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Which subject	Art
What topic	Jeannie Baker Were the forest meets the sea. Art Show students will complete 2D art activity using fabric, materials, drawing a boat.
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
Class size	20
What curriculum	Art
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Lesson plan

Topic

Jeannie Baker: Where the Forest Meets the Sea

Objectives

• Students will explore the themes and techniques used in Jeannie Baker's artwork.
• Students will create a 2D art piece using various materials to depict a boat in a natural setting.
• Students will develop fine motor skills through cutting, gluing, and arranging fabric and other materials.

Materials

• Jeannie Baker's book "Where the Forest Meets the Sea" (1 copy)
• A variety of fabric pieces (cotton, felt, etc.)
• Colored paper
• Colored pencils, markers, and crayons
• Glue and scissors
• Pre-cut boat templates
• A large sheet of paper or cardboard for the background

Grade/Age Group

Year 1 (Grade 1)

Subject

Art

Number of Students

20

Lesson Length

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum for the Arts, focusing on creating and presenting artworks and exploring the use of materials and techniques.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Introduce Jeannie Baker’s book. Discuss the themes and artistic style present in her work "Where the Forest Meets the Sea."
2	Demonstration	5	Show examples of how to use fabric and other materials to create a boat. Demonstrate techniques for cutting, gluing, and layering.
3	Planning & Drawing	10	Have students sketch their boats on paper, planning their designs. Encourage them to think about the setting and other details.
4	Art Creation	7	Students will create their artworks using the prepared materials: fabric, colored paper, and other supplies to build their scenes.
5	Cleanup & Reflection	3	Students will clean up their workstations. Discuss what they enjoyed about the activity and share ideas for improvement or next steps.
6	Homework Assignment	0 (part of cleanup)	Assign students to finish their artwork at home if they didn't complete it in class. They can tell a family member about their work.

Homework Assignment

• Complete the artwork at home if necessary and bring it back to class the next day for informal review without presentations.

Assessment

• Informal observation during the art creation process.
• Review finished artworks for creativity and application of techniques taught in class.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to cater for different ability levels by providing additional support to those who may need it.
• Be mindful of the materials used for any students with allergies.

This lesson plan provides a comprehensive and engaging way for Year 1 students to explore art through the lens of literature, while fostering creativity and fine motor skills.

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