How to do finger printing

Audience Title

Kids

Time Estimation

10 min

What you need:

Connector paint box, water cup, drawing pad A3 and A4, paint brush, a painting apron if needed, your fingers

Step 1

Fill your water cup with water. Dip the brush in the water and mix it in your chosen colour in the paint box until you have lots of paint on the brush.

Then coat your index finger with paint.

Step 2

Press your index finger coated in paint firmly on the sheet of paper to create a colourful fingerprint.

Repeat this process as often as you like, preferably with different colours. Turn the paper however you like. You can create beautiful flowers, funny little people and animals with the colourful fingerprints.

Tip

Feel free to use your thumb or other fingers to make the prints too. You'll see how much fun it is to experiment with different shapes and sizes. When you're finished, wash your fingertips thoroughly with soap and water. Or use a baby wipe or cleansing wipe to clean your hands. Please note that paints can stain. Use an underlay and protect your clothes. Spots of paint should be washed off right away with lukewarm water and soap.