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Which subject	Art
What topic
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan for Art

Topic

Exploring Primary Colours

Objectives

• Understand the concept of primary colours and their significance.
• Identify primary colours in various objects around the classroom.
• Create a simple artwork using primary colours.

Materials

• Large sheets of paper (A3 size)
• Watercolour paints (red, blue, yellow)
• Paintbrushes
• Smock or old t-shirt for protection
• Palettes for mixing colours
• Paper towels for cleaning brushes
• Example images of objects in primary colours (printed or digital)

Grade/Age Group

Year 1

Subject

Art

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson corresponds with the UK Art National Curriculum, focusing on the development of creativity, knowledge of colour theory, and producing visual art.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Briefly introduce primary colours. Show examples in the classroom. Ask students to name colours they see.
2	Explanation	5 mins	Explain the concept of primary colours, including how they can be mixed to create secondary colours.
3	Hands-on Activity	15 mins	Distribute materials. Guide students in painting their chosen objects using primary colours, encouraging creativity.
4	Clean Up	3 mins	Instruct students to clean their brushes and tidy their workspaces.
5	Reflection	2 mins	Ask guiding questions to assess understanding, such as "Why are these called primary colours?"
6	Homework	1 min	Assign students to find an object at home that is a primary colour and draw it for the next lesson.

Homework

Students will find an object at home that is a primary colour and create a simple drawing of it. This homework will be collected and checked without presentations in front of the class during the next lesson.

Assessment

• Monitor student participation and enthusiasm during painting.
• Review the homework for understanding of primary colours.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to differentiate instruction for students who may need extra help or those who want to challenge themselves with mixing colours.
• Prepare the workspace in advance to encourage a smooth transition between activities.

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