American Girl Doll Easter Crafting Party!

Happy Easter! 

This party will start with introducing ourselves and our dolls to the class! This is a great way to practice public speaking and sharing. Learners are not required to share, so don't worry if your learner is shy. 

After introductions, we will start our party by making Easter baskets out of half an easter egg and a pipe cleaner or ribbon/string handle (please have scotch tape or supervised hot glue for this activity). Next, we will brainstorm different Easter things we can make to put in our baskets. Please note this is a secular class and I will focus on things like flowers, candy, chocolate bunnies, and baby rabbits & chicks. Of course, learners are allowed to make religious items if they desire but due to the secular nature of the class, I won't focus on the religious part of the holiday. 

After our baskets are made, we will brainstorm things we can make to go inside the baskets. Brainstorming allows for sharing and exchanging ideas and is a great way to work together as a class to think of things that individuals might not have thought about.

After brainstorming, party goers will each pick something they want to work on using the supplies they have handy (please see list of suggested supplies). *Please note we do not all work on the same project simultaneously.* This is a creative class and after exchanging ideas, each learner picks what they want to make with the supplies they have at home. Learners might decide to make miniature Easter eggs, boxes of candy, chocolate rabbits, flowers, spring decorations, headbands, doll hats, etc. Part of the challenge is to be creative with the supplies you have! 

I WILL send printables prior to class that learners can use to further their creativity. These printables are optional and are not needed to participate in class. If you don't have a printer, please don't worry. 

I am a fun and flexible teacher who encourages positivity in all her classes. I try to listen and engage all students during class. I use slides with fun, inviting graphics and other visuals to engage learners. Learners don't need any experience to participate.