Edith Cowan University

School of Education – Primary Forward Planning Document

ATP4440 FORWARD PLANNING DOCUMENT

Pre-Service Teacher: School: Learning Area: ARTs
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Forward Planning
Materials and
Specific Learning Goals Assessment Plan Learning Activities and Teaching Strategies Focus Questions
Resources
1. Students will learn and observations - Origami paper Procedure: Why do we celebrate
practice basic origami folding (assorted colors) Mother's Day? What
techniques. are some ways we can
- White construction show appreciation to
2. Students will develop fine paper 1. Introduction (5 minutes):
our mothers?
motor skills through cutting - Gather students in a designated area for How can we use
and folding. - Coloring materials
(crayons, markers, the lesson. cutting and gluing skills
3. Students will engage in colored pencils) to create our own
- Introduce the concept of origami and
following step-by-step flower stems and
- Scissors explain that it is the art of folding paper to
instructions. leaves?
create different shapes and objects.
What are some
Exploration of different - Glue sticks
- Share the learning objectives for the lesson different shapes and
materials, media and/or sizes we can cut for
- Projector or screen and briefly explain the activities they will be
technologies, when
for video doing. our stems and leaves?
creating artwork(ACAVAM1
demonstration How can we arrange
07)
them to make our
Use of visual art flowers unique?
elements and techniques, 2. Origami Flower Demonstration (10
to minutes): How does gluing the
create 2D and 3D artwork, stems to the flowers help
that communicate an idea to - Set up a projector or screen to display an
to create a more
an audience (ACAVAM108) origami flower video tutorial.
complete and realistic-
Appreciation of the choices - Play the video and demonstrate each step, looking flower?
made when creating and pausing after each step to allow students to

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displaying artwork(ACAVAR follow along.

109)
- Emphasize the importance of following
instructions carefully and taking their time.

- Provide support and assistance as needed.

3. Origami Flower Creation (10 minutes):

- Distribute origami paper to each student,

ensuring they have a variety of colors.

- Instruct students to create 1-2 origami

flowers using the folding techniques they
learned from the video demonstration.

- Circulate the classroom, offering guidance

and support as students work on their
flowers.

- Encourage creativity in color choices and

combinations.

4. Hand Tracing Activity (10 minutes):

- Provide each student with a white piece of

construction paper and instruct them to place

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their hand on the paper.

- Demonstrate how to trace their hand using

a pencil or crayon, making sure to trace all
fingers and the palm.

- After tracing, instruct students to color in

their traced hand using their preferred
coloring materials.

- Once colored, students should carefully cut

out their hand shape using scissors.

- Assist students in cutting if needed,

ensuring they practice safe cutting
techniques.

5. Wrap-up (5 minutes):

- Have students gather in a circle or return

to their seats.

- Ask students to share their experiences

with the origami and cutting activities.

- Discuss the importance of following

instructions and taking their time to complete

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tasks accurately.

6. Clean-up (5 minutes):

- Instruct students to return their materials

to the designated areas.

- Collect any leftover origami paper and

dispose of waste appropriately.

Extensions:

- Students can decorate their origami flowers

with additional embellishments such as glitter
or sequins.

- Students can write a short sentence or

description about their favorite part of the
activity.

- Students can share their origami flowers and

hand cut-outs with their peers, explaining the
process they followed.

Note: Adjust the time allocated for each

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activity based on the pace of your students.

Ensure student safety during activities
involving scissors and provide appropriate
supervision and guidance to prevent accidents
or injuries.

Forward Planning
Materials and
Specific Learning Goals Assessment Plan Learning Activities and Teaching Strategies Focus Questions
Resources
At the end of the sequence of Observation ) - Construction paper 1. Introduction (5 minutes): Why do we celebrate
learning students will be able (assorted colors) Mother's Day? What
- Gather students in a designated area for are some ways we can
to:
- Scissors the lesson. show appreciation to
 Students should be able to use
fine motor skills (fold, cut, glue, - Glue sticks - Introduce the concept of Mother's Day and our mothers?
colour) to create a mother’s explain that it is a special day to celebrate and How can we use
day card. - Markers or pens honor mothers. cutting and gluing skills
to create our own
- Share the learning objectives for the lesson flower stems and
and briefly explain the activities they will be leaves?
Exploration of different
doing. What are some
materials, media and/or
technologies, when different shapes and
creating artwork(ACAVAM1 sizes we can cut for
07) 2. Stem and Leaf Cutting (5 minutes): our stems and leaves?
How can we arrange
Use of visual art
- Distribute green construction paper to them to make our
elements and techniques,

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to each student. flowers unique?

create 2D and 3D artwork, How does gluing the
that communicate an idea to - Instruct students to cut out stems and stems to the flowers
an audience (ACAVAM108) leaves of various shapes and sizes from the help to create a more
green paper. complete and realistic-
Appreciation of the
choices made when
- Provide guidance on safe and proper looking flower?
creating and
cutting techniques.
displaying artwork(ACAV
AR109)
- Encourage students to be creative with the
shapes and sizes of their stems and leaves.

3. Flower Assembly (10 minutes):

- Instruct students to take their origami

flowers created from the previous activity.

- Demonstrate how to apply glue to the

stems and attach them to the flowers.

- Encourage students to experiment with

different arrangements and positioning of the
stems and leaves.

- Circulate the classroom, offering guidance

and support as students assemble their
flowers.

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4. Mother's Day Card (10 minutes):

- Provide each student with a blank card or a

folded piece of construction paper to create a
Mother's Day card.

- Instruct the students to write "Happy

Mother's Day" or a similar message on the
front of the card.

- As a class, brainstorm and decide on a

heartfelt message or poem to write inside the
card.

- Facilitate a collaborative discussion,

allowing students to contribute their ideas.

- Write the chosen message or poem on the

board or large paper for the class to see.

- Instruct the students to copy the message

or poem into their own cards using markers or
pens.

5. Closure (5 minutes):

- Have students gather in a circle or return

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to their seats.

- Ask students to share their experience with

the craft and how they feel about creating
something special for their mothers.

- Discuss the importance of expressing

gratitude and love for their mothers on
Mother's Day.

6. Clean-up (5 minutes):

- Instruct students to return their materials

to the designated areas.

- Collect any leftover paper scraps and

dispose of waste appropriately.

Extensions:

- Students can personalize their Mother's Day

cards by adding drawings, stickers, or other
decorations.

- Students can practice writing a short

message or letter to their mothers expressing

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their appreciation and love.

- Students can present their flower cards to

their mothers during a special Mother's Day
celebration or event.

Forward Planning
Materials and
Specific Learning Goals Assessment Plan Learning Activities and Teaching Strategies Focus Questions
Resources
1. Students will learn about  obsevation) - Images or 1. Introduction (5 minutes):  How will you guide
warm colors and symmetry in photographs of children’s
art. autumn leaves - Gather students in a designated area for
understanding of the
the lesson.
topic?
2. Students will observe and - White drawing
- Introduce the concept of warm colors and  How will you link new
analyze images of autumn paper (12x18
explain that they are colors associated with knowledge to previous
leaves. inches)
autumn leaves, such as red, orange, and learning?
3. Students will practice - Pencils and erasers yellow.
sketching and creating
symmetrical leaf designs. - Scissors - Discuss symmetry and explain that it
means having one half that is a mirror image
4. Students will develop fine of the other half.
motor skills through cutting
and folding. - Share the learning objectives for the lesson
and briefly explain the activities they will be
Exploration of, and experimentation with,
the visual art
doing.
elements of shape, line, colour, space and
texture and how these are used in the
environment (ACAVAM106)

Development of artistic skills through

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experimentation with:
2. Autumn Leaf Observation (5 minutes):
 shape (symmetrical shapes; simple
- Show students images or photographs of
tessellating shapes)

autumn leaves.
colour (warm, cool colours) (ACAVAM107)

- Lead a discussion about the colors, shapes,

and patterns they notice in the leaves.

