AND FRIEZE


* Murals offer excellent possibilities for group work. A mural is a
painting done directly on a wall. In most schools, this is impossible
so other materials such as heavy wrapping paper, building paper,
beaver board, old shades or the back of oil cloth can be used. While
the children are working, these may be taped to the blackboard,
laid on a table or put on the floor. A wall in a hallway might also
be utilized.


* If the finished mural is to be in a permanent location, considera-
tion should be given to the shape required. This might be in a class-
room, a cafeteria, the library, or hallway.

* Before actual work begins, the teacher's direction and guidance
is needed in planning and organizing the subject matter. Children
should take an active part in this organization. Each should be given
an opportunity to contribute ideas to the plan. This sharing of ideas
and experiences is good training for working in a group.