Making purse out of paper

Art

• Understanding shapes and patterns through folding and cutting paper to make the purse.
• Developing fine motor skills by handling scissors and folding the paper precisely.
• Expressing creativity by decorating the purse with colors, patterns, or drawings.
• Learning the concept of repurposing materials by making a functional item out of paper.

Encourage children to explore different types of paper and textures for making the purse. They can also experiment with incorporating other materials like fabric scraps, buttons, or beads to add more variety and creativity to their purses.

Book Recommendations

• Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch: A story that celebrates creativity and resourcefulness.
• Not a Box by Antoinette Portis: Encourages imaginative thinking and seeing ordinary objects in new ways.
• The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds: Inspires kids to embrace their creativity and express themselves through art.