Scented Gingerbread Men
Needed:
* firm cardboard
* glue (non-toxic craft glue)
* spices ginger cinnamon, peppercorns, mustard seeds etc
Cut out fairly small gingerbread men shapes from firm
cardboard (about 20cm high).
The children can apply glue to the whole shape, then
decorate with the ginger, spice, cinnamon etc (this works
very well if the spices are placed in little shakers, eg
glitter shakers). Use the peppercorns and mustard seeds etc for buttons,
eyes, nose, mouth etc.
This activity is a wonderfully sensory one: the smell of ginger, spice and cinnamon really appeals. Staple the finished gingerbread men to the wall, out of reach, as the spices and peppercorns can tend to come off if touched by little fingers. Dried herbs, paprika etc can also be
used: these add a richness of colour and smell.
Contributed By: Marion
Source: www.atozkidsstuff.com
