Free Parent Involvement Activity - "Color Collage" - Age 2

Color Recognition, Creativity

Help your child make a collage using only materials of a certain color. for a "blue collage," set out blue construction paper, blue pompoms, blue fabric scraps, blue magazine pictures, etc. Help her glue these items to a piece of paper or cardboard.

She can also draw on her collage with blue crayons or markers. This is a great time to talk about different shades of blue -- dark blue, light blue,navy blue, royal blue, etc.

Caution: Monitor your child closely during this activity. Always use non-toxic materials.

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Source: Bright and Beyond, Smart & Simple Age 2 Activities to do with your Child, 24-36 months. Available at Schoodoodle.com.