Stamp or Potato Print Pictures

Items Needed:

• Construction Paper
• Newspaper
• Paint
• Mini Paper Plates and Stamps (or Cut Potatoes)

Optional Items: To Make Pictures Into Bookmarks

• Scissors
• Clear Contact Paper
• Hole Punch and Yarn

Instructions:

Step 1: Cover working surface with newspaper.

Step 2: Give each child a piece of construction paper.

Step 3: Squeeze a small amount of paint onto mini paper plates.

Step 4: Have the child dip the stamps or the cut potatoes into the paint, then press on the construction paper.

Step 5: Repeat step 4 over and over with different stamps/different colors of paint.

Step 6: Let dry, then hang up and enjoy!

Optional Step 7: Have the child cut their picture into 4 equal sized rectangles.

Optional Step 8: Cover the rectangles with clear contact paper. (Matte or Shiny Finish)

Optional Step 9: Hole punch a hole in the top of the rectangle.

Optional Step 10: Add a piece of yarn as a tassel for the bookmark.

* Stamps can be purchased from discounts stores as shown in picture. You can also make stamps out of sponges on your own.