After preschool today, Emma kept insisting that we make play-dough. I have this awesome book (The Ultimate Book of Kid's Concoctions), that has very fun recipes. I talked her into looking at it and choosing a "special" dough to make. We finally settled on Jewel & Gem Goop, and it was a flop (sometimes that happens). I didn't seem to have everything needed to make all of the other cool doughs, so we settled on making Foamy Paint! It was easy and she loved it. Of course, it ended up all over her face since she knew it was shaving cream! Here is how ya do it:You'll need: 1 can white shaving cream
Food Coloring
Plastic ice cube tray or muffin tin
Place a small dab of shaving cream into several ice cube tray or muffin tin sections. Add 1-2 drops of food coloring to each section and mix with a small spoon. (Actually, a knife would work better since the cream stuck into the spoon). It can be used to finger paint, make 3-D foam sculptures, or to paint on your arms or legs. You can use it on paper or on tile floors or a table top. It is also a good lesson in mixing colors! I'm so thankful to have a second time around at all of this fun stuff. I'm so thankful for Emma!
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That is a great idea. It's more fun with the colors that just plain white. Hope you guys are doing well there!!
That looks like so much fun!! I am so glad you get to do fun things with Emma especially the girl things after all those boys. Think that is how my mom felt too after five boys. I miss talking to you. Hey, do you have our blog if not email me and I will give it to you. I want you to keep up with Reagan of course...she is my joy in life!!
Wow Jill, a post...and I thought I was bad! :) I'm gonna have to try the foam painting thing, when I get brave enough that is, maybe in the tub!
Looks like fun but I probably better wait until Ellie is a little older. I know she'd love it but I'd be asking for a very big mess!
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