Music Festival Day / Festival Face Painting
Festival Face Painting
Children have their faces painted with festival designs, and older children can take turns as face painters.
How to run it
- Set up a stall with face paints, sponges and design ideas.
- Ask each child to choose a design.
- Paint designs on cheeks or arms, with older children helping under guidance.
- Show off designs with a mirror.
You will need
- face paints
- sponges
- brushes
- water
- mirror
- baby wipes
Make it easier or harderOffer simple designs for younger children; older children can paint designs on each other.
SafetyUse skin-safe face paint, check for skin allergies and use clean water and sponges for each child.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1Children make choices and express themselves through design.
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