No-Paint Paintings

First, wash your baby's hands. Put some dry cornmeal in a baking pan and let her "paint," making interesting swirls and designs. Then put a bib on her and lay out a sheet of aluminum foil. Put some drops of water on the surface and let her enjoy the slipppery feeling of moving water on foil. You can also give your baby a large, brand-new (unused) paintbrush and let her "paint" the inside and outside of a big box with water.