Arts and Crafts

Students sew drawstring bags using a simple backstitch in preparation for the mala they will string in a future class. This lesson was created by Noa Jones at the Middle Way School for third grade students preparing for Rites of Passage. 

This lesson plan includes everything you need to help children make an origami representation of the Buddha sitting on a lotus. Students will learn about and reflect on their significance and set intentions to make them as offerings.

From the Rubin Museum: An art project aimed at generating self-reflection and mindfulness

From the Rubin Museum: An art project aimed at measuring your own existence and reflecting on how you define yourself

From the Rubin Museum: An engaging art project in mandala making with the aim of exploring our emotions

From the Rubin Museum: An art project making rangoli to celebrate the festival of Holi

From the Rubin Museum: An art project to make your own diyas for the Diwali festival of lights

From the Rubin Museum: An art project to explore letting go of fear and attachment

From the Rubin Museum: A DIY art project to make your own Sankranti Kite

From the Rubin Museum: A DIY project to make your own Rangoli

From the Rubin Museum: An art project aimed at exploring hybrid creatures and deities.

With this activity, children will learn that dragons are represented differently in world cultures. They will create a golden dragon twirler that represents their own compassionate wishes.