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Drawing is a good chance for tamariki to:

• be creative and express themselves
• try out a variety of drawing materials and techniques
• grow their skills and confidence in drawing through practice — repetition of actions strengthens pathways in their brain
• strengthen the fine muscles in their hands and fingers, which will help them when they start writing letters and numbers.

You’ll need: Paper or card, crayons or pencils, glue, leaves, glitter etc – use whatever you have!

1. Fold your paper in half.
2. Decorate the front with a special design, collage or picture
3. Write a message on the inside (get help if you need it).
4. Give your card to someone special!

Extra: Talk about other (free!) ways that you can show people you care.