Benefits of Arts and Crafts Projects
Arts and crafts projects
foster creativity, improve dexterity, boost self-esteem, and stimulate
imagination. This ornament project also offers practice with following
directions and step-by-step procedures. The finished product is a one-of-a-kind
holiday ornament that may be proudly displayed at home or in a classroom.
Click the image below to view the entire
Holiday Ornament Collection.
Create 3D Holiday Ornaments as a STEM / STEAM Activity
There is something
magical about taking a flat piece of paper and transforming it into a 3-dimensional
object. Articles of clothing,
packaging containers, and material design projects are created with a similar
process.
The objects and shapes of this project support mathematical education and geometry. The procedures required align with STEM and STEAM educational philosophies. Plus, the process of coloring the ornament allows for artistic expression and creativity. Some teachers have used this project with their students and created a “Geome-Tree” in their classroom!
Suggestions for Utilizing this Versatile Craft Project:
- School Classroom Activity
- School Art Enrichment Activity
- Gifted and Talented / GATE Project
- STEM / STEAM Activity
- Homeschool Activity
- Sunday School Craft
- Family Craft Project
- Christmas Tree Decorating Party
Choose from many styles and designs
Multiple design options
are provided for each style of ornament. The designs include holiday images,
geometric patterns, and stained glass-style images.
Instructions for creating 3-dimensional ornaments
The Holiday Ornament kit
includes detailed instructions and multiple design options for each ornament
style. The instructions show the required supplies and step-by-step directions
for the design process.
If you plan to use this
craft with young students, I recommend you select from the beginner-level
options. It will also be helpful to have the assistance of an additional adult (or
older student). This will make the folding and assembling process easier.
3D Holiday Ornaments – Beginner to Intermediate Set
The
beginner-to-intermediate set offers choices for young students and individuals
with limited dexterity. The designs and patterns include holiday images,
holiday messages, stained glass-style images, and geometric patterns. The
holidays represented include Christmas, Hanukkah, Las Posadas, and Kwanzaa.
Click the image below to view the
Beginner to Intermediate Ornament Set.
3D Holiday Ornaments – Intermediate to Advanced Set
The
intermediate-to-advanced set includes designs with more intricate details and
folds. These ornaments require more focus and dexterity, so they are best for
upper-elementary age to adults. The designs and patterns include geometric
patterns, stained glass-style designs, the word “Joy”, and the word “Peace”.
Click the image below to view the
Intermediate to Advanced Ornament Set.
I hope you have as much fun crafting your individual ornaments as I did creating the entire collection!
Happy Holidays,
Janet Mitchell
