07/09/2026
At Active Explorers Lower Hutt, painting is about so much more than creating artwork. For our Fantail infants and toddlers, painting provides opportunities to explore, discover, and learn through their senses.
As little hands squish, swipe, dab, and spread paint across the paper, tamariki are developing important fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, and self-expression. Painting also encourages curiosity, supports brain development, and allows children to explore colours, textures, and cause-and-effect in a fun, meaningful way.
Most importantly, painting gives our youngest learners the freedom to express themselves and build confidence as they proudly create something that is uniquely their own. π
We love seeing the joy, concentration, and sense of achievement on our tamariki's faces as they explore the world through art.