Anyways, when it's time for arts and crafts, younger people almost always want in on the fun. Here are a couple of ways to have fun, and make sure everyone gets in on it.
Don't Make it Complicated
This is one of the biggest mistakes you can make when trying to do an activity with younger people. If you make it too complicated, they get lost and spiral away from what they are supposed to be doing. Instead of throwing it all at them at once, give them step-by-step instruction. Be sure to only give out the next step when they are done with the first!
You can also simplify just about anything. If what you want to do is too hard, see if you can make it easier!
Keep it Fun!
Another important thing, and perhaps just as important as the above. If something isn't fun, chances are younger people are gonna lose interest. And if they lose interest, well...you're probably going to end up with glue and glitter everywhere.
Some ways to keep it fun, might be to listen to music while you work. Or maybe talk to them, keep their interest on the project at hand.
Stay Calm
If something goes wrong, or someone doesn't follow an instruction exactly right, that's fine! Don't get mad at them for failing at something they just might not be able to do. Instead, tell them they're doing fine, and move on.
I hoped this helped, and be sure to comment on any tips you've heard of!
I hoped this helped, and be sure to comment on any tips you've heard of!
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