Quick answer
Start by setting up a clean workspace and using the Rainbow Watercolor Pad's sturdy paper to teach kids basic wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet techniques. Follow the steps below to avoid common mistakes like over-wetting the brush.
Why the Rainbow Watercolor Pad works for beginners
The Rainbow Watercolor Pad uses high-quality, pH-neutral, chlorine-free paper that holds up well to repeated washes—ideal for kids who are still learning brush control. The paper is also sustainably sourced and printed with vegetable-based inks, so it's safe for little hands.
How to use the Rainbow Watercolor Pad with kids
- Step 1: Prepare the workspace and materials: Place the Rainbow Watercolor Pad on a flat, covered surface. Fill a cup with clean water and set out a few basic watercolor paints (e.g., eeBoo Rainbow Watercolor Pencils or a pan set). Give each child a medium-sized round brush. Common mistake: using too much water. Show kids how to dip the brush and tap it gently on the cup edge.
- Step 2: Practice the wet-on-dry technique: Dip the brush in water, then load it with one color. Paint directly onto the dry paper. Let kids experiment with lines, dots, and simple shapes. The paper’s sizing prevents immediate buckling. Checkpoint: if the paint beads up, the brush is too wet. Wipe excess on a paper towel.
- Step 3: Try the wet-on-wet technique: Brush clean water over a small area of the pad. While the paper is still damp, touch a loaded brush to the wet area. Watch the color spread. This creates soft blends—great for skies or backgrounds. Common mistake: waiting until the paper is dry. Work while the surface still glistens.
- Step 4: Let layers dry between colors: After painting one layer, set the pad aside for a few minutes. Use a hairdryer on low (adult supervision) or just wait. Adding a new color over wet paint will muddy the result. Checkpoint: touch the paper lightly—if it feels cool or damp, wait longer.
Product facts
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Rainbow Watercolor Pad: Made from recycled board and printed on FSC®-certified paper using vegetable-based inks. This makes the pad a non-toxic, eco-friendly choice for children's art projects.
Rainbow Watercolor Pad
