Bringing Print to you:
Make an impression in your classroom with our programme of workshops.
Schools Workshop Programme
We offer a range of workshops for delivery in schools. Our workshops are designed for
students in Key Stage 2 to facilitate learning in the areas of design and technology, art,
history and literacy. Our workshops complement the National Curriculum and the suggested
schemes of work outlined by the QCA. All workshops contain hands-on activities that promote
cross-curricular learning opportunities for students.
The Workshops
90 minute workshops
Making Paper
Discover the history of paper through this hands-on activity. What did people write on
before the invention of paper? What material was the first book printed on? During this 90
minute session students will work in groups to analyse and identify different samples of
handmade paper and interpret their findings. Then they will each create their own handmade
paper using recyclable paper products and sourced material found from local
surroundings.
Suitable for Key Stage 1 and 2.
Making Ink
Get your hands dirty in this 90 minute workshop as you explore how the first inks were
made. Students will make and test a variety of inks using ingredients such as walnut
shells, spinach, hibiscus flowers, berries and dirt. Connections will be made to the
evolution of ink through discussion and comparisons in consistency, colour and intensity of
the samples. This workshop is a great addition to Making Paper as students are able to
decorate their handmade paper with these inks.
Suitable for Key Stage 1 and 2.
Letterpress Printing
Who invented Printing? How does a printing press work? Discover the answers through this
engaging workshop. Students will work in groups to investigate examples of printed
materials from the 1800s and compare the style of the layout to modern examples. Students
will use their new knowledge to create and experiment with rubbings of linocuts and relief
prints using Polystyrene.
Suitable for Key Stage 2.
Pop-up Type
Make your own small pop-up book in 90 minutes! Students will begin the workshop by
examining different pop-up books and analysing the paper engineering of specific pop-ups.
They will then create their own pop-up book with three different types of paper
engineering. This lesson is a great addition to suggested Design and Technology schemes
involving Pop-Up Books and paper engineering or as a special DT Art lesson.
Suitable for Key Stage 2.
Pricing for 90 Minute Workshops:
- £50 for one workshop
- £90 for two workshops
- £125 for three workshops
- £150 for four workshops
60 minute workshops
Marble Madness
Students will enjoy this exciting and active workshop as they make their own marbled
paper with shaving foam and paint. Using wool and paper students will create a small
journal and cover it with their handmade marbled paper.
Suitable for Key Stage 2.
Brilliant Bookmarks
This is a great way to use up some of the odds and ends in your supply cabinet. Using
relief printing, students will create personalised bookmarks. Made out of cardstock, the
bookmarks are then decorated and the relief print is added.
These workshops are ideal for an Arts Week, end of term project or just as a fun reward
for your class.
Suitable for Key Stage 2.
Design a Stamp
In 60 minutes students get to experience three different kinds of stamps! The lesson
starts by using vegetables and fruit to create a stamped collage and then students create
their own stamp. The collage and stamp are used to decorate the front and back of a small
book and rubber stamps are used to mark the inside pages.
This lesson also can be delivered as a 45 minute lesson for nursery classes. The session
explores colours, shapes and textures as the students use different materials as stamps
gets a bit messy as they touch and smell different inks.
Suitable for all ages.
Accordion Books
The accordion book was invented in Asia to make scrolls easier to handle as they
increased in length and size. Students will make their own accordion book and design book
covers using ink to straw paint. The straw painting is then decorated with tissue paper and
sequins.
Suitable for Key Stage 1 and 2.
Pricing for Marble Madness and Brilliant Bookmarks:
- £65 for two workshops
- £90 for three workshops
- £110 for four workshops
- £125 for five workshops
In order to keep the cost of workshops to a minimum we ask that schools book at least
two 60 minute lessons in one day. Up to five 60 minute lessons can be delivered in one
school day.
All workshops take place in your classroom and minimal set up is required. Our Education
Team (consisting of a facilitator and assistant) will arrive 30 minutes before the workshop
for set up. We will provide the necessary materials but ask that schools provide a few
materials such as pencils, scissors and rulers.
Once a workshop has been booked, an information pack containing an outline of the workshop
as well as suggested pre-workshop activities will be sent to you. These workshops work well
as stand alone lessons or as a link to current areas of study. Our Education team will
adapt workshops to suit the needs of your students.
For more information, to book a workshop, or arrange a tailor-made workshop, please e-Mail or call Kristina Nilles on 020 7427 4747.