This is clearly a sensory activity, but as usual, it turns into so much more. The table was wrapped in painting paper. Fresh, homemade play doh was placed on the table with washable markers stuck in the play doh like a porcupine. (Thanks to Leslie at the Parenting and Family Literacy Centre at IRC for this idea).
Early on, the markers were so strong that their colour came through the paper. "Look, look what I made!"
Another child was intrigued and said, "That looks like a peacock!" and proceeded to create a head with play doh. Brilliant!
By the end of the week, the markers were no more, kaput, done, gone to rest. If these markers are dipped in water, the children can make some beautiful "water colour" paintings. The play doh ended up being a deep purple. It can be reused for another activity.
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