Origami: When the Paper Folds, the Mind Unfolds
Date/Time
Date(s) - May 15, 2019
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre
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Description:
According to research, the manipulation of paper in Origami (the art of paper folding) is an activity that engages the whole brain. When both hands are engaged, motor impulses activate the language portion of the brain, also stimulating the prefrontal cortex which regulates memory and other cognitive functions like self-regulation. Origami is an excellent way for children to discover the principles of math, geometry, sequencing, spatial relationships, sequential memory and reading. Best of all, it only requires one small sheet of paper!
Objectives:
• Learn simple origami that 5-year-olds to school-age children may be able to make by themselves.
• Practice making origami animals that can be used in storytelling.
Categories
Target Audience
Suitable for students, parents, adult instructors/administrators, novice and intermediate early care and learning professionals working with 5-year-olds to school age children.
Online
No
Professional Development Certificate
Yes
Professional Development Certificate Credit Hours
2
Registration Fee
ECE $35 | FCC $20 (with promo code)
Registration Space
Filling Up!
Registration Contact Email
rng@wstcoast.org
Registration Contact Phone Number
604-709-5661 ext. 221
Registration Link
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eg5chfki6da71c64&llr=rs5phugab
Prerequisite(s)
It is important to be aware of Westcoast’s Policies. By registering for our workshops and courses, participants declare they have read, understood and agree with Westcoast refund, cancellation and workshop policies.
Required Materials
All materials included.
Presenter(s)
Aiko Matsushiba
Presenter Information
Aiko has been a Registered LNR Family Child Care Provider since 2008 and has been enjoying origami since she was a child. She has been using her creativity and artistic skills teaching origami to people of all ages at South Vancouver Family Place, Strong Start and at Vancouver CCRR Network Meetings.
Event Sponsors
Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre