Textured egg art project

This week I put out an egg coloring project on my art shelf.  It is similar to the textured turkey we did in November.  I had a large egg pattern and drew some stripes and squiggles with a Sharpie marker.  HERE is a link to a similar sized egg pattern. Then I made a bunch of copies on regular copy paper.  I placed these on a tray next to a tray of textured rubbing plates.  Next to that I placed two baskets of crayon rocks.  You can see the set-up in the photo below.

To do this work the child takes an egg paper along with the tray of rubbing plates and a basket of crayons.  They choose a rubbing plate and place it bumpy-side up on the table.  The egg paper is placed on top and they rub with a crayon to fill in a section of the egg.  They can switch colors and textures as they wish.  Most children are choosing to cut out their eggs when finished.  I love the simplicity of this project.  I love that many children who typically avoid paper projects are drawn to this because they can easily be successful.  The action of rubbing the crayon rocks across a paper with a textured plate under it provides a lot of sensory input and is wonderful for developing finger strength and dexterity.  The large, simple shape of the egg is also great for cutting because it gives functional cutting practice and results in a beautiful finished project.  Here are a few samples from the many that have been going home this week.

 
 

Comments

[Laura]

Thanks! Im glad you liked the post.

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[Lanterns4Less]

Great project! With school out I was looking for arts and crafts I could do with my sons.

[Krystal]

Dylan loves the eggs he is making!

[Elise]

We have a few textured plates which we regulalrly use. Recently, we have been using them with pieces of alfoil to make patterned alfoil for some of our creations.

My children would love to use them to make some Easter eggs like yours. Thank you for sharing.

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[Laura]

I bought the rocks about a year ago at Lets Explore (an online store that doesnt exist anymore). They have been out every day for almost 2 yearsand are holding up great. Well worth the money!

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[Melva]

ooops! re-read your blog and notice the links to the rocks - my only excuse is that it is early and my glasses are dirty - and my brain is still sleeping. Great activity!

[Melva]

Did you purchase the crayon rocks or make your own? One of the teachers at my school did a similar activity with fish and it made a very effective bulletin board display. The eggs are very attractive and it looks as if the kids had fun too.