How to Make Rainbow Drip Art with Melted Crayons
For an additional colorful activity, create rainbow drip art by gluing crayons to the top of an art board or canvas and letting them melt down the page. This craft combines art and science, teaching kids about heat, melting, and gravity while creating stunning rainbow artwork.
Materials Needed
• Crayons (whole crayons work best for this activity)
• Canvas or sturdy art board
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Hair dryer
• Protective table covering or newspaper
• GoodnightFox rainbow-themed acrylic charms for embellishment (optional)
How to Make Rainbow Drip Art
1. Prepare the Canvas:
• Lay down newspaper or a protective covering to catch drips.
• Place the canvas upright, leaning it against a sturdy surface or securing it with a stand.
2. Glue the Crayons:
• Arrange the crayons in rainbow order (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple) at the top of the canvas.
• Use a hot glue gun to attach the crayons securely to the board, with the tips pointing down.
3. Melt the Crayons:
• Using a hair dryer on its hottest setting, aim the heat at the crayons.
• As the crayons melt, they will drip down the canvas, creating colorful streaks.
• Rotate the hair dryer to control the flow and blend of colors.
4. Cool and Display:
• Let the artwork cool and harden completely before handling.
• Optionally, add GoodnightFox rainbow-themed acrylic charms to the canvas for extra decoration.
Benefits of the Rainbow Drip Art Activity
• Fine Motor Skills: Handling and arranging the crayons builds dexterity.
• Color Recognition: Reinforces the order and names of rainbow colors.
• Scientific Exploration: Introduces the concepts of heat, melting, and gravity.
• Artistic Expression: Encourages creativity as children customize their artwork.
Incorporating the Drip Art Into the Lesson Plan
• Add the Rainbow Drip Art activity to Wednesday: Art and Creativity Day, replacing one of the simpler art activities.
• Use the finished drip art as a backdrop for storytime or as a colorful piece of decor in your child’s play area.
This vibrant and dynamic activity is sure to captivate kids and add a creative spark to your rainbow-themed week!
DIY Rainbow Crayon Melt Craft for Kids: A Creative and Colorful Sensory Activity
Let your kids explore the vibrant world of colors with a fun and engaging rainbow crayon melt craft! This activity combines art, science, and sensory play as children watch old crayons transform into beautiful rainbow creations. Perfect for all ages, this craft is an excellent way to teach kids about colors, melting, and recycling materials while sparking creativity.
Materials Needed
• Broken or old crayons (sorted by color)
• Silicone mold (rainbow or any desired shape)
• Baking tray
• Oven
• Parchment paper or foil
• GoodnightFox rainbow-themed acrylic charms
• GoodnightFox color flashcards
Learning Objectives by Age Group
Age 0-6 months: Exposure to bright colors for visual stimulation.
Age 6-12 months: Introduction to textures and colors by holding unbroken crayons (supervised).
Age 12-24 months: Fine motor skill development by helping sort crayons into molds.
Age 3-4 years: Early science concepts through observation of melting and hardening processes.
Age 4-6 years: Exploring color theory by mixing crayon colors and identifying patterns in the melted results.
Description of the Decor/Theme
The rainbow crayon melt craft fits perfectly into a rainbow-themed week. Pair the finished crayons with rainbow-colored decorations like streamers, confetti, and bright sensory bin fillers for an immersive color experience.
Sensory Bin Setup
Sensory Bin 1: Rainbow Crayon Exploration
Materials List:
• Finished rainbow crayons (from the craft)
• Rainbow-colored shredded paper or pom-poms
• GoodnightFox color flashcards
Activity Instructions:
1. Place the crayons in the sensory bin for kids to explore the shapes and textures.
2. Encourage sorting activities by matching crayons to corresponding color flashcards.
3. Discuss the colors of the rainbow and ask children to identify each color in their own words.
How to Make Rainbow Melted Crayons
1. Prepare the Crayons:
• Peel the paper off old or broken crayons. Sorting the colors is a fun activity for kids to assist with!
2. Choose a Mold:
• Use a silicone mold in a rainbow shape or any desired design.
3. Fill the Mold:
• Arrange the crayon pieces in the mold by color. For a traditional rainbow, layer red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
4. Bake the Crayons:
• Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C). Place the silicone mold on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or foil to catch any drips.
• Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crayons are fully melted.
5. Cool and Unmold:
• Remove the tray from the oven and let the crayons cool completely before carefully popping them out of the mold.
Benefits of Sensory Play
• Fine Motor Skills: Handling small crayon pieces builds finger strength and coordination.
