Method 1. Take two sticks and place the string parallel with a short tail at

the top and the long tail downwards. 2. Wrap the long tail round both sticks horizontally 4 times, making

sure the short tail is still showing and your wrappings are tight. 3. Now split the sticks and wrap 4 times vertically between the

sticks tightly. 4. Tie the end of the string to the short tail to make a double knot

to secure it. 5. Repeat to lash two more sticks together. 6. Place your wrapped sticks in front of you, one like an upside down

V and the other a normal V. Place your last stick in between to make a zig-zag. (See picture 6)

7. Lash the loose ends as before to fasten it all together. 8. Can you use logical thinking skills to form a star with your sticks? 9. You may want to add some extra knots to fasten your star

securely. 10. Loop some string through your star and knot to form a hanging

loop. 11.Hang your star for a natural festive decoration!

Curriculum Links

EYFS

PSED: Chooses they resources they need for activities. C&L: Can follow instructions involving several ideas or actions. PD: Handles tools and equipment effectively. UW: Talks about features of their immediate environment. EAD: Safely uses and explores a variety of materials and techniques.

National Curriculum

Design & Technology: (KS1) Select from and use a wide range of materials and components, according to their characteristics; Select from and use a range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks. (KS2) Select from and use a wider range of materials and components, according to their functional properties; Select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks accurately.

Christmas Star

You will need… • 5 sticks about the width of your finger and length of your forearm

(minus your hand!). • String & scissors

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Session Objectives Children will develop their fine manipulative skills to lash sticks. Children will be able to create a star decoration from sticks.

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