Pavement chalk is a wonderfully open-ended activity that lets children transform outdoor spaces into colourful works of art. Whether they’re drawing hopscotch, sketching rainbows, or making a pretend road for toy cars, chalk offers endless opportunities for creative expression and play.
This low-mess activity is great for driveways, patios, and pavements, and it all washes away with the next bit of rain—so no clean-up required!
Materials Needed
- Chunky outdoor chalk (assorted colours)
- Optional: water and a sponge or brush for chalk painting
Tools Needed
- None
Steps
- Choose Your Drawing Spot
Find a dry, flat surface like a pavement, patio, or driveway. - Start Drawing
Let your child doodle freely or give them ideas like a rainbow, town map, or hopscotch grid. - Try Chalk Painting
Add a little water to the chalk for a paint-like effect using a sponge or brush. - Play with the Art
Turn drawings into part of a game—like roads for toy cars or mazes to follow. - Leave a Message
Write positive messages or doodles for neighbours to enjoy too!
Variations
- Chalk Obstacle Course: Draw a path with arrows, jumps, and silly instructions (e.g. spin, hop, roar).
- Shadow Tracing: Trace the shadows of toys, trees, or people and colour them in.
- Learning Fun: Practise letters, numbers, or simple sums in a playful way.
- Photo Backdrop: Create a chalk scene for kids to lie in and take fun overhead photos.
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