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Welcome to The Buzz!

Here you will find videos with activities that you can do at home.

There are over 100 different activities here with things like art, exercise, cooking and learning.

The videos have been made by really good community enterprises that have worked with Community Catalysts. They are all experienced in running inclusive and accessible, fun sessions!

We also have a Facebook Group where we posted the videos throughout 2020. If you have a Facebook Profile you can join the group: www.facebook.com/groups/hellothebuzz

Useful links

• Here’s a 2-minute video all about The Buzz: watch it here
• Here’s a link to an easy read invitation to join The Buzz
• This is an easy read document from Disability Wales about using social media safely. It has information about using Facebook.
• Blog: A little colour in Covid times – 6 weeks of The Buzz
• Blog: The Buzz – 6 months on and over 100 activities!

Reminder…opportunity open NOW until 12^th February!

Art Works are hosting an international art exhibition! They will be showing art made by artists with a learning disability from all over the world. You can send them your art work in any style and it might be part of the show!

You can see all the details on the website here: https://www.artworkstogether.co.uk/

Videos

Please take care when doing any of the activities and get help with any of the steps if you need it. Here’s a helpful video from Funky Fitness & Fun which covers some good health and safety tips.

Cooking

• Rice Krispy cakes with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make the cakes, you will need:

• • 100g milk chocolate
  • 50g dark chocolate
  • 100g butter
  • 4 tbsp golden syrup
  • To decorate: smarties, chocolate buttons or mini eggs
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here. 🎼 Music from bensound.com
• Baking biscuits with Space Inclusive. Space Inclusive were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire. To make the biscuits, you will need:
  • 100g butter
  • 200g sugar
  • 300g self-raising flour
  • Any extra flavours that you choose
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Baking fairy cakes with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham.  You will need:
  • 100g room temperature butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 100g caster sugar
  • 100g self-raising flour
  • 2 tsp vanilla or lemon extract
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cooking soup with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • Red peppers
  • Tomatoes
  • 2 x garlic cloves
  • Onion
  • 2 x tinned tomatoes
  • Stock cubes
  • Oil
  • Salt & pepper
  • Herbs & spices
  • You can watch with video on YouTube here.
• Cooking Spaghetti Bolognese with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need:
  • Tomato puree
  • Tinned tomatoes
  • Spaghetti
  • Mince (meat or veggie)
  • Onion
  • Mushrooms
  • Cheese
  • Salt, pepper & herbs
  • Oil
  • Please take care when cooking and get help with any of the steps if you need it. Here’s a helpful video from Funky Fitness & Fun which covers some good health and safety tips.
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cooking peanut butter biscuits with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make them you will need: You can watch the video on YouTube here.
  • 240g peanut butter
  • 100g caster sugar
  • 1 egg
• Baking a carrot cake with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • Self-raising flour
  • Sugar (Emma uses coconut sugar for hers)
  • Nutmeg/cinnamon/bicarbonate of soda
  • Sunflower oil
  • 3 x eggs
  • 1 x orange
  • Carrots – for the cake + extra to colour the icing
  • Icing sugar
  • Butter
  • Vanilla
  • Nuts
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cooking apple pies with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • 100g flour
  • 50g butter
  • 1 egg
  • Splash milk
  • Tinned or fresh apples
  • Pie cases
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cooking blackcurrant crumble with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • 120g flour
  • 60g + 30g sugar
  • 60g + 30g butter
  • 2 x apples
  • 200g blackcurrants or other fruit
  • Cinnamon
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making banana split with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make yours you will need:
  • A banana
  • Ice-cream in your favourite flavour
  • Toppings you like such as fruit, nuts, chocolate and sprinkles
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making a healthy chickpea salad with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You can make your salad with the things you like. Here’s some good options:
  • Goats cheese
  • Dates
  • Chickpeas
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumber
  • Roasted peppers
  • Parsley
  • Mint
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cooking ‘melt in your mouth’ biscuits with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. (These are not very healthy but a nice treat!) You will need:
  • 225g butter
  • 225g caster sugar
  • 1/2 tin condensed milk
  • 350g s-raising flour
  • Cocoa or chocolate chips
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making a delicious vegan chocolate cake! With Art Works who were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make it, you will need:
  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Cocoa powder
  • Baking powder
  • Non-dairy milk
  • Oil
  • Vegan chocolate
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making a simple fruit parfait dessert with Art Works who were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. This is easy to make and doesn’t need to be cooked. You will need:
  • 3 types of fruit
  • A yoghurt
  • Some biscuits
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making vegan ice cream with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make yours, you will need:
  • Frozen fruit – like berries and banana
  • Non-dairy milk
  • Toppings – like nuts or chocolate chips
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cooking banana pancakes with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make them, you will need:
  • One banana
  • Six tablespoons of ground oats
  • One tablespoon of oil
  • One tablespoon of milk or non-dairy milk
  • A tiny pinch of salt
  • Half a teaspoon of baking powder
  • One teaspoon of sugar (optional)
  • A dash of cinnamon (optional)
  • A few drops of vanilla extract (optional)
  • + any toppings you like
  • Watch the video on YouTube here

