Nature Within Nature

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will observe the natural world by choosing an animal or insect to carve from clay. They will make impressions in the clay with objects found in nature.

Level

Areas of Study

Nature Ceramics Texture

Collections

Nature with Mixed Media

Lesson Objectives

Students will use observational skills to draw and add designs from nature to their art.

Students will use clay to create an animal or insect.

Students will choose leaves or other natural objects to create a design in their clay.

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Teaching Strategies

Lead a discussion of animals and insects seen in the local environment.
Demonstrate how to use basic shapes to draw different animals.
Show how to roll out a slab of clay and cut into a desired shape.
Guide students in gathering leaves or other natural elements from their environment.

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National Standards

Create

Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.

Use observation and investigation in preparation for making a work of art.

Make art or design with various materials and tools to explore personal interests, questions, and curiosity.

VA:Cr1.2.2a

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

20 minutes

Demonstration Time

30 minutes

Student Studio Time

1 hour and 30 minutes

Supplies and Materials

Drawing paper
Pencil
Clay (air-dry clay or clay to be fired)
Leaves and other natural objects
Clay tools or craft sticks
Oil pastels
India ink

National Standards

Create

Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.

Use observation and investigation in preparation for making a work of art.

Make art or design with various materials and tools to explore personal interests, questions, and curiosity.

VA:Cr1.2.2a

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Steps

Discuss and Draw

Discuss animals and insects seen in the local environment. Draw an animal or insect seen in the local environment. Keep the drawing simple.

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Instructional Materials

Reference

Sea Life Reference

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Animal Silhouette Template: Cat

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Summative

Two Stars and a Wish

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Mini Artist Statement

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