Diatom colouring book
Print out the diatom colouring book and learn about micro-algae
Diatom colouring book by Lesley Clements
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}Target year group: ages 7+ including adults
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cTime: flexible
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Download the colouring book
Learning objectives
Colouring helps with fine motor skills, concentration, colour recognition, hand to eye co-ordination and creativity. With adults, it can also ease a restless mind.
Resources needed
- printer
- paper
- colouring pencils/pens.
How might this activity support social, emotional and mental health needs?
Colouring in can give a sense of pride and achievement and can calm a restful mind and can be a therapeutic activity.
This activity was created by Lesley Clements, MA Illustration, University of Plymouth.
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