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Creating a three-dimensional applique “Sheep” is one of the simplest and most enjoyable jobs for kids in the preparatory group. This product can be made from a napkin or cotton wool; any child can cope with this task. Moreover, such an activity will develop the baby’s fine motor skills and imagination. This is an excellent reason to develop accuracy in kids and show how to correct some shortcomings. It is important to remember that even if the sheep is not neat enough even with all the efforts, it is important to praise the child for his work. This entertainment can be used to keep children and younger children occupied. In addition, creating a three-dimensional application “Sheep” will be an occasion to tell kids about animals and broaden their horizons. At the end of this material you will find templates to make the work easier and more enjoyable for the little ones: you can print out different samples and let the children choose the one they like.In this material we will assume that you are working with a group of children.
What is required to create a three-dimensional applique “Sheep”?
Prepare all the necessary materials in large quantities in advance in case one of the children needs to modify the product. If you are a teacher, ask parents to bring all the necessary equipment to make the child more comfortable.
To work on the application you will need:
- Ordinary medical cotton wool
- Scissors
- Glue
- Brush
- Images of sheep printed on thick paper or cardboard. As a sample, you can take those presented at the end of this material or download other options from the Internet. It is important that the sheep is printed on thick paper so that it is convenient for the child to work with the materials and the paper does not soften or “float” along with the image if the child spills too much glue on it.
Progress of work on the creation of a three-dimensional application “Sheep”
- Before creating the application, you can ask the children riddles so that they themselves can guess who will become the heroine of the application. Then you can tell the children about the animal, the products that are made from its fur and its habitats. If you have a projector, you can show what the animals look like.
- Distribute the materials to the children and explain in general terms the sequence of work. For clarity, you can demonstrate the accelerated progress of work using your own example.
- Let the children carve the sheep. Make sure everyone is up to the task.
- Then help the kids apply glue to the cardboard sheep's body.
- Once again, demonstrate to the children how to fluff the cotton wool so that it becomes voluminous and takes on a shape resembling a curl of a sheep.Take your time and let the kids work out every curl. If one of your students decides to use a single piece of cotton wool, offer to make a second sheep with a different skin so that the child has the opportunity to develop fine motor skills and not distract other children from the task. If there is not enough time for the second copy, invite the child to color the head and paws of the sheep.
- Allow children to take initiative and act independently. If someone wants to decorate their sheep or make a second one, give them this opportunity.
- Approach each child, help him if necessary, and be sure to praise him for his efforts.
Display of ready-made volumetric applications “Sheep”
Ask the children to show each other the finished three-dimensional appliqués with sheep. Without comparing or commenting on who made the best applique, praise everyone. You can add to the activity and invite the children to paint a large Whatman paper using quick-drying paints and attach all their work to it. This homemade panel with three-dimensional appliques of sheep can be hung on the wall as an example of excellent teamwork.
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