Skill· 3y–6y· 2 min
Magical Mood Masks
Create expressive masks using household materials to explore emotions and artistic expression
Free to do together whenever you like.
How it works
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneCaptures experiences and responses with a range of media, such as music, dance and paint and other materials or words.Mind· 2.5y–4.2y· core
- MilestoneManipulates materials to achieve a planned effect.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneChooses particular colours to use for a purpose.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneGives meaning to own drawings or marksMind· 2.8y–3.8y· core· Step 4
- MilestoneNames own feelingsHeart· 3y–4y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneUses talk to organise, sequence and clarify thinking, ideas, feelings and events.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneSelects appropriate resources and adapts work where necessary.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneExpresses feelings through words or actionsHeart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneInitiates new combinations of movement and gesture in order to express and respond to feelings, ideas and experiences.Body· 3.3y–5y· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon