Thing of the Week - Make Your Mark!

As part of the launch of 50 Things in Southwark, we are focusing on 1 of the 50 activities in this amazing app. Next is ‘Make Your Mark!’

Whether they are using pens, crayons or chalk, children love to be able to make their mark and this activity will help support your child to be a strong writer and maker of art. Simply give your child the opportunity and materials to get creative in their own way. Fingers, hands and feet can be used instead of paintbrushes to make special prints. You could even use everyday objects.

Top tips include making sure everything is child friendly and non-toxic. Also, try experimenting with different media such as sand, playdough and mud.

For more information on this activity including how to do it, the benefits, top tips and resources, download the free 50 Things app from Google Play or the Apple Store.