Stimulate children's creativity with ART AND CRAFTS

Art and craft activities provide a wealth of benefits to children.

- KIRAN BALIMANE

They stimulate creative thinking and self-expression, improve motor and coordination skills, and develop problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities. Jyothi Dhananjay, a Mysuru-based artist and art teacher, recommends two creative art and crafts activities.

FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS

MATERIALS

• Embroidery thread or wool in various colours

• Scissors

• Tape or a clipboard

• Beads (optional)

TO-DO INSTRUCTIONS

• Cut several strands of embroidery thread or wool, each about 24 inches long. Use as many colors as you like.