Mini make - How to make a Christmas tree star decoration

Mini makes are fun projects to make that use very small amounts of air-drying clay.

Here’s how to make Christmas tree star decorations with video demonstrations and easy to follow, child friendly, step by step instructions. These decorations are simple to make and great practice for improving dexterity and fine motor skills. Once finished, you could use the decorations to decorate a classroom tree before the children take them home.

There are three versions to choose from that cover nearly all ages and abilities. The easiest decoration uses a lolly stick and is suitable for children in Reception and Year 1.

The other two versions use strips of thin cardboard to make the stars and are suitable for children aged 7 and upwards. This project is also suitable for children with special educational needs and those who need help with their mental wellbeing.

This project also works best as a one to one activity or in small groups and is suitable for after school clubs or as a golden time activity.

What you need:
DAS clay
pencils
lolly sticks
pots of water
Paintbrush
Strip of thin cardboard
Paperclip
Ribbon or string
Mat to work on

What you get:

Powerpoint step by step instructions - ‘I can make a Christmas tree star decoration 1.’
Powerpoint step by step instructions - ‘I can make a Christmas tree star decoration 2.’
Powerpoint step by step instructions - ‘I can make a Christmas tree star decoration 3.’
Video showing how to make a Christmas tree star decoration version 1.’
Video showing how to make a Christmas tree star decoration version 2.’
Video showing how to make a Christmas tree star decoration version 3.
Video showing how to fix big cracks in the clay’

Information for teachers:
How the projects work
Things you will need
Lesson plan
Preparing for your workshop (including tips for decorating)
Health and Safety
Certificate of Achievement

These projects help children learn and practice basic skills which can then be used to create their own projects and enhance their own creativity. Although your children are making the same project, they will all look different.