This fun activity can be used for a purpose, such as making ‘lace’ place mats for the dinner table tonight or to decorate gift tags or cards. It can also just be a doodling activity enjoyed by young and old alike. Paper lace making is creative and great for stimulating fine motor control and eye-hand co-ordination. And, if a special someone lives out of town, why not let your child post his / her creation as a gift. The simple experience of posting a letter is and adventure for a young child.
You will need:
- A4 paper (white or coloured)
- Scissors (blunt-nosed for preschoolers)
What to do:
- Fold the A4 piece of paper in half
- Fold the paper in half again (now you have quarters)
- Using your scissors, cut triangular notches out of the folded sides of the paper. Vary the size so that you create a different design
- Cutting rounded shapes is a more advance activity for the older child
- The full A4-sized piece is easier for the younger child to use. Older children may wish to use smaller pieces of paper
- Why not glue the coloured lace work onto a white or black piece of paper to show off the design
