Kids and gardens are a natural combination. Explore nature's bounty with Matisse's bold, powerful floral patterns.
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Find a print of one of Henri Matisse's flowers. Or use a magazine that has lush gardening or flower pictures. Imagine you are in a garden filled with flowers. What would you see and smell? What sounds would you hear?
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Cover your work area with recycled newspaper. Use Crayola® Washable Kid's Paints, Brushes, and a large sheet of paper. Paint all of the things you can imagine in the garden. Try bright colors and textures to make bold patterns, like those in Matisse's work.
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Include yourself somewhere in the garden. Is your self-portrait happy or sneezy? Active or still?
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Allow your painting to dry on a flat surface.
Stand back! W-a-y back! Real porcupine quills can prick! Will your critter be friendly or fierce?
Track down some wild or cuddly animals! Take a "paws" to have fun.
Tame the wild--create a fiery dragon with Model Magic® compound! Cover recycled materials to transform them into the lor
Watch butterflies flutter outdoors, then make your own with coffee filters.
Tangle up your fingers! Finger Twist is definitely for dynamic digits! Do you dare try this game with your toes?
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Enjoy making these decorative butterfly-wing kites with the whole family. Brighten your backyard for a colorful picnic,
