[header] How to teach art [title] Use washable paints and markers instead of pencils and erasers. [step] Using broader, messier materials encourages openness and creativity. Pencils and erasers will make the process take much longer and lead the kids to constantly erase their mistakes. 
Provide a wide variety of children's paints and markers for kids to choose from. [substeps] Using paints and markers will also encourage the kids to work faster and create a higher volume of work.