Children aged 8 to 12 years. The activity is suitable for primary school-aged children who are developmentally ready to explore physical expression, imagination, and interpersonal connection through gentle movement and touch. It works especially well in settings that support emotional and social learning, such as schools, workshops, or youth group programs.

• To awaken spontaneity and bodily creativity among participants.

• To generate a relaxed atmosphere within the group, inviting playful interaction.

• To use the activity as a metaphor for working through conflict as an opportunity for learning and personal growth.

• Environmental & social connection: The activity encourages awareness and connection with others through physical touch and movement.

• Here and now: Participants are focused on the immediate experience of shaping and being shaped, promoting presence and mindfulness.

• Creativity and experimentation: The sculpting process allows for creative expression and exploration of physical form and space.

• Relaxing background music at a soft volume.

Approximately 20 minutes.

1. Preparation: Divide the group into pairs and decide who will be person A and who will be person B. They are told they will work in turns, with A closing their eyes and B becoming A's sculptor, following the facilitator's steps.

2. Step 1: Person A closes their eyes and allows themselves to be molded by their partner. B begins to act as if they are applying clay to A's body, using a concave hand shape and pressing it against their partner's body. (2-3 min)

3. Step 2: After two or three minutes of molding with the hollow hand, participants are asked to define their partner's figure with their fingertips, pressing as if to define the clay surrounding the figure. (2-3 min)

4. Step 3: The participant polishes the clay with an open hand, making circular movements to make the figure as shiny as possible, continuing over the entire body. (2-3 min)

5. Step 4: Act as if giving a water bath from above, removing clay shavings, to make it as clean as possible. (2-3 min)

6. Step 5: B imagines becoming a warm towel to dry, pressing their partner as if they could dry them with their body. (2-3 min)

7. Step 6: The sculptor (B) stands in front of A and waits for the facilitator's signal. Then, when A opens their eyes, B greets them with a smile and a hug if desired.

8. Step 7: Once finished, they switch roles and begin again.

The activity can be adapted by allowing children who are uncomfortable with touch to perform the sculpting movements near the body without physical contact. To increase engagement, introduce playful themes like “statue of joy” or “superhero pose.” In larger groups, small teams can sculpt one person together, encouraging collaboration. Music with different moods can guide the tempo and quality of movements. For a more dynamic version, let the "sculpture" mirror the sculptor’s movements at the end, or take the activity outdoors and use nature-inspired imagery to enrich the experience.

How did you feel about the contact? What did you enjoy the most? Was there anything you didn't like? If so, what was it?

How do you feel before and after working with the sculpture?

What was the experience like for the sculptor? Which role was more comfortable for you?

• Enhanced sense of group cohesion and mutual trust.

• Increased comfort with physical expression and touch.

• Deeper understanding of non-verbal communication and its impact on relationships.

This activity is not just about physical touch but also about trust, vulnerability, and the power of non-verbal communication. It serves as a gentle introduction to deeper work on interpersonal dynamics and personal growth within a group setting.