Mouse Paint
Author: Ellen Stoll Walsh
Published: 1995
This is my favorite children’s book about colors, and learning what happens when you mix them.
The story is joyful in its simplicity and so easy to approach. The artwork makes the whole book come to life, each color a rich swatch and classically toned.
Basic color is a topic that every 3 or 4 year old can relate to and feel some mastery over, which makes it a perfect pick for the beginning of the Pre-K year. And this is a book that works well with small groups of kids (3 or 4). This book is also the perfect backdrop to do a hands-on activity. [How would you organize this activity? (ask Sara)] The kids love mixing their own colors. ‘Acting out’ the story via the color mixing. Pretending they are the mice. When the kids mix the colors themselves and see the transition of color happen in person - I think it sends a powerful message. Namely, that you can learn some cool things in books that apply to real life.
Recommended Age 2 years and up.
Also, check out Ellen Stoll Walsh’s companion book Mouse Shapes for another great book with kid activity!
Author: Ellen Stoll Walsh
Published: 1995
This is my favorite children’s book about colors, and learning what happens when you mix them.
The story is joyful in its simplicity and so easy to approach. The artwork makes the whole book come to life, each color a rich swatch and classically toned.
Basic color is a topic that every 3 or 4 year old can relate to and feel some mastery over, which makes it a perfect pick for the beginning of the Pre-K year. And this is a book that works well with small groups of kids (3 or 4). This book is also the perfect backdrop to do a hands-on activity. [How would you organize this activity? (ask Sara)] The kids love mixing their own colors. ‘Acting out’ the story via the color mixing. Pretending they are the mice. When the kids mix the colors themselves and see the transition of color happen in person - I think it sends a powerful message. Namely, that you can learn some cool things in books that apply to real life.
Recommended Age 2 years and up.
Also, check out Ellen Stoll Walsh’s companion book Mouse Shapes for another great book with kid activity!
Author: Ellen Stoll Walsh
Published: 1995
This is my favorite children’s book about colors, and learning what happens when you mix them.
The story is joyful in its simplicity and so easy to approach. The artwork makes the whole book come to life, each color a rich swatch and classically toned.
Basic color is a topic that every 3 or 4 year old can relate to and feel some mastery over, which makes it a perfect pick for the beginning of the Pre-K year. And this is a book that works well with small groups of kids (3 or 4). This book is also the perfect backdrop to do a hands-on activity. [How would you organize this activity? (ask Sara)] The kids love mixing their own colors. ‘Acting out’ the story via the color mixing. Pretending they are the mice. When the kids mix the colors themselves and see the transition of color happen in person - I think it sends a powerful message. Namely, that you can learn some cool things in books that apply to real life.
Recommended Age 2 years and up.
Also, check out Ellen Stoll Walsh’s companion book Mouse Shapes for another great book with kid activity!