Handmade Paper Production

  • Paper Supplies

    Class Length: 30 minutes
    Frequency: 1–2 days per week
    Directions: single to multistep directions, visual/written/verbal (based on student need)
    Environment: small space, quiet environment, some hallway interactions

  • Description

    Handmade Paper Production is a center-based class that uses die-cutting equipment and related tools/materials to create handmade paper products.

  • Skills

    • Work Readiness:
      good hygiene/appearance/dress code, willing to work, socially-emotionally ready to work.

    • Time management/organizational skills:
      on time, attend at least 30 min., attends when scheduled, gathers materials, completes assignment.

    • Communication:
      advocates for self, communicates with supervisor, knows when to ask for help, asks for help.

    • Interpersonal/teamwork:
      can work with a peer, will help boss and/or when asked.

    • Follow directions:
      follows simple multistep directions, takes direction from supervisor, occasionally takes direction from colleagues, follows routine/rules.

    • Problem solving:
      identifies and solves common problems, identifies uncommon problems, accepts constructive criticism, checks work when completed, requires minimal support to handle challenges appropriately.

    • Safety:
      self-control, follow safety rules/procedures, navigate school safely (transitions, hallways, sidewalks, etc), use materials safely.
  • Tasks

    • Following a basic routine.
    • Greeting a supervisor/peer.
    • Signing in/out.
    • Locating and understanding assignment.
    • Locating materials needed for assignment.
    • Sorting, packaging.
    • Labeling, operating die cutting equipment.
    • Laminating, cutting paper/lamination.
    • Creating cards/posters/banners/envelopes/etc.
    • Delivery of materials throughout building.
    • Sorting, packaging, recycling.
    • Quality control of material.