Painted rock kindness project supply list
For a supervised school art activity where children decorate encouraging message rocks. Use washable materials during painting and seal rocks outdoors afterward.
What to buy
Smooth flat river rocks
30
Washable acrylic paint
12 colors
Paint pens
24
Flat paintbrushes
20
Paint palettes
10
Rinse cups
10
Paper towels
2 rolls
Disposable table covers
2
Pencils
20
Fine-tip permanent markers
6
Water-based outdoor craft sealer
1 can
Cardstock display sign
1 sheet
Who this list is for
This painted rock kindness project supply list is for a supervised school art activity where children decorate smooth rocks with encouraging messages. It covers washable painting materials and outdoor sealing supplies for a small display or sharing project.
How to use this list
Cover tables with disposable table covers and set out rinse cups, paint palettes, flat paintbrushes, washable acrylic paint, and paper towels. Children can sketch a message or image on smooth flat river rocks with pencils, paint the design, and add lettering later with paint pens or fine-tip permanent markers. Keep the water-based outdoor craft sealer for an outdoor adult-led step after the paint is dry.
Common mistakes
Do not seal rocks indoors or rush paint layers before they dry. The sealer belongs outdoors, as the project intro specifies. Avoid trying to paint every detail with a broad brush; paint pens and fine-tip permanent markers are better suited to short encouraging messages. Keep rinse cups separate from paint palettes so colors stay usable.
What is on this list
The list calls for 30 smooth flat river rocks, 12 colors of washable acrylic paint, 24 paint pens, 20 flat paintbrushes, 10 paint palettes, and 10 rinse cups. It also includes pencils, six fine-tip permanent markers, paper towels, table covers, one can of water-based outdoor craft sealer, and a cardstock display sign. Cross off supplies already on hand.
When you are done
Let decorated rocks dry on the covered tables before adding words or sealing them. Use the cardstock display sign with the completed rocks if they will be shown at school. Follow the school’s plan for where the finished kindness rocks may be displayed or placed.
FAQ
Who is "Painted rock kindness project supply list" for?
This painted rock kindness project supply list is for a supervised school art activity where children decorate smooth rocks with encouraging messages. It covers washable painting materials and outdoor sealing supplies for a small display or sharing project.
How should I use "Painted rock kindness project supply list"?
Cover tables with disposable table covers and set out rinse cups, paint palettes, flat paintbrushes, washable acrylic paint, and paper towels. Children can sketch a message or image on smooth flat river rocks with pencils, paint the design, and add lettering later with paint pens or fine-tip permanent markers. Keep the water-based outdoor craft sealer for a…
What should I skip or avoid with "Painted rock kindness project supply list"?
Do not seal rocks indoors or rush paint layers before they dry. The sealer belongs outdoors, as the project intro specifies. Avoid trying to paint every detail with a broad brush; paint pens and fine-tip permanent markers are better suited to short encouraging messages. Keep rinse cups separate from paint palettes so colors stay usable.
What is on the "Painted rock kindness project supply list" list?
The list calls for 30 smooth flat river rocks, 12 colors of washable acrylic paint, 24 paint pens, 20 flat paintbrushes, 10 paint palettes, and 10 rinse cups. It also includes pencils, six fine-tip permanent markers, paper towels, table covers, one can of water-based outdoor craft sealer, and a cardstock display sign. Cross off supplies already on hand.
What should I do when I am done?
Let decorated rocks dry on the covered tables before adding words or sealing them. Use the cardstock display sign with the completed rocks if they will be shown at school. Follow the school’s plan for where the finished kindness rocks may be displayed or placed.
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