Extra Note: I prepared this post as an Unplugged Project, to go along with a weekly carnival at http://www.unplugyourkids.com/, but after reading a few posts, on some of my favorite mom blogs, it occured to me that this project would also fit nicely as a stART project, on A Mommy's Adventure, so I'm linking there too. I'd encourage you to check out both sites, as there are many fun, and inspiring links on both.
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To make our owls, we stuffed lunch sized paper bags with newspaper. Then, we folded the top corners inward to form a pointed top, which we folded down, to make the owl's horned ears.
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The children glued on construction paper eyes, and beaks (being careful not to waste paste).
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Then, they drew wings, and glued feathers to the front.
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The older children opted to draw their feathers on, instead, to stay in keeping with the story.
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We didn't have a blackboard to hang them over, but I tied a piece of twine across the top of the patio door, and clipped them up there, for a similar effect.
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The children had a good time copying Ramona's school activity. Though, there was a bit of drama, and we did end up two owls short, also in keeping with the story. I'll admit I have a new found sympathy for Cleary's Mrs. Griggs. It was chaotic enough just trying to get six children through this craft - I can't imagine attempting it alone, with a room full of first graders!
To learn more about Beverly Cleary, or the Ramona series, click here, to visit The World of Beverly Cleary.
It's great to be a homeschooler.
4 comments:
These came out so cute what a great project. Thank you for linking up!
Oh I love anything by Beverly Cleary! I am always impressed when homeschoolers manage to incorporate the Unplugged Project into their curriculum. I am glad this fit so nicely for you and I love your idea. Thanks for the inspiration!
oh! these are great!!
How cute these are! We actually made our own version of these today and I was wondering if it would be okay to link back to you. Thanks,
Stacy
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