DESCRIPTION:
This activity helps children to overcome their fear of the unknown and to be more daring. Creativity and imagination are used here, being only felt, and not seen.
OUTCOMES:
- Demonstrating artistic self-confidence
- Enhancing creative expression
DURATION: 20 minutes
MATERIALS:
- Paper (larger size)
- Crayons
SKILLS RELATED:
- Managing fear
- Self-expression
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Step 1: The teachers blindfold children.
- Step 2: The teachers give pupils the task of drawing a sunny summer (school) day without seeing what and how they are drawing.
- Step 3: Children are encouraged to use their imagination and creativity and not to be afraid of the unknown.
Tips:
- Let the children use their creativity to the fullest without being afraid that they might make a mistake.
- Pay attention to their self-confidence and the way they manage their fear of the unknown.
REFLECTION:
- How can I learn from challenges to create a positive future for myself?
- How would I describe the person I want to be in the future?
What is one habit I want to stop?
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