Core Skills Analysis
Art
- The 1-year-old student explores different colors by using various markers during the activity.
- Through scribbling with markers, the student hones their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- The activity encourages creativity and self-expression in the young student.
- Scribbling with markers assists in sensory development as the student feels the different textures and colors.
Tips
Engage the child in different textures and sizes of paper for varied experiences. Encourage creativity by introducing new colors of markers or using different techniques like dotting or lines. Display their artwork to boost their confidence and create a sense of achievement. Provide verbal encouragement and praise to promote their enthusiasm for art activities.Book Recommendations
- Baby's First Scribble: A Draw-With-Me Book by Emma Damon: A interactive board book that allows infants and toddlers to scribble along with the story, promoting early art skills.
- Color Wonder Hooray for Spring! by Crayola: A mess-free coloring book designed for young children, perfect for exploring colors and shapes.
- Mouse Paint by Ellen Stoll Walsh: A delightful picture book that introduces colors through the playful tale of three white mice and some paint jars.