On Monday, 22 September 2025, the Kindergarten A pupils of Al Siddiq International enjoyed a fun and meaningful Art & Creativity lesson — making family photo frames. The activity took place in the Art Room, guided by both the class teacher and the art teacher. The children appeared enthusiastic as they followed each step of the process.
The session began with the distribution of a sheet of paper featuring a picture of a house for each child. This paper served as the base for the photo frame they were going to create. The children were then asked to colour the picture of the house according to their own creativity. This colouring activity not only helped develop their fine motor skills but also provided a medium for them to express their imagination and emotions about the concept of “home.”
After colouring, the teacher guided the children in cutting and folding specific parts of the paper. These folds were designed to form a frame resembling a house, where the family photo would later be placed. The children were visibly excited as they watched their work begin to take shape like a real photo frame.
The final step was to attach their family photo inside the completed frame. The teacher had prepared each child’s photo in advance, collected earlier from their parents. With great pride, the children carefully placed their family photos into the frames they had decorated and assembled themselves. This moment became deeply personal and touching, as they could see their own family captured within a piece of art they had created.
The purpose of this activity was to foster a sense of love and closeness towards their immediate family. Through it, the children were encouraged to recognise and appreciate their family members while understanding that family is the first place where they learn, grow, and feel safe. Additionally, the activity helped strengthen hand-eye coordination, introduced shapes and colours, and enhanced their ability to follow step-by-step instructions.
Overall, the family photo frame-making activity was both enjoyable and educational. Beyond producing a creative artwork to take home, the children also learned to appreciate the important role their family plays in their everyday lives.
By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom