During the activity, it is not necessary to change the water. The chalk sinks to the bottom of the pan. The students may use cardboard boxes, toilet paper and paper towel rolls, sticks, scraps of carpet fabric, etc., match boxes, tissue boxes, etc. This is a good project for individuals or partners. Then they should draw the plan so they at least have a starting point.
Construction can begin as soon as the blueprint is complete.
Allow time for clean-up after each work session. Their explanations could include aspects such as line, shape, color, design, and the environmental impact of their garb. They will need to cut heads, limbs, clothing and accessories, and then assemble them on a piece of cardboard, posterboard or heavy construction paper.