Crazy Cacti's

First grade students created crazy cacti's.  Shapes were used to create the base and arms of the cactus.  Tissue paper was laid on the cactus to stain the paper, creating a tye-dye effect.  Glitter glue and paint were added to show details and lines.  Triangles of paper were added to resemble the needles of cactus.  

Hot Air Balloons

Kindergarten students overlapped tissue paper with starch to create a hot air balloon.  Yarn was attached to a rectangle to create a basket for the balloon.  Patterns were drawn to create a basket weave.   These balloons were flying high!