How limitations spur creativity and discoveries

I gave each child 6 colors; black, white, red, blue, yellow and brown and they created so many new colors. Here are some sample swatches of their creations. In limiting their palettes children learn how to tweak the color recipes to create new colors. After gaining some experience in this, children can begin to purposely mix specific amounts to create a specific color.

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