Lots of Lines

Why

Long and short. Wavy and zigzag. Straight and curved. Wide and narrow. How many kinds of lines can you draw? Lots!

Steps

1. Lines come in a variety of shapes and sizes! Here's a chance to try to make as many different kinds of lines as you can.

2. Fold a large plain paper into several sections, accordion-style.

3. With Crayola® Kid's First® Washable Markers, draw a line across the folds.

4. In each section, draw a different kind of line. Choose different colors, widths, and directions. Make as many different kinds of lines as you can think of.

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

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Supplies

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  • Kid's First® Washable Markers
  • Construction Paper

Where & When

"My children started naming their lines. When they wrote the words, they created more lines!"
Rochelle N., home-school mom of 6- and 8- year-olds.

"Hurray for an activity that appeals to all ages! My big kids like to do this without picking up their markers."
Tatiana P., mom of 3-, 5-, and 7-year olds.


Interesting Info

The mathematical definition of a line is a mark that extends in opposite directions and goes on without end. A number of artists have used only one line to create masterpieces. Check out the contour drawings of Alexander Calder and Pablo Picasso to see what they drew with a line.