- 10 - 20 mins
- Patterning, fine motor development, hand eye coordination
- Minimal mess, Easy set up
Drawing with cars is a great way to encourage children to draw with an interactive play approach. During this experience your child will explore creative lines, experiment with design, engage with cause and effect principles, all whilst having great fun.
Did you know that fine art experiences provide opportunities for children to develop language and emergent literacy!
What you will need
- Paper (I like to use large easel paper for a large surface)
- Coloured markers
- Toy cars (any type)
- Tape (masking tape or painters tape are ideal)
Activity steps
- Using your tape, to attach a coloured marker to the back of a car. Make sure the marker tip is in line with the car wheels and the lid is off.
- Roll out your paper on a flat service and use some tape to stick it down. A large space works best for children to get creative.
- You’re ready to play! Watch your child explore different lines and create their own tracks.
How did you go with this activity? Let us know in the comment section below.
Learning Outcomes
- Pattern exploration
- Fine motor development
- Hand-eye co-ordinaton
- Cause and effect principles
- Pre literacy concepts
Reference sites
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