| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| What topic | Elements of art |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Introduce young learners to the Elements of Art through a fun, engaging, and interactive lesson starter that sparks their imagination and creativity.
Welcome, Little Artists! 🎨
Begin the lesson with a captivating story to draw the students' attention. Gather the children in a cozy circle on the carpet and bring out a colorful picture book about a delightful character—let's call her Polly the Paintbrush.
Read Aloud Synopsis:
Once upon a time, in the magical land of Artopia, lived Polly the Paintbrush. Polly loved to explore different places and meet colorful friends. Each friend was special because they represented an important element of art! Together, they created beautiful masterpieces that filled the world with joy.
As you pause during the story, ask stimulating questions that encourage them to think critically and share their thoughts.
After finishing the story, invite the children to imagine they are part of Polly's colorful parade. Ask them to choose one element of art that they feel excited about—whether it’s color, line, shape, space, texture, or form.
Finally, relate their excitement and choices back to the actual lesson.
“Today, we are going to explore these elements of art in more detail! Who knows what cool things we can make with colors and shapes? Get ready to be inspired, because we’re going to create our own little masterpieces!”
This fun, interactive story and discussion lead into the curriculum by creating a framework of excitement and curiosity about the elements of art. The students will be eager to learn more as you transition into the main activities of the day!