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Shell mandalas :: math and art

06/08/2017 by Cathy James Leave a Comment

These shell mandalas are a great lesson in math and art.

 

shell mandalas for kids :: math and art

Shell mandalas

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Sand sunflowers :: sensory art inspired by flowers

22/07/2017 by Cathy James 2 Comments

Combining nature study, sensory play and some transient art, we’re making sand sunflowers inspired by the flowers in our garden classroom.

Combine nature study, art and sensory play with a flower art invitation to play

Sand sunflowers :: sensory art inspired by flowers

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Garden flower play dough

15/06/2017 by Cathy James 5 Comments

Here’s how we combined the garden’s ingredients with some sensory and imaginary play this week: garden flower play dough.

 

Flower play dough recipe for summer sensory play

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Easy mandala designs for children

20/05/2017 by Cathy James Leave a Comment

Beautiful mandala crafts for children, using simple mandala designs and a wide variety of materials. Mandala arts combines art, math and natural materials and links to many festivals around the world.

Easy mandala designs children can make - mandala crafts using lots of different materials - Vesak crafts - Buddha Day activities for kids

Manadala designs for children

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Circle art to explore shapes and scissor skills

05/05/2017 by Cathy James Leave a Comment

Try some colourful circle art to explore shapes and scissor skills.

Circle art to explore shapes and scissor skills :: learning about shapes :: art and math activity

Circle art to explore shapes and scissor skills

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Flower mandala designs for children

08/07/2016 by Cathy James 10 Comments

Combine natural, sensory materials, art, math and a little meditation and make some pretty flower mandala designs.

 

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Flower mandala designs for children

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Celebrating Vesak with children – Buddha Day activities

16/05/2016 by Cathy James Leave a Comment

Whether you are celebrating Vesak with your children, or want them to learn about Buddha, these Buddha Day activities will help you mark the occasion, lesson plan for Buddha Day, and give your children an introduction to Buddhism.

 

Vesak activities, resources about Buddhism for children, learn about Buddha, and lesson plan for Buddha Day for children

Celebrating Vesak with children – Buddha Day activities

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