Lesson Planning
Islamic Writings
Topics Year 4/5
This unit is part of
Early Islamic Civilisation - NEW LOOK Art, Culture, Learning - NEW LOOK
Objectives
History
- To learn about the importance of paper and writing in Early Islamic Civilisation.
Enquiry question
What can we learn about the process of making paper and ink?
Outcomes
Children will:
- Make their own paper and experiment with calligraphy using homemade inks.
Provided Resources
You Will Also Need
Paper: used paper (shredded is good)
Large plastic tubs
A food processor (old is best)
J-cloths
Fine mesh screens
Tea-towels
Ink: e.g. nettles, berries, beetroot, coffee, tea, water, vinegar, salt, pestle and mortar.
Weblinks
Paper making video clip
Ink making video clip
Inks and pen making information
Inks and pen making information