BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Have kids lightly sketch their names in large letters before adding glue. Simple block or bubble letters work well and leave plenty of space for adding color.
DRAW YOUR NAME: Lightly draw your name in large letters on black construction paper.
TRACE WITH GLUE: Carefully trace over the pencil lines with white school glue. Let the glue dry completely before adding chalk.
ADD CHALK PASTELS: Choose between warm and cool pastel colors and add color around the dried glue lines. Use the opposite color scheme in the negative space.
BLEND THE COLORS: Use your fingers to gently blend and smudge the chalk pastels. Experiment with different color combinations as you work.
ADD MORE DETAILS: Continue adding and blending chalk until you are happy with your design. Add extra lines, shapes or patterns if desired.
PROTECT THE ARTWORK: Carefully shake off excess chalk dust. Display the finished artwork as is or have an adult use an appropriate fixative to help reduce smudging.