What parent hasn't racked their brain to answer this question on a rainy day? This book suggests simple painting projects to satisfy the most ambitious budding artist, yet each project is broken down into simple stages which even very young children can attempt with confidence. This book is full of ideas to capture the imagination of the very young. There are also suggestions for adapting the paintings into scenes or picture stories. Bold illustrations and minimal text ensure that the book can be used independently by the child, or with adult guidance.