Plastilina

Art

• The child learned how to mold and shape the plastilina to create different objects.
• They explored different colors and mixed them together to create new shades.
• They developed fine motor skills by manipulating and shaping the plastilina.
• The child learned about texture by creating different patterns and designs on their creations.

For continued development, encourage the child to explore more complex shapes and objects with the plastilina. They can also try using different tools like toothpicks or popsicle sticks to add details and textures to their creations. Encourage them to experiment with blending different colors to create interesting color combinations.

Book Recommendations

• Clay Play: A Beginner's Guide to Polymer Clay by Terry Taylor: This book introduces children to the world of polymer clay and provides step-by-step instructions for creating various projects.
• The Colors of Clay: Special Techniques in Athenian Vases by Beth Cohen: This book explores the art of ancient Greek pottery and introduces children to different techniques and designs used in clay art.
• Play with Clay by Terry Taylor: This book offers fun and creative clay projects for children, providing inspiration and guidance for exploring different techniques and ideas.