How do you make water paint for kids?

Here's a simple guide on how to make water paint for kids using household items:

Making the Base

The foundation of your homemade watercolor paint is a simple mixture. Here’s how to prepare it:

• In a bowl, combine baking soda, cornstarch, white vinegar, and corn syrup. This mixture will act as the base for the paint.
  • The exact measurements aren't specified in the reference, but start with equal parts of each, and adjust as needed.

Preparing the Paint Containers

Once your base mixture is ready, follow these steps:

1. Take tea-light holders and fill them about three-quarters full with the white base mixture. This will be where you'll add color to create your watercolors.

Adding the Color

To turn the base into colorful watercolors, you will need to add food coloring.

1. Add a few drops of food coloring to each tea-light holder containing the base mixture. Mix the food coloring until it's thoroughly combined.
2. You can use different food coloring to make a variety of colors.

Time to Paint

Now that you have your colorful paints prepared, kids can start painting!

• Use brushes to apply the watercolor to paper.
• The colors will be vibrant and provide a fun, creative experience.

Here's a quick summary of the process in a table format:

By following these easy steps you can create your own watercolors and enjoy the process of painting.