aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Art
What age group	Year or Grade 6
What topic	Colour theory
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Lesson Introduction: The Magic of Colour Theory

Introduction

Welcome, young artists! Today, we are embarking on an exciting journey into the vibrant world of Colour Theory. But instead of starting with a traditional lecture, let’s kick things off with a splash of creativity!

Warm-Up Activity: "The Colour Hunt"

What You Need:

• A small piece of paper
• Coloured pencils, crayons, or markers
• A timer (5 minutes)

Instructions:

1. Gather Around: Find a comfortable space in the classroom where everyone can see and work together.

2. Set the Scene: I want you to imagine that you are explorers in a magical land filled with colours. Your mission is to find as many colours as you can from your surroundings!

3. Go on the Hunt:

   • You will have 5 minutes to observe your environment.
   • Use your paper to sketch or colour in the different colours you see around you.
   • Look for colours in your clothes, in the decorations around the room, and even in the sunlight streaming through the windows!

4. Share Your Findings: Once the timer goes off, we will come back together as a class, and each of you will share one unique colour you discovered and what it reminds you of.

Reflecting on Our Discoveries

As you share, think about these questions:

• How did each colour make you feel?
• Do you notice any patterns in how certain colours are grouped together?
• What colours do you personally like or dislike, and why?

Connect to Colour Theory

Today’s lesson is all about understanding how colours can express emotions, complement each other, and create harmony in art. By gathering colours from our environment, we’re already starting to see how colours interact and influence our mood!

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of Colour Theory, where you’ll learn about primary, secondary, and tertiary colours, and discover how to mix colours like a pro!

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And so, let the adventure begin! Are you excited? Let’s uncover the secrets of colour together!