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Two Hands Painting

Big and Bold Painting

Day 39of 180
Week 8of 36
20Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Develop bilateral coordination by using two paintbrushes simultaneously

2

Explore creative painting techniques with both hands

3

Practice patience and enjoy the creative process

📖 Scripture Connection

Exodus 31:3

“I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all kinds of workmanship,”

— Exodus 31:3 (WEB)

God gives us creativity and the ability to use our hands to make beautiful things

📦 Materials Needed

  • Large sheet of paper or cardboard
  • Tempera paint (2-3 colors)
  • Two large paintbrushes
  • Paint smock or old shirt
  • Wet wipes for cleanup
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Welcome to today's BibleMouse art adventure! Let's remember how we used sponges to paint yesterday and get ready for something extra special!

💭 Review Question: What colors did we use in our sponge painting yesterday?
2Teaching (7 min)

Today, we're going to use TWO hands to paint! Just like God gave us two hands to create and explore, we'll use both hands to make a colorful masterpiece!

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Look at your two hands - they're amazing!
  • We can paint with both hands at the same time
  • It might feel a little silly, but that's okay!
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What colors would you like to use today?
  • Can you show me how you can move both hands?
3Activity: Two-Handed Painting Adventure (8 min)
hands-on

Children will paint using a brush in each hand, creating a unique artwork

📝 Instructions:
  1. Put on your paint smock
  2. Choose two different colored brushes
  3. Hold a brush in each hand
  4. Move your hands and create your painting
  5. Don't worry about being perfect - have fun!
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use one hand if two are too challenging

Challenge: Try to make a specific shape using both hands

4Closing (3 min)

Let's look at our beautiful paintings! God loves to see us create!

📝 Review Questions:
  • What was fun about using two hands?
  • What colors did you use?

Coming up: Tomorrow, we'll stand up to paint and use our whole body!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Two-handed painting helps develop coordination and creativity

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be prepared for messy play
  • Encourage exploration over perfection
  • Use washable paint
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children might find it challenging to coordinate both hands

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Enjoyment of the process, attempts to use both hands

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Take a photo of the artwork for the BibleMouse portfolio
  • Discuss the colors used in the painting
  • Hang the artwork in a special place to celebrate creativity

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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