Have you ever tried painting with… magnets? Check out this activity for a unique way to make a piece of art. What designs can you make?

For this activity you will need the following items:

• Magnet- preferably one with a handle
• Thick paper
• Paint (Tempera is easiest to clean up)
• Various metal items like ball bearings, springs & screws
• Plastic container for paper to fit inside
• Tongs (to help remove paint covered paper)

Now here’s what you do:

1. Place your paper in the plastic container so it lays flat. You may need to cut the paper to fit.
2. Dip a metal item in paint and place inside the container on paper. OR place drops of paint on paper and put metal time inside the container. 
3. Hold the container slightly above the table (with one hand or have an adult hold it for you. 
4. Place your magnet UNDER the container and start moving it.
5. What do you observe?
6. What happens if you place a marble or non-metal item in the container?
7. Do different metal items make different designs?

Tell us what you used to make your painting! We would love to see it in the comments!

Inspiration: https://leftbraincraftbrain.com