Sport and Fitness

• Football skills with Social Eyes. Social Eyes were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need a ball and some markers. You can watch the video here.
• Boxercise style fitness with Envolve Wellness. Envolve Wellness were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video here
• Chair exercises with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need two tins – it doesn’t matter what is inside! You can watch the video here.
• Boxercise fitness with Envolve Wellness. Envolve Wellness were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Exercise with Space Inclusive. Space Inclusive were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Cardio exercise with Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Fast paced interval training exercise with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. There are two options for all the moves depending on how hard you want it to be. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Relaxed stretching exercise on a chair with Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A gentle exercise routine to a classic Frank Sinatra song! With Imagination Arts who were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Exercising with Candice from Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need two items, such as tin cans. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Exercise session with Impact4Life who were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A seated exercise session with Impact4Life who were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Seated exercise with Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. All you will need is a chair. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Zumba fitness session with Karen from Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A 15-minute fitness workout with Candice from Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• An exercise session with Shamala from Impact4Life who were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Gentle stretches sitting in a chair with Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. Join in with Skye on the YouTube video here.
• Exercising with Shamala from Impact4Life who were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.

Dance

• Dance in Bollywood and Jive styles with Dance4U. Dance4U were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Birmingham. You can watch the video here
• Disco style dance with Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here
• A dance from Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You can use two scarves if you like. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Hip hop dance with Green Shoes Arts. Green Shoes Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Barking & Dagenham. You can watch the video here.
• A cheerleading dance with Dance4U. Dance4U were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Birmingham. ** Warning – this video has intermittent loud music. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A rock and roll dance routine with Dance4U. Dance4U were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Birmingham. You can dance sitting down or standing up. This is a fun dance to follow along with, don’t worry about getting all the moves right! You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A dance with a scarf from Pulp Friction CIC. Pulp Friction were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Nottinghamshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Creative dance with Green Shoes Arts. Green Shoes Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Barking & Dagenham. You will need:
  • A scarf or t-towel
  • Feathers (or pieces of paper)
  • A towel
  • Socks rolled up!
  • You can watch the video here.
• A gentle dance routine inspired by The Greatest Showman from Imagination Arts. Imagination Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You could use a ribbon or scarf to dance with. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Dancing with Dance Syndrome. Dance Syndrome were supported by Community Catalysts in Lancashire. Becky and Helen create a dance routine inspired by birds, trees, butterflies and flowers! You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A dance to the music from Rocky Horror Show with Dance4U. Dance4U were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Birmingham. Emily is currently offering a free personal online dance class with her! You can find the link to book on the YouTube video. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Dancing inspired by James Bond! With David and David from Dance Syndrome. Dance Syndrome were supported by Community Catalysts in Lancashire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A dance inspired by the rain. With Jen and Donna from Dance Syndrome who were supported by Community Catalysts in Lancashire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A rockin’ festive dance with Imagination Dance CIC who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. You can join in with Hannah on YouTube here.
• A fun and creative dance on the theme of Christmas with Dance Syndrome. Dance Syndrome were supported by Community Catalysts in Lancashire. You can join in with Dave and Dave and watch the video on YouTube here.
• A festive dance from Jen and Donna at Dance Syndrome. Dance Syndrome were supported by Community Catalysts in Lancashire. You can dance along with them on YouTube here

Music

• A song from the choir at Pulp Friction CIC. Pulp Friction were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Nottinghamshire. You can watch the video here
• A song on the ukulele with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You can watch the video on YouTube here
• Learn how to write a song with Green Shoes Arts. Green Shoes Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Barking & Dagenham. You can join in with your own musical instrument if you have one! You can watch the video here.
• A medley of songs to sing with Leaf Creative Arts CIC. Leaf Creative Arts worked with Community Catalysts in Birmingham. The Leaf team surprised Eileen and put a smile on her face singing her favourite Doris Day songs! You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A fun song to sing along with from Notes of Joy. Notes of Joy were supported by Community Catalysts in Rotherham. You can watch the video here.
• Learn how to beatbox! With Edwin from Pulp Friction CIC who were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Nottinghamshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Sing along with Kelly from Bring Me Sunshine CIC as she sings a Christmas song. Bring Me Sunshine were supported by Community Catalysts in Rochdale. Watch the video on Facebook here
• A lovely Christmas song from the members of the Pulp Friction choir. Pulp Friction were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Nottinghamshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here.

