Enabling environments paint area - Around the nursery - Brush strokes

Nursery World, 23 July 2008

Think about what children can learn from using paint through the way your setting's provision is organised and what experiences are offered to them, says Jane Drake.

Paint is an exciting medium that can be applied to various surfaces, through which children can actively explore learning across a number of areas. SETTINGS Settings should aim to provide: - table - easel with attached storage tray - self-coloured, washable table cover if required - washable aprons - water pots (wide base) - containers for powder paint - spatulas - mixing palettes; small shallow trays - drying rack - paint: powder paints,...

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