Holi / Holi Handprint Banner
Holi Handprint Banner
Children create a bright group banner with colourful handprints to celebrate the festival of colours.
How to run it
- Lay out a long banner of paper or fabric.
- Set out trays of bright paint.
- Have children press colourful handprints onto the banner.
- Display it and share a little about Holi.
You will need
- banner paper or fabric
- bright washable paint
- trays
- wet wipes
Make it easier or harderYounger children can make simple handprints; older children can turn them into patterns.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 1Children learn about another culture while contributing to a shared artwork.
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