Sand Dollar Activity

Recommended for K-12 Students

When: Anytime.

Objective: Doves symbolize freedom and hope.

What: Gather a group of students and give each student a
sand dollar. When each student has their sand dollar,
crack the sand dollar in 3-4 pieces. When you break
open the sand dollar, five tiny “doves” will fall out.
This can be used as an activity to create hope,
inspiration and levity.

How: Order sand dollars ahead of the activity. They can be ordered in bulk on websites like Amazon or Oriental Trading.

Sand Dollar Activity

Recommended for K-12 & College students
Objective: Doves symbolize freedom and hope. Gather a group of students and give each student a sand dollar. When each student has their sand dollar, crack the sand dollar in 3-4 pieces. When you break open the sand dollar, five tiny “doves” will fall out. This can be used as an activity to create hope, inspiration, and levity.
When: Can be run anytime throughout the year
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