Writing

• Writing with Leaf Creative Arts CIC. Leaf Creative Arts worked with Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • Paper and a pen
  • Or a phone or computer that you could type with
  • Or something to record you speaking
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here
• How to make a journal with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To make yours, you will need:
  • A notebook
  • Pens
  • You can watch the YouTube video here.
• A creative dance class with Jen and Donna from Dance Syndrome. Dance Syndrome were supported by Community Catalysts in Lancashire. The theme for this dance is flowers! You can watch the video on YouTube here
• Lovely poem from Pulp Friction CIC. Pulp Friction were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Nottinghamshire. The poem was inspired by the group members and is called ‘Be Proud’. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making a memory jar with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need:
  • An empty jar
  • Cardboard
  • Paper
  • Pen
  • Scissors
  • Rules
  • Hole punch
  • String
  • Glue
  • A tea bag
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.

Art

• Make a collage with Art Spa. Art Spa were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You will need:
  • Coloured paper
  • Old wrapping paper, newspaper or magazines
  • Scissors
  • Pen or pencil
  • You can watch the video here
• Drawing with Leaf Creative Arts. Leaf Creative Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Pens
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Make a friendship jar with Pulp Friction CIC. Pulp Friction were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire. You will need:
  • A jar with a lid
  • Glitter
  • Any small coloured object
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Paint in the style of Picasso with Art Spa. Art Spa were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Paints
  • Brushes
  • Pencil
  • You can watch Part 1 here.
  • You can watch Part 2 here.
• Making coloured patterns from leaves with Pulp Friction CIC. Pulp Friction were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Leaves
  • Coloured pencils or crayons
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making clay models in the style of Barbara Hepworth with Leaf Creative Arts CIC. Leaf Creative Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need air-drying clay. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Intuitive painting with Green Shoes Arts. Green Shoes Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Barking & Dagenham. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Art materials such as: paints, chalks, ink or you can improvise with nail polish and spices!
  • Art utensils such as: brushes, sponges or plastic forks and hands!An object that interests you
  • You can watch the video here.
• Making flower headdresses with  Leaf Creative Arts CIC. Leaf Creative Arts worked with Community Catalysts in Birmingham.You will need:
  • Wire – thick and thin
  • Floristry tape or masking tape
  • Scissors
  • Flowers
  • Greenery
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making an art journal with Art Spa. Art Spa were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. To make your own journal you will need:
  • A notebook
  • Art materials like pencils or paints
  • You can watch the video here.
• Make a woodland art piece with Pulp Friction CIC. Pulp Friction were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Nottinghamshire. You will first need to go for a walk and collect items like:
  • Leaves
  • Twigs
  • Bark
  • Feathers
  • And you will need a big piece of paper
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making paper wind turners with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Scissors
  • Colouring pencils or crayons
  • Stapler
  • Cellotape
  • String
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Drawing nature with Leaf Creative Arts. Leaf Creative Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Pencil & rubber
  • Pen
  • An image of nature
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making paper beads with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • A scoobie or thread
  • Paper or old magazines
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • A small stick
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Adding to your art journal with Art Spa. Art Spa were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. Check out the previous video from Art Spa where Mia shows how to start your art journal. For this activity you will need:
  • A notebook
  • Art materials
  • You can watch the video here.
• An image of a pet or animal you likeHow to draw your pet or favourite animal with Leaf Creative Arts CIC. Leaf Creative Arts worked with Community Catalysts in Birmingham.You will need:
  • Paper
  • Pencil
  • Pens
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Crafting with Funky Fitness and Fun CIC. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. Danielle shows us how to make mouse finger puppets! You will need:
  • Colouring pencils
  • Paper
  • Tape
  • Ruler
  • Pencil
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Something Circular e.g. plate or a tin
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making jumping origami frogs with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need paper that is any colour, cut into a square. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making a stained-glass window style picture of your pet or favourite animal with Leaf Creative Arts. Leaf Creative Arts were supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • A picture of a pet / animal
  • Card
  • Coloured or patterned paper (you could use newspapers or magazines)
  • Scissors
  • Pencil
  • Glue
  • Black pen
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A truly amazing virtual gallery from Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. All the art works on display have been made by members over the lockdown period! You can see the gallery on the website here.
• Making origami paper cranes with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need paper and a ruler to make yours. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making cool beaded lizard keyrings with Creative Active Lives who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can buy a kit with all the things you need on their website here. You will need:
  • Beads
  • Chord
  • A key ring
  • You can buy an activity pack from Creative Active Lives with everything you need here.
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Playing with clay with Creative Active Lives who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can make a heart, a pot or even a monster! You will need:
  • Clay
  • Rolling pin
  • Tools or a knife
  • You can buy the clay and tools from Creative Active Lives here.
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Decorating a clay diya candle light to celebrate Diwali. This vide is from Leaf Creative Arts CIC who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • A clay diya (you can buy this online)
  • PVA glue
  • Paints (watercolour, acrylic)
  • A candle
  • Optional – paint pens, glitter, shiny nail varnish
  • Watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making beautiful origami stars with Creative Active Lives who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. To make yours you will need 9 sheets of square paper…colourful paper looks particularly good!
  • You can follow along with the video on YouTube here.
  • You can see step by step instructions on the website here.
• Making pom-pom garlands with Leaf Creative Arts CIC! Leaf Creative Arts have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. To make your festive decoration, you will need:
  • Wool
  • Cardboard
  • Round things to draw around e.g. a glass and a coin
  • Pencil
  • Scissors
  • Optional extras – any small festive decorations to hang up
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making a pop-up card with Creative Active Lives who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • 2 sheets of card or paper
  • Coloured pens or crayons
  • Glue
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Making Christmas decorations from old jewellery with Art Spa. Art Spa were supported by Community Catalysts in Central Bedfordshire. To make yours, you will need:
  •  Scissors
  •  Ribbon
  •  Bangles
  •  Beads
  • Unwanted jewellery
  • You could look for these in a charity shop if you don’t have them at home.
  • Watch the video on Facebook here.
• Making a cool kaleidocycle with Leaf Creative Arts CIC who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • A printed flextangle template – you can download for free like this one https://bit.ly/3rf725L
  • Coloured pens or pencils
  • Glue
  • Scissors
  • Sellotape
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.

