Adult-led activities
Branch out
Start your project by setting some safety rules, which will be better understood and adhered to if agreed following discussion and negotiation with the children. Then kick off with a weaving activity.
Key learning intention To work creatively and explore colour, texture, shape and form in three dimensions
Adult:child ratio 1:up to 4
Resources
* Small branch *lengths of ribbon, wool, twine, cloth or other threading materials of various thicknesses, colours and textures *large pot with earth *writing materials
Preparation
* Ensure that the main branch has several smaller branches stemming from it but no sharp twigs which could scratch the children.
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