Preschool Art – Car Tracks

Painting with a paintbrush is fun, but every once in a while you need to change things up a bit. Use old toy cars to create unique and fun pieces of art.

Preschool art is more about the process than the end result. Preschoolers will have so much fun painting car tracks all over their paper. This preschool art activity makes a great addition to a preschool transportation theme or a fun activity to do with mom.

Supplies

Old cars, all shapes and sizes

Washable, non-toxic paint

Paper, construction paper or sheets of butcher paper

Instructions

1. Squirt a small amount of washable paint on an extra piece of paper. It is easier for preschoolers and toddlers to use if you create a thin layer of paint for them to drive the cars through.

2. Allow your preschooler to choose from a variety of old cars, in all shapes and sizes, and have him drive the cars through the paint.

3. When the wheels have been covered in paint, have your preschooler drive it on another piece of paper to create car tracks. Encourage your preschooler to be creative and experiment with different cars and mixing paint together to create new colors.

Clean Up

Wash the cars off with clean water when you are done. If you have used a good, washable paint, the paint should come off easily. Place the wet cars on a towel to dry. The water and paint may wear down some of the finish on the cars if you do this activity several times so be sure that you are using old cars that your preschooler will not be upset if they are damaged.