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Budding Artists / Fingerprint Characters

Fingerprint Characters

Children press fingerprints onto paper and turn them into tiny characters and animals with fine-line markers.

How to run it

  1. Set out ink pads and paper.
  2. Children press fingerprints onto the paper.
  3. Add details with fine markers to make characters.
  4. Create a scene or story.
  5. Wash hands afterwards.

You will need

  • washable ink pads
  • paper
  • fine-line markers
  • wipes
Make it easier or harderYounger children can make simple bugs; older children can draw comic strips.
SafetyUse washable, non-toxic ink.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1, Outcome 4Children use their own fingerprints to create unique art.

Fits these theme days

Budding ArtistsTiny Things DayDetective DayArt Attack DaySpy School

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