This project looks at exciting ways of exploring a popular focus in any early years setting. It includes ideas for printing and imprinting with children in various interesting contexts.
Adult-led activities
Curtain call
Brighten up the home corner with a new pair of curtains created by the children.
Key learning intentions
To explore the media of printing on a large scale
To engage in the process of designing with a purpose in mind
To talk about flat shape and pattern
Adult:child ratio 1:4
Resources
Length of suitable, neutral coloured fabric cut to create two curtain pieces ,fabric paint (suitable for use with children) ,shallow trays ,sponges ,a range of fruit and vegetables (such as carrots, broccoli, cabbage, potatoes, orange, apple, melon, lemon) ,knife, chopping board ,washable aprons ,masking tape ,paint brushes ,soft furnishings catalogues ,curtain fabric sample books
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