Adult-led activities
Over and under
Capitalise on interests in circles, rotation and radials using an old bicycle wheel as a weaving frame to create an exciting work of art with the children.
Key learning intentions
To introduce the technique of weaving and to manipulate materials to create an effect
To explore fabrics and threads in terms of texture, colour and pattern and to use them in a creative context
Adult:child ratio 1:4
Resources
A large bicycle wheel with spokes ,a collection of ribbons, threads, lengths of wool and strips of fabric ,examples of woven items (for example, fabrics, rugs)
Preparation
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