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Add a festive craft to a St. Patrick's Day celebration with a shamrock necklace. Scholars cut and color paper shamrocks and string colorful cereal to create a bright and cheery fashion piece.
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Instructional Ideas
- Begin your St. Patrick's Day celebration with the craft and allow pupils to eat the cereal as the day progresses
- practice counting cereal—count by one, skip count, or count how many pieces can fit on a string
- Send craft instructions, templates, and a bag of materials home for learners to complete with their parents or guardians
Classroom Considerations
- Consider classroom allergies prior to bringing in edible goods—substitute cereal for non-allergenic food
Pros
- Promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- Requires easy clean-up
Cons
- None