A 4 year old is going to finger paint for the first time. Which of the following is the best action for the adult supervisor of this activity?
a) Make a model for the child to follow so it will be easy to copy.
b) Support whatever the child paints.
c) Tell the child that it will be fun but that he or she should not make a mess.
d) Draw a picture first for the child to see how to do it.
Answer: Support whatever the child paints.