What this lesson teaches
Creativity and expression.
Can you finish handprint animal art in about 25 min?
You will creativity and expression.
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Creativity and expression.
Art activities that use the body as a starting point bridge fine motor development with creative imagination. The constraint of using a hand shape forces creative problem-solving — a key skill that transfers to all complex thinking tasks.
1. Dip hand in paint. 2. Press on paper. 3. Add details. 4. Try footprint too.