On Thursday, 6 November 2025, the TK B pupils of Al Siddiq International took part in an engaging ICT learning activity held in the school’s computer lab. This session focused on using the Paint application, a simple digital drawing programme designed to introduce young children to technology while nurturing their creativity.
In this lesson, the children were guided to create a picture of a house using the shape features available in Paint. This activity not only trained basic computer skills but also introduced geometric concepts such as squares, triangles, and circles. The children learned to recognise and combine these shapes to create a simple house illustration, complete with a roof, door, and windows.
Before starting their drawings, the children were guided to turn on the computer independently by pressing the power button on the CPU. Once the computer was on, they were taught how to open Paint by clicking the search icon and typing “Paint” in the search bar. After the application opened, the teacher gave easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions.
The children appeared enthusiastic as they followed the teacher’s guidance, from selecting shapes and changing colours to arranging the shapes into a house. This process not only strengthened their fine motor skills through the use of the mouse but also built confidence in using digital devices. Teachers also encouraged the children to be creative by adding extra elements such as the sun or trees if they wished.
The main aim of this activity was to introduce technology positively from an early age and to develop the children’s visual creativity through digital media. By using the shape features in Paint, the children learned to think systematically—how to combine individual parts into a meaningful whole. In addition, they practised following instructions, completing tasks, and feeling proud of their own creations.
This activity demonstrates that with the right approach, technology can become a fun and educational learning tool, even for young children.
By Inka Amalia, S.Pd