View source for Folding of small table mats along embroidered lines

=== Age  ===

3-6 <br>

=== Materials  ===

*Table mats with embroidered lines. <br>

=== Preparation  ===

This is an individual presentation. <br>

=== Presentation  ===

#Directress shows the child how to fold a mat. 
#Directress takes out the first. mat and place it in front of the child. 
#She unfolds it from top to bottom. 
#Directress traces along the dotted line with the index finger and folds it back along the lines in this sequence, from bottom to top. 
#Make sure the edges meet exactly. 
#Smoothen the mats by pressing along the folded lines from middle to outwards. 
#Directress then invites the child to repeat the exercise. 
#Directress may demonstrate on other mats if the child wishes to continue, one at a time.

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=== Control Of Error  ===

The table mats have lines to give guidance. <br>

=== Points Of Interest  ===

The sequence of unfolding is: from left to right and then top to bottom.<br>The sequence of folding is: from bottom to top and then right to left. <br>

=== Purpose  ===

'''Direct aims:<br>'''

*To teach the child how to fold a square, triangle. 
*To give the mathematical experience of discerning a half and a quarter. 
*To prepare the child for working alone with later materials.

<br>'''Indirect aims:<br>'''

*To develop the child's fine motor control. 
*To develop the child's concentration. 
*To develop the child's independence. 
*To prepare the child's skill for later project work.

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=== Variation  ===

May use paper to fold for craft work (origami fold). <br>

=== Handouts/Attachment  ===

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