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Butcher paper floor mural

A huge sheet of paper on the floor and big rollers and brushes, so your toddler can paint with their whole body.

Butcher paper floor mural
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 1 to 3
Time30 minutes plus drying
Cost$8 to $15
Rainy dayGroups

What you'll need

Materials

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How to make it

Safety

Use paint labeled washable and non-toxic (look for the AP seal), and wipe hands before snack time.

  1. Step 1: Lay the drop cloth
    1

    Lay the drop cloth

    Spread an old sheet on the floor first.

  2. Step 2: Tape the paper
    2

    Tape the paper

    Tape all 4 corners of the paper down. It won't slide under little feet.

  3. Step 3: Pour the paint
    3

    Pour the paint

    Put puddles of paint on plates around the edge.

  4. Step 4: Hand over a roller
    4

    Hand over a roller

    Rollers make big stripes fast. Toddlers love it.

  5. Step 5: Let them explore
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    Let them explore

    Brushes, hands and feet are all fair game.

  6. Step 6: Dry it flat
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    Dry it flat

    Leave it for 2 hours. Hang it as a banner or use it as gift wrap.

Edie's tip

Strip your toddler to a diaper and do it in the kitchen. Then straight to the bath.

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