Lion Faces

We made these masks in conjunction with an African theme and week and on the day we watched 'The Lion King'. This is quite an easy craft with plenty of opportunities for kids to extend themselves if they wish.


Materials

• Paper plates
• Tissue Paper- Yellow and Orange
• Glue
• Scissors
• Markers

Method

1. To streamline the process I think it's a good idea to cut strips of tissue paper in preparation for this activity so kids can just focus on the making.
2. Glue strips of tissue paper around edges of the plate to form the mane.
3. Using the marker draw a face in the middle.
4. To extend this activity you can also make a body out of felt.

Day of the Dead Mask

Day of the Dead Mask

As part of a theme week on South America we did two different types of masks. These were Mardi Gras and Day of the Dead. For those of you who don't know Day of the Dead is central and south American festival/holiday that focuses on remembering those who came before you. For more information click here.

Materials

• Paper Plate
• Markers
• Glue
• Scissors
• Coloured Paper
• Coloured Squares
• Sequins

Method

1. Start off by sketching out where you want the eye holes and the shape of the skull. I have made mine quite simple as I needed to do a lot in a hurry.
2. Cut out the eye holes.
3. Using what materials you have decorate the mask.
4. If you are unfamiliar with Day of the Dead style I have included some examples below as well as my finished mask.

Box Masks

Box Masks

Materials Needed

This one may need a little planning. If you are working at a child care center or after school care that does big orders once a term or every six weeks or so much sure you save all your boxes. While this means that your office or work space may become cluttered it is worth it in the end.  You can either make it free art or define it with a theme such as robots.

• Big Boxes
• Glue
• Scissors
• Markers

Method

1. Let the kids know what you expect of them, whether the activity is free o defined.
2. Let them go!
3. You may need to make sure some children aren't greedy though.