1. See Ms. Gupta demonstrate the techniques of block printing as she gives instructions How does first printing the image on paper help ensure student success with the final product?

Ms. Gupta has the classroom practice printing their stamp on paper first for many reasons. When students attempt to create the Indian Block Painting their results surprise them, having prints that come out blurry or show only a piece of the image. The reason it may do this is because of incorrect pressure applied, not enough paint, or the design is not carved out all of the way. Practicing on paper first helps correct their technique. Once the students understand what they need to add to their process then the stamp will be ready for the final product.

Printmaking is a great activity, really fun for the kids to see image transfer! Unfortunately, Polystyrene is not environmentally sound. PCBs in the food chain can cause cancer. There are rubber plates or please make sure the polystyrene is recycled properly!! Good way to teach about protecting our planet.

Hi Jennifer - Here is the link to the video on the TTV page. I am not sure what their restrictions are, but maybe you will be able to see this one. http://www.tes.co.uk/teaching-resource/KS1-Art-Indian-Block-Printing-6084555/

Julia, I am teaching outside the U.S., so that would be the problem! I am disappointed, as I would like to try this in my classroom :( Thanks for the help! Jennifer

lovely project,the printing on a bag idea is great,then they can take their art work home in it.