Poems and Paintings

Poems and Paintings craft

Budding artists and writers tap into their natural creative energies to experience first-hand the links between visual arts and the written word.

  • 1.

    Spread newspaper over a work surface. With Crayola® Washable Kid's Paint and Paint Brushes, create a picture of an object, person, scene, or idea that interests you.

  • 2.

    While your painting is drying, use Crayola Markers to draft a poem about your picture. Use your colors and images to inspire your words.

  • 3.

    When your painting is dry, cut it out with Crayola Scissors. Attach it to construction paper with a Crayola Glue Stick. Copy your poem on your picture. Add Crayola Glitter Glue for accents.