Origami in the classroom
by Carla Gray
But you will see children enjoying the idea of creating something from paper that is beautiful in the eyes of the beholder. I begin my third graders off with origami, early in the year. It helps with fine motor skills, directions and eye hand coordination - among many other skills. For students that have behavioral issues, I am always amazed at how calming it is for them to create something from a simple piece of paper. Sometimes my third graders will select origami as a reward. They are so fascinated with folding, turning and flipping paper - which I might add is a math lesson in our curriculum, so I have included origami as an extension. It is such an all-rounded activity with so many benefits. |