A group of children from each key stage 2 class came together with Mrs Dwyer to make some characters for a super size Christmas crib: shepherd, wise man, Joseph, Mary, baby Jesus and an angel.We started off by making wire frames for the bodies. These were covered in newspaper. This was then covered in 'mod roc'. This is like plaster of Paris. It looks like bandages. They are dipped in water are stuck onto the body.
Rolled up newspapers were used for the arms and attached to the body with pieces of wire.
Balloons were used for the heads - covered in newspaper and mod roc.
We also made accessories for the characters such as gifts, crown, halo, head dress and a crook.
This activity was great fun and we can't wait to see the finished characters. Once they are dry they will be spray painted.
By Olivia, Jessie, Ross, Jasmine and all the other children who took part.
