Discuss the patterns. Children select 3 paint colours and design their own gift wrap using repeating patterns. When their work is dry, they choose one of the patterns to highlight with glitter. Children put glue on the pattern and sprinkle it with glitter. Assessment Display the children's gift wraps.
Children say what they like about their favourite one.
More Art Activities Design a Menu Show the children a selection of menus from local restaurants. Discuss what the menus look like. Encourage the children to design a menu for a restaurant. Go here to get clip art for the menu. Share the menus with the class.