — it’s only water!
Using more te reo Māori
Te reo Māori | English |
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Taiapa | Fence |
Ara | Path |
Whare | House |
Peita | Paint |
Wai | Water |
Paraihe | Brush |
Hautai | Sponge |
Pākete | Bucket |
Ipu | Container |
Tōmiti | To evaporate, dry up |
Māku | Wet |
Raumaroke | To dry |
Tāora | Towel |
Patapata | Drip |
Riringi | Pour |
Uwhiuwhi | Sprinkle |
Pātai | Question |
He aha kei roto i te pākete? | What's in the bucket? |
Pōrutu | Splashing |
Nōku te wā | My turn |
Nōu te wā | Your turn |
Me titiro | Have a look |
He makariri tēnei wai | This water is cold |