Splatter Ball Art

Splatter Ball Art is a free, NQF-aligned Sport & Active Games activity for ages 5 to 10. It includes a learning intention, a materials list, step-by-step instructions and framework links.

Learning intention

This experience supports children to be active and to experiment with creating patterns through movement.

You'll need

• Tennis balls
• Paint
• Large cardboard sheets
• Outdoor space

How to do it

1. Set up outdoors where mess is welcome.
2. Children dip tennis balls in paint and bounce or roll them across cardboard.
3. Compare the splatter patterns made by bouncing versus rolling.
4. Let the boards dry and reuse them as backdrops for other activities.

Curriculum links

MTOP

• 3.2 Children and young people become strong in their physical learning and wellbeing
• 4.1 Children and young people develop a growth mindset and learning dispositions such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity

NQS

• 3.2.2 Resources support play-based learning - Resources, materials and equipment allow for multiple uses, are sufficient in number, and enable every child to engage in play-based learning.

Frequently asked questions

What NQF outcomes does Splatter Ball Art support?

Splatter Ball Art is mapped to MTOP 3.2, MTOP 4.1, NQS 3.2.2. Each framework link is quoted in full on this page.

What age group is Splatter Ball Art for?

This activity suits ages 5–10.

What do I need for Splatter Ball Art?

You will need Tennis balls, Paint, Large cardboard sheets and Outdoor space.

How long does Splatter Ball Art take?

Allow about 20 min.