Ways to Introduce Sculpting to Children
Sculpting a great activity that can be done as a group. Children love things that they can do with their hands so that they see the effect their motions have on something. By spending a little time introducing the concept to them, the children will be geared up and ready to start.
Introduce things simply at first. There’s no need for a potter’s wheel, and you should obviously keep them far away from the oven or kiln that will be used to cure the pottery. An easy first project for a child is a bowl. Bowls are simple shapes that children are already familiar with. You can further encourage them by telling them that when the bowl is all done, they can eat a snack out of it. This will give them a real sense of ownership when they proudly hold their new bowl, and their faces will light up when they tell you that they made it all by themselves.
If sculpting isn’t something you feel comfortable taking the lead of, there are several businesses and public groups that hold sculpting sessions, and some that cater to children exclusively. Take a look at your local library or community center for information, and prepare yourself to see your child’s next pottery unveiling.
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