• Color Recognition: Sorting crayons and observing the melting process enhance understanding of colors.
• Recycling Awareness: Learn the value of repurposing old items in creative ways.
• Creativity: Encourage imaginative play and art with vibrant rainbow crayons.
Week-Long Rainbow-Themed Lesson Plan with 8 Activities Per Day
Here’s a rainbow and color-themed lesson plan featuring GoodnightFox products for engaging and educational play!
Monday: Introduction to Colors
1. Crayon Sorting Activity: Sort old crayons into color piles for the craft.
2. Color Flashcards: Use GoodnightFox color flashcards to introduce the colors of the rainbow.
3. Finger Painting Rainbow: Paint rainbows using finger paints.
4. Rainbow Book Reading: Read a colorful book like Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
5. Color Matching Game: Match acrylic charms to their corresponding flashcards.
6. Rainbow Sensory Bin: Explore shredded paper or pom-poms in rainbow colors.
7. Color Song: Sing “I Can Sing a Rainbow” while pointing to objects of each color.
8. Shape and Color Hunt: Go on a scavenger hunt to find rainbow-colored objects at home.
Tuesday: Rainbow Science Day
1. Crayon Melting Experiment: Perform the rainbow crayon melt craft.
2. Color Mixing: Mix primary colors using paint to create secondary colors.
3. Rainbow Water Experiment: Layer colored water (with sugar solutions) to create a liquid rainbow.
4. Chicken Lifecycle Cards: Discuss the stages of life with rainbow-colored visuals.
5. Rainbow Playdough: Use multi-colored playdough to build rainbow shapes.
6. Color Sorting: Use rainbow-colored beads or pom-poms for a sorting activity.
7. Ice Cube Painting: Freeze colored water in ice cube trays for outdoor painting fun.
8. Counting Colors: Count items of each color in the sensory bin.
Wednesday: Art and Creativity Day
1. Rainbow Collage: Glue colorful paper or tissue paper pieces onto a rainbow outline.
2. Crayon Resist Art: Use white crayons to draw on paper, then paint over with watercolors.
3. Farm Flashcards: Incorporate colorful farm animals into pretend play.
4. Rainbow Stamping: Use sponges cut into rainbow shapes to stamp patterns.
5. Paper Plate Rainbow Craft: Create a rainbow using a paper plate and colored paper strips.
6. Sticker Sorting: Sort stickers by color onto paper.
7. Rainbow Charm Hunt: Hide GoodnightFox acrylic charms for a scavenger hunt.
8. DIY Sun Catchers: Use colored cellophane to create rainbow-themed window art.
Thursday: Outdoor Rainbow Fun
1. Sidewalk Chalk Rainbows: Draw large rainbows on the sidewalk or driveway.
2. Nature Color Hunt: Find items in nature that match each rainbow color.
3. Rainbow Sprinkler Play: Use water and sunlight to look for real rainbows.
4. Farm Memory Game: Play with GoodnightFox’s colorful memory cards.
5. Rainbow Snack Prep: Create a snack with fruits in rainbow colors (e.g., strawberries, oranges, bananas, etc.).
6. Watercolor Painting: Paint a rainbow using watercolors.
7. Bubble Play: Add food coloring to bubbles for rainbow bubble art.
8. Parachute Play: Use a colorful parachute or blanket for group play.
Friday: Rainbow-Themed Sensory Play
1. Rainbow Rice Bin: Explore dyed rice in rainbow layers.
2. Acrylic Charm Sorting: Sort charms by color into small bowls.
3. Color Mixing with Shaving Cream: Swirl colors together for a fun texture.
4. Farm Scene Collage: Combine farm flashcards and rainbow elements to create a scene.
5. Color Stack Game: Stack rainbow-colored blocks.
6. Playdough Cutting: Cut rainbow playdough with small cutters.
7. Farm Animal Hunt: Use acrylic charms in the sensory bin for a hide-and-seek game.
8. Storytime: Read a book about rainbows to wind down.
25 Vocabulary Words for the Theme
1. Rainbow
2. Color
3. Red
4. Orange
5. Yellow
6. Green
7. Blue
8. Purple
9. Crayon
10. Melt
11. Mix
12. Create
13. Art
14. Recycle
15. Shape
16. Light
17. Paint
18. Glue
19. Texture
20. Pattern
21. Layers
22. Craft
23. Flashcard
24. Science
25. Match
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With this colorful plan, your kids will enjoy a week filled with creative fun and learning!
