“Craft time!”
These two words are guaranteed to send my kids racing my way. Sometimes I have planned craft, like water bottle fireflies or super cool pet rocks. Sometimes it is more an open-ended craft set up where I pull out markers, crayons, stickers, various shapes cut out of colored paper, glue sticks, etc.
Today I had some of those long sheets of packing paper and crayons. The idea was to draw a mural.
We talked about what a mural was, and then it was time to get down to business!My little guy knew right away what he wanted to draw: cars! (And a few trucks and boats for good measure…)
After a while I suggested some other items he might like to include on the mural. He added a sunshine, a few clouds, and some trees.
Originally I thought we’d hang them on the wall in the garage. (One of the few places with an empty wall long enough for the paper we were using.)
But, like so often, the kid idea was so much more fun!I NEVER would have thought of this!
He loves his “shady spot” on his bed. It was the perfect place to snuggle and take care of the stuffed babies for a while this morning.
And he loves seeing his artwork whenever he looks up!
I love when their creativity takes over!
Emma says
I love that “shady spot” idea. Isn’t it kind of embarrassing when the child thinks of the better ideas? LOL.
OneMommy says
Yes, it is! 🙂 That’s what happened last year with a turkey craft we did; my daughter had a MUCH better idea than I did!
Mum of One says
He looks like he really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing with he pin it party.
OneMommy says
It really is! I love some of their ideas!
Sharon says
It looks as if you had fun together. I loved the idea of hanging the mural over the bed.
Sharon- popping over from Monday’s Parenting Pin it Party
OneMommy says
Thank you — it was fun! 🙂
Now, I need to read your post on fewer toys…
Eva @ The Multitasking Mummy says
A very creative little guy 🙂
Carrie says
What a fun activity!! Thank you for sharing at Sharing Saturday!