Painting With Water

This is a fun activity we did recently at my library's play/parenting group for ages 0-5. It was super simple... all that was required was a bucket, water (soap optional), and various types of sponges.

The kids were turned loose on the courtyard and got to "paint with water" - i.e. clean the place up! Most of the kids really enjoyed seeing how they could make marks on the wall and ground with the water. Tripp was surprisingly diligent and I liked seeing all of the nooks and crannies the kids found to "paint" in. When one kiddo found a spot, everyone clamored to try painting there. Plus, no clean up... they already did that for us.

Sometimes the simplest things are the best and most fun!