Ideas that worked ...

Bring in pictures of wonderful creations by earth artists like Andy Goldsworthy, Agnes Denes, Robert Smithson, Nancy Holt ... brainstorm how they make us feel ... keep it loose. Tell a story relating to the four directions and elements (might be inspired by earth cultures) or ask student volunteers to make four guided visualizations beforehand to share with the class. Divide into four groups based on interest or blindfold everyone and ask them to move to a drum - select the groups according to how each person moves. Create a quiet planning space ... what materials can we use without damaging the environment? Offer centrepieces as mentioned above. This creates a visceral focal point. Artefacts contain stories.

Off you go ...

Using objects from nature enhances our study of body systems and art history in A's Muscular Mandala and Mulch Mona Lisa by T.

Indoor mandalas - a ritual of remembrance

The concept of collaborative art around a theme migrates into our Remembrance Day Ceremony and unifies gratitude and the emotional resonance of poppies.