Games

• A game with Space Inclusive. Space Inclusive were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire. You can watch the video on YouTube here
• A ping pong game with Social Eyes. Social Eyes were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You can watch the video here.
• Learn how to juggle with Funky Fitness and Fun. Funky Fitness and Fun were supported by Community Catalysts in Oldham. You will need:
  • 3 juggle balls… or 3 socks!
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A fun challenge with Social Eyes. Social Eyes were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need various items that can stack! You can watch the video here.
• A fun drawing game with Social Eyes. Social Eyes were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You will need paper, a pen and a blindfold. You can watch the video here.
• See how you can design your own t-shirt and have it made! This comes from Dexx – Life Skills Rotherham who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Rotherham. Watch the video on Facebook here. You can order your t-shirt by emailing Dexx on info@lifeskillsrotherham.org and they will give you more information.
• A fun Christmas game with Social Eyes. Social Eyes were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. To play the game, you will need:
  • A cardboard box
  • Ball
  • Paper or markers to make a ladder
  • You can watch the video on Facebook here.

Relaxation

• Relaxing Qi Gong exercise with Satpal Yoga Fit. Satpal was supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Yoga to relax your neck and shoulders with Yoga Antics. Yoga Antics were supported by Community Catalysts in Hertfordshire. You might like to use:
  • a strap or scarf
  • a blanket to sit on
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Relaxing meditation with Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• Positive relaxation with Rupert from Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A relaxing Tai Chi video from Satpal Yoga Fit. Satpal was supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You can follow along with the moves or enjoy watching. You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• A relaxing art exercise called Zentangling. This is from Creative Active Lives who have been supported by Community Catalysts in Birmingham. You will need:
  • Paper
  • Pens
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
  • You can download free templates on the website here.

Learning

• Learning to sign with Space Inclusive. Space Inclusive were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire.
  • This video is about signing the weather.
  • This video is about signing different activities.
• Learning to sign with Space Inclusive. Space Inclusive were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire.
  • This video is about how to sign our emotions.
  • This video shows us how to sign the 5 senses.
• Learning sign language with Space Inclusive. Space Inclusive were supported by Community Catalysts in Nottinghamshire.
  • This video is how to sign pets.
  • This video is how to sign different colours.
• A story read by Sharon at Story Vibes, hosted by Leaf Creative Arts CIC who have worked with Community Catalysts in Birmingham. This 10-minute story comes from the First Peoples of Canada. It’s all about how butterflies came to be! You can watch and listen to the story on YouTube here.
• Making a frog pond with Leaf Creative Arts CIC. Leaf Creative Arts worked with Community Catalysts in Birmingham. To make one, you will need:
  • An old sink or large pot
  • Gravel or stones
  • Basket planter (one with holes in)
  • Plants
  • A spade
  • A trowel
  • Pebbles
  • Rain water which you can collect in a bucket or carton
  • You can watch the video on YouTube here.
• An introduction to British Sign Language from Art Works. Art Works were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You can follow along on YouTube here.

A short Christmas video from Art Works who were supported by the Community Catalysts project in Rotherham. You can watch it on YouTube here.