There is a lot of fun to be had with the Kids Pottery Wheel. Slowed down only by the imagination, this can keep children occupied for hours on end. The key is to give them ideas to help them to continue playing with the clay on the wheel, such as enticing them with an array of colors they will be able to paint their finished piece with.

The enjoyment of getting their hands dirty is enticement enough for some children to jump in and give it a whirl. Then get them thinking about whom they know that they could create their first item for. Do the dolls need a tea set? How about a new ashtray for that uncle that smokes? Or could grandma use a pretty new bowl? These ideas are all a great start on getting him to think of what to make for whom.

Always encourage him to use his imagination. Some day he may grow up to be the next great painter or sculptor. Use of the wheel will encourage all those creative juices needed to bring forth a true artist.

Provide a place for the child to use their wheel where if something happens it will be easy to clean up. They may drip clay on the floor and you do not want to have to clean the white carpet, so make sure where you have designated they use it can get messy.

Teach them how to clean their work area when they are finished and it will make your life easier. Even children at age two can be taught to pick up after themselves, so give your child the opportunity to show they can follow directions and clean up their own mess. This will make them feel more accomplished and make it easier on you.

Display his artwork in a special place where friends and family can appreciate what he has done. This type of encouragement will help him in school also. When he is assigned creative work he will be inclined to succeed, having done so in the past with this craft. His creative mind can lead to future jobs, or even a business, so continue to encourage it, and then enjoy the work of your child.