Contact Paper Rainbow Fish

Using contact paper, tissue paper, and tin foil is a great way for toddlers to make their very own Rainbow Fish!

What you need:

- contact paper
- dry erase marker
- tissue paper squares (we found these pre-cut at Dollar Tree)
- tin foil cut into squares
- ice cube tray
- copy of the Rainbow Fish book by Marcus Pfister

How it works:
The first step is to draw the outline of the Rainbow Fish onto the contact paper (non-sticky side). Peel off the backing and attach the contact paper to a wall or window, sticky side out. The outline of the fish shows through the paper. Place the book, tissue paper and tin foil below the fish and that's it for set up.

Let your little one explore the different materials. Encourage them to stick the tissue paper and foil squares to make their own unique Rainbow Fish.

This fun craft encourages fine motor skill development, as well as the opportunity for color recognition and sensory exploration. Working on a vertical surface also helps to develop gross motor skills, core stability, bilateral coordination, and it encourages midline crossing. Perfect for helping toddlers to develop and be creative!

And of course, don't forget to finish up the activity by reading the story one more time!