General Introduction
- The Plants in Art topic contains 10 modules; two of them are specially designed for the Botanic Gardens.
- The aim is for children to discover plant science through art. Since different cross-curricular activities are used throughout the whole project, these modules are intended to cover the wide scope of arts.
- Fine arts, arts and crafts, music, drama, traditions and customs are included in a range of creative projects.
- The Plants in Art topic fits well into the teaching and learning of a wide range of age groups. The activities can be attempted with children form 6 to 12 years of age.
- Introduction
- Module 1 A class collage
- Module 2 Investigating different habitats and making a musical instrument (Botanic Garden)
- Module 3 Making paper
- Module 4 A gift for a friend
- Module 5 Drawing and making imprints of a tree specimen
- Module 6 Making a May Day garland
- Module 7 Fruit and vegetable role plays
- Module 8 Making and using natural dyes
- Module 9 Observing flower colour and pollination (Botanic Garden)
- Module 10 Creating a botanical board game