Nature Basket
Stone Painting & Sorting
Smooth stones become canvases and counters in this tactile art and math activity.
Ages 3+10 min prep
What you'll need
- Smooth, flat stones
- Washable paint or paint pens
- Small brushes
- Egg carton or divided tray
- Optional: stickers or googly eyes
How to make it
- 1
Wash and dry the stones ahead of time.
- 2
Set out paints, brushes, and stickers.
- 3
Let your child paint patterns, faces, or colors on each stone.
- 4
Once dry, sort stones by color, size, or design in the tray.
Tip
Use this as a calm-down activity or turn painted stones into story tokens.