Cartoon Capers

Cartoon Capers

This visual arts resource looks at Onomatopoeic language used in Cartoons and Comic Strips. It explains how cartoonists use Onomatopoeia so that words not only describe the action but also sound like it too. This 33 poster pack gives visual illustrations of...
Maker Space Equipment Word Mat

Maker Space Equipment Word Mat

If you are designating a specific “Maker Space” area in the classroom for work on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Maths) activities, this word mat may be useful. It serves as a useful list of items that might be included in your Maker Space Area. It also...

Making Puppets

I came across the link to this video today on Twitter. It shows 1969 footage of Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets, showing how to make simple puppets using everyday materials like socks, a tennis ball, fabric and even an envelope. It gives great ideas for the teacher...

The History of Printing

The National Print Museum, (Músaem Náisiúnta Cló) based on Haddington Road in Dublin 4, collects, documents, preserves, exhibits, interprets and makes accessible the material evidence of printing craft and fosters associated skills of the craft in Ireland. It aims to...