Drawing is an exciting pastime for any child. It trains fine motor skills, develops perseverance and imagination, and allows them to express their creative potential. One of the simplest and perhaps most fun tools is colored chalk, with which you can color the entire yard!
The benefits of drawing with colored chalk
Parents often don't consider drawing with chalk to be serious. But they're wrong! With colored chalk, a child can not only draw bright pictures on the asphalt but also create many fun games. In addition, chalk will help the child make new friends. Because as soon as a child gets a box of chalk, a small crowd of companions gathers around, ready to help with this task.
Plus, a child will be happy to spend the day outside rather than at home. At the same time, the flight of fantasy is unlimited — just find a large paved area and go for it!
Choosing colored chalk
Looking for colored chalk? The choice is undeniable — Kite colored chalk! Advantages:
- Colors are bright and saturated.
- It doesn't crumble even under strong pressure.
- The line is clear, wide, and visible on both asphalt and a drawing board.
- It doesn't stain hands much and washes off easily with water.
Kite offers sets with different quantities of chalk. For drawing on asphalt, you should buy Jumbo colored chalk, the sticks of which have a large diameter. It will be convenient for a child to hold such chalk and create their first masterpieces. At the same time, the chalk will not slip out of their hands. Thin chalk will be convenient for drawing on a board. For a first introduction, it is better to choose sets with 3-6 colors. And when the child masters the basic intricacies of drawing, buy a box with a large number of sticks.
Psychologists have noted that when choosing many things for a child, the design of the packaging is an important factor. And the Kite brand has something to offer! The collection includes sets featuring favorite characters:
- kind monsters Jolliers;
- cute Hello Kitty;
- brave heroes My Little Pony;
- fearless puppies Paw Patrol;
- enchantresses Shimmer and Shine;
- super-fast cars Hot Wheels;
- invincible Transformers.
What can you draw with colored chalk?
You can draw anything on the asphalt! However, you need to remember that it is still difficult for a small child to cope with complex patterns. First, show them simple lines and basic shapes. Then offer the child to draw a house, a sun, a cloud. Be sure to participate in the drawing. Over time, show more complex elements and techniques.
In addition to drawings, you can create games on the asphalt.
- Draw a road and markings, mark the start and finish, and then race.
- Ask the child to stand still and draw their shadow on the asphalt, then switch roles. This will be fun and amusing!
- Draw a simple geometric figure and ask the child to finish the picture. This activity is aimed at developing imagination and makes them "stir their brains."
- Draw a maze that can be ridden on a scooter or bicycle. This will contribute to the development of coordination and spatial orientation.
- Draw animals, different characters, and ask the child to come up with a story and complete the plot.
- Show how to play good old "tic-tac-toe."
These are just a few game scenarios.
With colored chalk, you can also come up with an unusual plot for a family photo shoot. You ask: "How?" Watch the video on our official Youtube channel!
A few life hacks for last
- When going outside armed with colored chalk, choose comfortable clothes for your child that you don't mind getting dirty. As soon as the child starts drawing, they will most likely sit directly on the asphalt or lean on their knees. Therefore, the clothes will be 100% dirty.
- Don't forget to take wet wipes. They will make it easier to clean the hands of the young artist.
- Choose an uncrowded area for drawing, away from cyclists, pedestrians, rollerbladers, and skateboarders.
- If there is little space on the asphalt, the drawings are made, and the soul demands continuation — take a water gun with you.
