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Delve into the fascinating world of ceramics and pottery with our GPS scavenger hunts. Discover craft traditions, visit potters' studios and learn about the art of shaping clay into beautiful objects.

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Groninger Museum Route

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
Ontdek kunst en architectuur in Groningen. Wandel langs het kleurrijke Groninger Museum, street art en bijzondere gebou…
Kunst 15-16 year
45 min 2,0 km 10 2
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Utrecht Street Art Fietsroute

Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
Ontdek de mooiste street art en muurschilderingen van Utrecht per fiets. Van kleurrijke murals tot verborgen kunstwerke…
Kunst 13-14 year
50 min 6,0 km 10 2
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Kunst en cultuur in het Hofkwartier

Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Wandel door het kunstzinnige Hofkwartier en ontdek de rijke kunstgeschiedenis van Den Haag. Van Vermeer tot Mondriaan -…
Kunst 15-16 year
50 min 1,8 km 10 1
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Architectuur en kunst op Kop van Zuid

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Bewonder de spectaculaire skyline van Kop van Zuid, waar wereldberoemde architecten hun stempel hebben gedrukt. Van de …
Kunst 13-14 year
50 min 2,8 km 10

Featured this week: example questions for Ceramics & Pottery

New example questions from the library every Monday. Updated on 12 October 2026.

What's at the bottom of a flower pot?
A hole A lid A handle A bow
What do people often make out of clay for flowers?
A jar A ball A book A cushion
Where is a pot baked?
In an oven In water In the garden In the air
What do you use to smooth clay?
Your hands Your feet Your nose Your ears
Where does clay grow best?
By water On mountains In trees In houses
What are in a cup?
A handle Wheels Wings Legs
Which animal has a long slur that is funny to make out of clay?
An elephant A mouse A cat A dog
What is the name of someone who works with clay?
A potter A baker A doctor A driver
Create a ceramics & pottery treasure hunt for Ages 3-4
What happens to the colour of clay in the kiln?
It may change It always turns green It becomes transparent It starts to glitter
What motion do you make to make clay round?
Roll with your hands Cutting with scissors Tapping with a hammer Blow with your mouth
What happens when you drop fired ceramics?
It can break It gets softer It changes colour It is going to grow
What kind of paint do you use on pottery?
Special ceramic paint Watercolour Wax paint Wall paint
Which colour is typical of Delftware?
Blue and white Red and yellow Green and purple Black and orange
What is an advantage of ceramic over plastic?
It retains heat better It is always pink It can fly It makes music
What property do fired ceramics have?
It is water-resistant It can fly It grows every day It makes noise
What can you make from clay besides pots?
Figurines and tiles Bread and cake Clothes and shoes Books and magazines
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What is a ceramic mug?
A fired clay drinking cup A cup made of glass A cup made of plastic A paper cup
What temperature is needed to bake clay?
Very hot, more than 1,000 degrees Cold, below 0 degrees Lukewarm, like a bath As warm as your body
What happens to ceramics when they fall?
It can break It gets softer It grows It changes colour
What colour does clay usually turn after firing?
Reddish brown or beige Bright pink Neon green Purple
What is clay before it is fired?
Soft earth you can knead Hard stone Metal Glass
What is a ceramic bowl?
A large bowl for fruit or salad A kind of knife One type of spoon A kind of fork
What is glaze on a jar?
A glossy coating that protects the pot A kind of glue A metal edge A wooden lid
What happens to clay when you add water?
It becomes softer and stickier It gets tougher It disappears It turns yellow
Create a ceramics & pottery treasure hunt for Ages 7-8
Which ancient civilisation was famous for their terracotta army?
China Egypt Rome Mayas
What is the name of the technique where you pour clay into a mould?
Casting or slipcasting Turn Kneading Press
What is a characteristic of hand-turned ceramics?
You can see the fingerprints and irregularities It is always perfectly symmetrical It is always white It cannot be painted
What do you use a sponge for when making ceramics?
To smooth the surface and remove excess water To mix the clay To apply glaze To clean the oven
What colour does iron usually get in ceramic glaze?
Brown or black Blue Yellow Purple
What tools do you use to shape clay on a turntable?
Your hands and simple forming tools A hammer and chisel A saw and file A brush and paint
What do you call the first time ceramics are fired (without glaze)?
Biscuit tray Glaze tray Front bin Main body
What is the name of the technique where you use sausages of clay to build a pot?
Construction technique or coiling Turn Casting Paste
Create a ceramics & pottery treasure hunt for Ages 11-12
What is a saggar in ceramics?
A protective box in which ceramics are fired A type of turntable A decorative technique A type of clay from England
What is terracotta literally translated?
Baked earth Red clay Hard stone Italian pot
What is the advantage of porcelain over pottery?
It is stronger, thinner and non-porous It is cheaper to produce It always has decorations It breaks less easily
What colour do you get by adding copper oxide to glaze?
Green in oxidising atmosphere, red in reducing Always blue Always yellow Always black
Why is paper sometimes placed between ceramic pieces during firing?
To prevent them from sticking together To get a nicer glaze To keep the temperature the same To create decorative effects
Which city in the Netherlands is known worldwide for its blue ceramics?
Delft Gouda Haarlem Utrecht
What colour does copper oxide take on in an oxidising atmosphere?
Green Blue Red Purple
What is the purpose of 'sponging' while turning?
Smoothing and wetting the surface Creating texture Removing excess clay Measuring wall thickness
Create a ceramics & pottery treasure hunt for Ages 13-14

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