Paper Pots - Level 21-22

Paper Pots follows the step-by-step journey of Mobrig and his mother as they create pots from paper, weaving a story that reveals the joy of creating something functional and beautiful. The narrative structure subtly builds suspense, as the purpose of the pots is only revealed at the end, encouraging students to read closely and predict outcomes. This engaging text promotes hands-on learning and connects literacy with art and sustainability. The process of making paper pots is not only enjoyable but also environmentally friendly, introducing themes of reuse and recycling. Students are encouraged to follow along and replicate the process, bringing a tactile, practical element into the classroom. With simple language and an unfolding process, this book is ideal for project-based learning.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports understanding of procedural sequencing in narratives.
• Encourages sustainability and environmental awareness.
• Develops fine motor skills and comprehension through hands-on learning.
• Builds prediction and inferential reasoning skills.

Classroom Ideas:

• Complete the paper pot activity in class and plant seeds in them.
• Discuss the benefits of reusing and recycling everyday materials.
• Write or draw the step-by-step pot-making process.
• Create a classroom display of student-made paper pots with labels.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 8+
• Book size: 200mm x 210mm
• Softcover, 24 pages
• Adult supervision recommended during paper cutting or glue use