Overview
Founded in a process-based philosophy, this unique book includes over 40 activities set up as invitationsācarefully designed prompts or provocations to play or make something. Author Meri Cherry has over 20 years of teaching experience, and her blogĀ www.mericherry.comĀ has set the standard for meaningful and enriching process art experiences that are both manageable for moms, and engaging and fun for kids.
Play, Make, Create begins with an in-depth guide for parents, teachers, and facilitators thatĀ shares all the detailsāhow to set up materials in an inviting way, how toĀ present the activity andĀ talk to kids about art, and how to stock your cabinets with the right materials for ongoing creativity, plus best-practice tips for clean up, trouble shooting, and more.
Within the book, parents will find fourĀ types of creative invitations. Invitations to Explore are process-based, open-endedĀ activities that are set up for ongoing play and discovery. Invitations to Create inspire children toĀ make something. By exploring, playing, and discovering what the materials offer, children will create excitingĀ projectsĀ such as salt paintings, a mini book, a shadow box,Ā puppets, nature crafts,Ā clay sculptures and more, each with completely individual results. Invitations to Play are sensory-based activities such as making doughs, slime, moving toys, and more. Lastly, there are Invitations to Collaborate. These are fun group projects, perfect for playdates, families, classrooms, and parties.Ā Ā
As children explore the activities inĀ Play, Make, Create, they are engaged in active, meaningful, and socially interactive learning. Children are encouraged to wonder, to experiment, and to use critical thinkingāand most of all, enjoy the process.Ā ByĀ following their own inclinations and making their own choices, childrenĀ gain self-confidence and hone their problem solving skills.
GetPlay, Make, Create and give your children the gift of creativity. These activities wake up kids'Ā brains and get them busy doing things. The tactile, colorful, and engaging materials also offer a way to decompress and relax, as well asĀ build fine motor and critical thinking skills. Giving your children these creative play opportunities is a way to say "I love you. I thought about you. You are important to me. Your ideas are important to me."Ā
This book title, Play, Make, Create, A Process-Art Handbook (With over 40 Art Invitations for Kids * Creative Activities and Projects that Inspire Confidence, Creativity, and Connection), ISBN: 9781631597169, by Meri Cherry, published by Quarry Books (June 11, 2019) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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