Activity 7 : Art-Yoga Alchemy
Rangavalli – The floor designs of the South India, represent the tradition of the woman of the house drawing geometrical patterns using rice flour to feed the ants and critters in front of the house.
This activity can range from 30 minutes to 90 minutes. Based on the time, the participants can try 2 or 3 patterns, and can learn the Yoga posture that is used while drawing this.
It can be done both indoors and outdoors.
. Mathematical floor designs using rice flour.
. Fine motor skills by holding the rice flour between fingers and allowing it to drop to form . straight lines & patterns.
. Free hand drawing of the patterns on paper
Other Juicy Benefits: It is practical Math, enhances focus, creativity, Tradition of Indians feeding critters and ants in the morning.