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What topic	Birds
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: Art - Birds

Grade Level: Year 5
Duration: 30 Minutes
Subject: Art
Topic: Birds

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Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Identify different species of birds and their characteristics.
• Create an artistic representation of a bird using a variety of materials.
• Understand the importance of birds in the ecosystem.

Materials Needed

• Coloured pencils or markers
• Watercolour paints and brushes
• A4 paper
• Reference images of various Australian birds (magpies, cockatoos, emus, etc.)
• Glue and scissors
• Construction paper

Introduction (5 Minutes)

Begin the lesson by asking students if they can name different types of birds they see in their local environment or during outings.

Discussion Questions:

• What features do birds have that help them survive?
• Can someone share their favourite bird and why?

Introduce the topic of birds, highlighting the diversity of species, their roles in the ecosystem, and their unique characteristics.

Direct Instruction (10 Minutes)

Overview of Bird Characteristics

1. Physical Features: Discuss feathers, beaks, and feet. Explain how these features help birds adapt to their environments.
2. Types of Birds: Briefly introduce several types of birds, focusing on local Australian species.
   • Australian Magpie: Known for its iconic chirping.
   • Cockatoos: Recognised for their loud calls and impressive crests.
   • Emu: A large flightless bird native to Australia.

Art Techniques

Explain different techniques that students can use to create their bird artwork:

• Drawing: Outline the bird's shape.
• Painting: Use watercolours to fill in the bird with appropriate colours.
• Collage: Use scraps from construction paper to add texture and depth.

Guided Practice (10 Minutes)

1. Bird Sketching Activity:

   • Hand out reference images to each student.
   • Instruct them to select a bird they are interested in and sketch its outline lightly on A4 paper.

2. Art Creation:

   • Students will start filling in their sketches with coloured pencils or watercolours.
   • Encourage them to think creatively about colour patterns and backgrounds that represent the bird's habitat.

Independent Practice (5 Minutes)

Ask students to add unique elements that represent the bird's environment around their artwork.

• For example, they could paint trees, grass, or a sunny sky.
• Encourage creativity: Students can choose any medium available to them.

Closure (5 Minutes)

Gather the class and invite a few students to share their artwork with the group. Discuss:

• What they enjoyed about drawing or painting their bird.
• Any new information they learned about the bird they chose.

Final Thoughts:

Reiterate the diversity of birds and their contributions to the ecosystem. Encourage students to observe birds in their environment and appreciate their beauty.

Assessment

Students will be assessed based on:

• Creativity and effort in their artwork.
• Participation in discussions.
• Understanding of bird characteristics demonstrated through their artwork.

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This lesson plan provides a structured yet flexible approach to exploring the world of birds through art, encouraging both creativity and environmental awareness among Year 5 students.