Summary:

 

Using paper, pencils, markers and some objects from around the home and classroom, you and your students can create some fantastic patterns that will astound and amaze.

 

 

Note: Although this project is best suited for children ages 7 or 8 and up, you can also try it with the young ones, just keep in mind that you will have to adapt the ideas accordingly.

 

Objectives:

 

It’s been said that creativity is the key to happiness and that by doing something creative every day, we can boost our moods (and productivity) tremendously. When you are fully immersed in a creative activity, your focus shifts away from day to day worries and stresses as you instead put all your attention on the immediate task at hand.

Some people like to write in a journal while others enjoy baking cookies. Still others express their artistry by arranging fresh cut flowers in a vase…

If you are looking for a simple, non-intimidating way to be creative today, have a peek at the following tutorial. It’s perfect for all ages and uses items you will already have in your home

 

What You Need:

 

• Paper (8-1/2″ x 11″ or larger)
• Pencils
• Magic markers
• Rulers or other straight edges
• Round lids from various sized containers (margarine, yogurt, milk caps, etc.) Be sure to have a nice variety available – ask the kids to bring round items in from home. (Optional: compasses used for drawing circles can be used instead of the container lids, making for a good tie-in to math).

 

What You Do:

 

Start by drawing between 12 and 16 straight lines across the paper. They can go in any direction, just as long as they travel from one edge of the paper to the other.