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Which subject	Art
What topic	Paper mache
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 10
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Paper Mache

Topic

Paper Mache

Objectives

Understand the basic techniques and materials used in paper mache.
Create a simple paper mache object using the skills learned.
Foster creativity and artistic expression through hands-on activity.

Materials

Newspaper (torn into strips)
Flour
Water
A large bowl for mixing
Wire forms or balloons (as the base structure)
Paints and brushes (for decoration)
Plastic table covers or old newspapers (for protecting work surfaces)
Bowls or containers for glue
Aprons or old shirts for student protection

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 10

Subject

Art

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds to the national art education standards, emphasizing creative expression, understanding of materials and processes, and the application of techniques.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Paper Mache	5 minutes	Briefly explain what paper mache is and its historical uses. Demonstrate the materials and tools.
2	Preparation of Mixture	10 minutes	Guide students in mixing flour and water to create a glue-like paste. Discuss different consistency options.
3	Creating the Base	5 minutes	Instruct students to choose their base structure (wire form or balloon) and prepare it for paper application.
4	Applying Paper Strips	8 minutes	Demonstrate how to apply paper strips using the paste. Students start layering paper on their structures, emphasizing overlap and smoothing.
5	Cleanup and Review	2 minutes	Ask students to clean up their areas. Review key concepts learned during the lesson. Discuss next steps for drying and decorating the objects in the next class.

Homework

Students are to journal their experiences with paper mache, reflecting on the techniques they enjoyed and any challenges they faced. Journals will be collected and assessed without presentations.

Assessment

Informal assessment during the lesson through observation of students' engagement and technique application.
Homework journals will be checked for understanding and personal reflection.

Follow-up

In the next class, students will learn about painting and decorating their dried paper mache creations.