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Which subject	Art
What topic	Japanese coil pots
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 9
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Japanese Coil Pots

Subject

Art

Topic

Japanese Coil Pots

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 9

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

National Curriculum Correspondence

This lesson aligns with the national curriculum objectives for art, focusing on cultural appreciation, basic pottery techniques, and enhancing creativity.

Objectives

• Explore the history and significance of Japanese coil pots in art.
• Learn and apply techniques for hand-building pottery using the coil method.
• Encourage creativity in design and expression through personal coil pot creations.
• Develop fine motor skills and spatial awareness through sculptural techniques.

Materials

• Air-dry clay
• Rolling pins
• Clay tools (wire cutter, smoothing tool)
• Water (for smoothing and joining pieces)
• Sponges
• Paper towels
• Reference images of Japanese coil pots
• Aprons (optional, for keeping clothes clean)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 min	Briefly introduce the topic of Japanese coil pots, showing reference images and discussing their significance and cultural context.
2	Demonstration	10 min	Demonstrate the coil pot technique step by step: preparing clay, rolling coils, stacking, and smoothing. Emphasize the importance of joining coils properly.
3	Guided Practice	10 min	Students begin working on their own coil pots, using the technique demonstrated. Offer assistance and guidance as students create their pieces.
4	Independent Work	4 min	Allow students to continue to build their pots, encouraging creative expression while they work independently.
5	Clean-up and Reflection	1 min	Instruct students to clean their areas. Use this time for a brief reflection on the techniques learned and their experiences in creating their pots.

Homework

Students will complete their coil pots at home, ensuring that they allow the clay to dry properly. They will submit a brief written reflection on the process, including what they liked or found challenging, without presenting it in front of the class.

Assessment

The teacher will collect the written reflections for feedback and assess the completed coil pots based on creativity, technique, and effort while providing constructive feedback individually.

Lesson script