Marble painting robot craft for 10-year-olds
This project is for 10-year-olds creating moving abstract art with a small battery-powered brush. Adult supervision is helpful for attaching the motor and keeping paint contained.
What to buy
Battery-powered toothbrush
1
Sturdy plastic cup
1
Washable tempera paint in three colors
3 bottles
Foam board sheet
1
Heavyweight drawing paper
8 sheets
Wide rubber bands
4
Pipe cleaners
4
Masking tape
1 roll
Plastic paint tray
1
Paper towels
8 sheets
Plastic tablecloth
1
Safety goggles
1 pair
Who this list is for
This marble painting robot craft is for 10-year-olds making moving abstract art with a small battery-powered brush. Adult supervision helps with attaching the brush and keeping washable paint contained.
How to use this list
Cover the table with the plastic tablecloth and put on the safety goggles. Place a sheet of heavyweight drawing paper on the foam board. Set the sturdy plastic cup upside down and attach the battery-powered toothbrush with wide rubber bands, pipe cleaners, and masking tape so the brush movement can move the cup. Put small amounts of washable tempera paint into the plastic paint tray, add paint to the robot carefully, and switch it on over the paper. Keep paper towels nearby for quick cleanup.
Common mistakes
Do not use this project near electronics, rugs, or anything that cannot handle washable paint. Avoid overloading the cup with paint, which can drip instead of making marks. Do not hold the moving brush against skin or face. An adult should help with the attachment setup and keep the painting area contained.
What is on this list
The supplies are one battery-powered toothbrush, sturdy plastic cup, three washable tempera paint bottles, foam board, eight heavyweight drawing paper sheets, four wide rubber bands, four pipe cleaners, masking tape, plastic paint tray, eight paper towels, plastic tablecloth, and safety goggles. Cross off items already on hand.
When you are done
Switch off the toothbrush before removing the robot from the paper. Set paintings flat to dry, wipe paint from the cup and tray, and remove the tablecloth only after the area is clean.
FAQ
Who is "Marble painting robot craft for 10-year-olds" for?
This marble painting robot craft is for 10-year-olds making moving abstract art with a small battery-powered brush. Adult supervision helps with attaching the brush and keeping washable paint contained.
How should I use "Marble painting robot craft for 10-year-olds"?
Cover the table with the plastic tablecloth and put on the safety goggles. Place a sheet of heavyweight drawing paper on the foam board. Set the sturdy plastic cup upside down and attach the battery-powered toothbrush with wide rubber bands, pipe cleaners, and masking tape so the brush movement can move the cup. Put small amounts of washable tempera paint i…
What should I skip or avoid with "Marble painting robot craft for 10-year-olds"?
Do not use this project near electronics, rugs, or anything that cannot handle washable paint. Avoid overloading the cup with paint, which can drip instead of making marks. Do not hold the moving brush against skin or face. An adult should help with the attachment setup and keep the painting area contained.
What is on the "Marble painting robot craft for 10-year-olds" list?
The supplies are one battery-powered toothbrush, sturdy plastic cup, three washable tempera paint bottles, foam board, eight heavyweight drawing paper sheets, four wide rubber bands, four pipe cleaners, masking tape, plastic paint tray, eight paper towels, plastic tablecloth, and safety goggles. Cross off items already on hand.
What should I do when I am done?
Switch off the toothbrush before removing the robot from the paper. Set paintings flat to dry, wipe paint from the cup and tray, and remove the tablecloth only after the area is clean.
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