- Emphasize the warm colors and symmetry

present in the leaves.

3. Leaf Sketching (10 minutes):

- Provide each student with a sheet of

drawing paper and pencils.

- Instruct students to sketch 2-3 different

leaf designs, focusing on capturing the shapes
and details of the leaves.

- Encourage students to experiment with

different sizes and arrangements of their leaf
sketches.

4. Leaf Design Selection (5 minutes):

- Instruct students to choose one leaf design

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they want to work with for the rest of the

activity.

- Remind them to select a design that they

think would look good when folded and cut.

5. Symmetrical Leaf Creation (5 minutes):

- Instruct students to fold their 12x18-inch

paper in half vertically (hamburger fold) to
create a symmetrical line down the center.

- With the paper folded, instruct students to

draw half of their selected leaf design along
the folded edge.

- Encourage students to use their sketch as a

guide and create a mirror image of their leaf
design on one side of the fold.

6. Cutting Leaves (5 minutes):

- Assist students in cutting along the outline

of their leaf design, ensuring they practice
safe cutting techniques.

- Encourage students to cut carefully along

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the folded line to maintain the symmetry of

their leaves.

7. Closure (5 minutes):

- Have students gather in a circle or return

to their seats.

- Ask students to share their completed

symmetrical leaf creations and explain their
design choices.

- Discuss the warm colors and symmetry

they incorporated into their artwork.

- Encourage students to appreciate and

value the unique designs and creativity of
their peers.

8. Clean-up (5 minutes):

- Instruct students to return their materials

to the designated areas.

- Collect any leftover paper scraps and

dispose of waste appropriately.

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Forward Planning
Materials and
Specific Learning Goals Assessment Plan Learning Activities and Teaching Strategies Focus Questions
Resources
- Identify warm and cool Observation Autumn leaves (one 1. Introduction (2 minutes)
colours for each student)
- Develop observational - Gather students on the mat.
skills
- Drawing paper or
- Explore and learn about - Hand out autumn leaves to each student.
contour lines sketchbooks
Understand what symmetrical - Instruct students to feel and explore the
means and be able to identify - Pencils
characteristics of the leaves.
and create a symmetrical image
- Paint (orange, red,
yellow) - Encourage a short discussion among
Exploration of, and experimentation with, students about their observations.
the visual art
elements of shape, line, colour, space and
- Paintbrushes
texture and how these are used in the
environment (ACAVAM106)
- Glue
Development of artistic skills through 2. Drawing Veins (5 minutes)
experimentation with:
- Blue or red colored
A4 paper - Discuss the veins on the autumn leaves
 shape (symmetrical shapes; simple
tessellating shapes) and their importance.

colour (warm, cool colours) (ACAVAM107 - Demonstrate how to draw veins on a

modelled autumn leaf.

- Encourage students to pay attention to the

pattern and direction of the veins.

- Students begin drawing veins on their own

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autumn leaves, using pencils.

3. Warm Colors and Techniques (8 minutes)

- Introduce warm colors associated with

autumn (orange, red, yellow).

- Discuss brush strokes and blending

techniques to create texture and depth.

- Show examples or images of autumn

leaves to inspire students.

- Students practice blending warm colors

and experiment with different strokes on a
scrap paper.

4. Painting Autumn Leaves (10 minutes)

- Provide each student with paint (orange,

red, yellow) and a paintbrush.

- Instruct students to paint their autumn

leaves using the warm colors and techniques
discussed.

- Encourage creativity and experimentation

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while painting.

5. Gluing Leaves (5 minutes)

- Instruct students to allow their painted

leaves to dry.

- Explain that they will glue the leaves onto a

blue or red colored A4 paper in the next
lesson.

- Collect the painted leaves and store them

safely for the next lesson.

Conclusion:

- Summarize the activities covered in the

lesson and highlight the importance of
observing and exploring nature.

- Encourage students to continue observing

and appreciating the beauty of autumn leaves
outside of the classroom.

- Remind students to bring their painted

leaves to the next lesson for the gluing

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activity.

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