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Which subject	Art
What topic	Mosaic art
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Mosaic Art

Topic

Mosaic Art

Objectives

To introduce students to the concept and history of mosaic art.
To develop fine motor skills through the creation of a mosaic piece.
To encourage creativity and enhance design skills.
To foster appreciation for different cultures and their contributions to art.

Materials

Small tiles or tesserae (or paper cut into small squares)
Cardboard or wooden boards as bases
Glue
Grout (if time allows for setting)
Pencils and erasers
Safety scissors
Examples of mosaic artworks (printed images or digital slideshow)

Grade/Age Group

Suitable for all grades (multi-level class)

Subject

Art

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Irish National Curriculum for Visual Arts, specifically focusing on creating and responding to art, understanding how art reflects culture, and developing technical skills.

Lesson Length

30 Minutes

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Mosaics	5 minutes	Introduce students to the concept of mosaic art with a brief history and examples from various cultures. Discuss the materials used in mosaics.
2	Demonstration	5 minutes	Demonstrate how to arrange tiles on a base. Discuss design principles (balance, pattern, color). Show examples using glue and grout.
3	Planning the Design	5 minutes	Students will sketch their own mosaic design on paper. Encourage creativity and cultural references.
4	Creating the Mosaic	10 minutes	Students will begin creating their mosaics. Provide guidance on how to apply glue and arrange pieces effectively.
5	Reflection and Clean Up	5 minutes	Students reflect on their mosaics as they clean up their workspace. Discuss what they learned and what they would do differently next time.

Homework

Students will create a small mosaic at home using materials available to them (e.g., paper, old tiles, etc.). They will submit a photograph of their finished work via email or a designated platform. This will be checked without requiring students to present it in front of the class.