2007-02-25 05:47:52 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
My 16 month old uses her crayons and scribbles! A one year old is not too young for coloring. They should at least be supervised, since they do tend to still put things in their mouths. Crayola has large nontoxic crayons available just for toddlers learning to color :)
2007-02-25 07:46:16 · answer #1 · answered by Erika 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. Our daughter is just about 14 months and she's been "coloring" for a few weeks now. Now, her idea of coloring is scribbling on paper and occasionally trying to eat the crayons, but she seems to have fun! We just bought her a couple of coloring books this week, but she's still more content coloring in the notebook she started out with.
Whatever you do... make sure you supervise the baby with the crayons! They may be non-toxic, but that doesn't mean they should be allowed to eat them. Our daughter has been out of the "everything goes into her mouth" stage for a little while now, but the crayons still seem to be tasty to her. Have fun with the baby! Get down on the floor and color with him or her (it's very relaxing). That way when the baby starts to see how tasty the crayons are, you can be right there to gently guide them away from the mouth and back to the paper.
Good luck!
2007-02-25 13:55:26 · answer #2 · answered by gonefornow 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, just make sure that you give them a nice big piece of paper, and make sure you do it with them, at least for awhile, until they learn that the coloring goes on the paper, not elsewhere! and remember, other than staying on the paper, and not eating crayons (use the big fat crayons) the only rules are don't stick them up your nose. As far as what they draw or scribble, no rules. Just let them have fun.
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2007-02-25 13:53:20 · answer #3 · answered by leavemealonestalker 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so, just as long as you're sitting and supervising the whole time the child is coloring. Obviously the child also has to be able to grip the crayon to attempt to color, and if he/she tries to put the crayon in his/her mouth as soon as you give it to him/her, show the child how to color, see if he comprehends what you're doing and does what you do. If all he/she wants to do is put the crayon in his/her mouth, then maybe it is a little too soon, try again in another week or two.
2007-02-25 13:57:14 · answer #4 · answered by Moody 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, one is not too young to color. With adult supervision it is a great outlet for initial self expression. And a wonderful opportunity for positive praise from parents and a foundation for good self esteem. Hang artwork from earliest ages, time flies!
2007-02-25 13:55:27 · answer #5 · answered by angle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, at that age they are walking around and putting everything in there mouth, ear, nose, etc. I think 2 1/2-3 yr old is the age to introduce crayons. Finger painting with chocolate pudding may be fun at this age, but they will probably have more fun eating it! :) Good Luck!
2007-02-25 13:53:39 · answer #6 · answered by starryeyednmo 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In the lines yes. to scribble no. Just make sure they don't eat the crayons
2007-02-25 14:10:30 · answer #7 · answered by Jessica R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, just make sure to keep an eye on them to be sure they are only on the paper and also that they are not eating the crayons.
2007-02-25 14:00:08 · answer #8 · answered by ♥ Nikkee D ♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as they aren't eating them go for it. Great for eye-hand coordination and creativity. I'm as frugal as they come, but I always buy Crayola brand because I am sure they don't have lead or other toxins in them like some from overseas have.
2007-02-25 14:05:57 · answer #9 · answered by itsmeinin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as lonbg as they don't eat the crayon or whatever you give them and they can hold it k i don't see why they would be too young! It helps them learn to be creative at an early age.
2007-02-27 23:58:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