First day of school...

Well it's finally here, the first day of school for many kids. However, in our house, it was quiet a different scene; a scene I look forward to for the next 13 or so years. There was no morning rush, packing of bags or teary farewells. Instead we lounged in pajamas and played. Then after breakfast and finally getting dressed, it was time to make our way outside for some serious fun.

Chalk Paint - Here are the items you need.

mix equal parts corn starch to water, add food coloring.

Note* (if your child still fits in them) Pull-ups work great, if you don't want to try and clean food coloring out of clothes.

As you can see, we didn't measure the food coloring. B decided how much to use.

Mixing the solution.

 Note* it does get clumpy, so an adult may have to finish mixing it.

Our paint waiting for the artist.

Loading up the squirt tube.

 We got this from the dollar store & he has a blast with it.

Ready, Aim,

Squirt!

"Momma, look at my paint splatters!"

This was by far the BEST way to spend our first day of school. B was so excited, and has asked repeatedly about doing this again. I don't blame him, I'm excited about what other ways we can use this solution! Note to self, buy the largest box of corn starch available because you will go through it. ;)

If you try this, let me know how your experience goes.