Creative Crafts for Grade 7

What is recycling?

• Recycling is the process of burning waste materials.

• Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new products.

• Recycling is the method of storing waste in landfills.

• Recycling is the act of throwing away trash.

Name one benefit of using recycled materials.

• Increases waste production

• Conserves natural resources

• Reduces product quality

• Depletes fossil fuels

List two types of materials that can be recycled.

• wood

• metal

• glass

• paper, plastic

What can you create from plastic bottles?

• Furniture

• Planters, bird feeders, storage containers, art projects

• Toys

• Clothing

How can cardboard be used in crafts?

• Cardboard can be used to create boxes, models, decorations, and various craft projects.

• Cardboard cannot be used in any craft projects.

• Cardboard is only suitable for making furniture.

• Cardboard is primarily used for packaging food items.

What is a simple way to make a flower from paper?

• Use only one piece of paper

• Draw a flower and color it

• Cut circles from paper, fold for petals, glue center, attach stem.

• Plant the paper in soil to grow a flower

Describe how to make a picture frame from recycled materials.

• Use plastic bottles to create a hanging garden

• Make a picture frame from recycled materials by cutting and assembling cardboard or wood, decorating it, and securing a picture inside.

• Create a frame by painting directly on the wall

• Make a picture frame using only glue and no materials

What tools do you need for basic crafting?

• Hammer, nails, paint, brush

• Chisel, wood, sandpaper, varnish

• Scissors, glue, ruler, pencil.

• Sewing machine, fabric, thread, buttons

How can you decorate a recycled jar?

• Fill it with water and use as a vase

• Use it as a storage container without decoration

• Throw it away instead of recycling it

• Use paint, twine, lace, or decoupage to decorate a recycled jar.

What is the first step in making a simple craft project?

• Choose a color scheme.

• Gather materials and tools.

• Decide on the project theme.

• Start with a design sketch.