aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Art
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Printmaking
Quantity	1
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🎨 A Fun Start to Printmaking! 🖼️

Introduction

Hello, Young Artists! Today, we’re going to dive into the exciting world of printmaking! But before we get our hands messy, let’s set the stage for our creative adventure.

Hook Activity: "Guess the Print!"

What You Need:

• A few simple objects from around the classroom (e.g., leaves, sponges, or even toys)
• Paper or a sketchbook
• A harmless ink pad (for demonstration)

Instructions:

1. Mystery Box: Place the objects inside a box or bag so that they are hidden from view.

2. Guessing Game: Invite students to take turns reaching into the box without looking to feel an object. Each student will describe the object to the class without revealing what it is. Encourage them to use their imagination! "It feels spiky and green!"

3. Reveal and Discuss: After everyone has made a guess, reveal each object. Show how each one can make different prints when pressed onto paper.

Transition to Lesson:

Once we’ve guessed our mysterious objects, it’s time to talk about how these shapes can create amazing prints! Just like our guessing game, in printmaking, we can transform everyday items into wonderful art!

Conclusion

Are you ready to explore what prints we can create together? Let’s roll up our sleeves and get started on our printmaking journey! 🖌️✨