4. Coffee Filter “Watercolor” Lilies

Watching colors “bleed” on a coffee filter feels like a magic trick to a preschooler. This craft is great for exploring how colors mix and move through water.

  • Materials: Coffee filters, washable markers, a spray bottle with water.
  • Steps:
    • Let the child scribble all over the filter with bright markers.
    • Spray the filter with water and watch the colors blend into a watercolor wash.
    • Once dry, bunch the center and wrap it with a green pipe cleaner.