1.3 Ivy Wreaths
This is Activity 1.3 (“Ivy Wreaths”) from the Grow Your PALS Program Guide, part of The National FFA Mentoring Program’s Teamwork unit. In this 30-minute hands-on activity, a mentor and their PALS build an ivy wreath together using an ivy plant, wire, and pliers while using guided conversation prompts to build a relationship and get to know each other.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Identify the materials/equipment needed for making a wreath.
- Build an ivy wreath.
- Build a relationship with another person.
- Time required
- 30 minutes
- Materials
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- A large ivy plant in a pretty pot (perhaps one that you and your PALS grew from a cutting, English Ivy or Pothos would work well.)
- Sturdy wire
- Pliers
- Unit
- Teamwork
- Precepts
- B. Relationships — B4. Eliminate barriers in building relationships
- Number of Students
- One or more. Supplies are needed for each person.
Downloads & Links
Aligned Standards
National Standards
- CS.01.02.02.a.Engage in a conversation with others to identify their interests and aspirations.
- PS.0401.01.a.Define design and identify design elements.