Grape Sculptures
Age: 3-5 PSC/GD
Secondary Age: 5-10 OSC
Curriculum Area: Science, Motor Skills
Developmental Goal/Activity Objective: To experiment with building structures using edible materials, and to practice fine motor skills.
Materials Needed:
- Paper plates
- Toothpicks
- Grapes
Procedures/Strategies:
a. Give children each a paper plate, some grapes and toothpicks.
b. Instruct them to build a sculpture using only the toothpicks and the grapes.
c. For younger children, leave the activity open-ended like this. For older children you may leave the activity open, or give them a limit in their materials or time to create a challenge.
d. Let children eat the grapes too!
Guidance and Safety Considerations:
Be aware of any allergies. Make sure children build on their paper plates and their hands are clean before this activity so that they can eat their creations.
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