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Sand, powder paint (red or green works wells), water, a small bucket, trays
Step by step
* Carefully mix the sand, powder paint and a small amount of water together in a small bucket untill the sand is evenly coloured.
* Transfer the sand mixture into the trays to dry.
* When dry, it will need sieving to separate the particles.
* Spread a thin layer of the coloured sand mixture in the trays.
* The children can then draw or write with their fingers and shake the tray gently to erase.
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