No-Mess Finger Painting for Toddlers…Yes, No Mess!
This No-Mess Finger Painting idea is genius for younger children who want to get their hands into a project, but you don’t want to have a huge mess. To be honest, kids of all ages will enjoy finger painting too!
No-Mess Finger Painting Idea
Finger painting is a great activity for when you want to keep kids busy without getting out a ton of supplies. Plus, it’s really fun — my preschooler can spend hours just playing in the paint!
Easy Sensory Bag Idea
My son doesn’t like to get paint on his hands, so this is the perfect activity for him. We practice tracing letters, drawing shapes, and just squishing in the paint. He loves it!
Related: Make a batch of homemade finger paint
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Supplies Needed for No-Mess Finger Painting:
Directions to Make No Mess Finger Paint Activity
Watch Our Short Video on How to Make this Easy Project
Step 1
Cut the poster board to fit just inside the Ziploc bag.
Place it inside the plastic bag.
Step 2
The next step is to add different colors of finger paint into the bag.
It’s best if the finger paint is added in different areas of the bag.
Step 3
Press out the air and seal the bag.
Paint Inside a Plastic Bag!
Set on a table, and it’s ready for your child to paint!
They can squish the paint with their fingers or draw shapes or write into the paint.
Cleaning Up No Mess Finger Painting is Easy
When they’re done painting, you can remove the paper and allow it to dry, or just throw the whole bag away for the cleanest project ever!
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How did your no mess finger painting masterpiece turn out?
