Lesson Plan: Art and Design - Exploring Fall through Visual Elements

Subject: Expressive Arts (Art and Design) Topic: Exploring Fall through Visual Elements Level: Early Level (Nursery to P1) Curriculum: Scottish Curriculum for Excellence

Desired Outcome: I can create and present work using the visual elements of line, shape, form, colour, tone, pattern, and texture.

Learning Intentions: 1. To explore and identify the visual elements of line, shape, form, colour, tone, pattern, and texture. 2. To create artwork inspired by the fall season using the identified visual elements. 3. To present and share their artwork with peers, discussing the visual elements used.

Assessment Criteria: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Identify and name the visual elements of line, shape, form, colour, tone, pattern, and texture. 2. Create artwork using the identified visual elements. 3. Present and discuss their artwork, highlighting the visual elements used.

Resources: 1. Fall-themed images (e.g., leaves, trees, pumpkins) 2. Drawing paper 3. Colored pencils, crayons, or markers 4. Scissors 5. Glue 6. Fall-themed craft materials (optional) 7. Display board or wall space for artwork presentation

Lesson Duration: 60 minutes

Procedure:

Introduction (10 minutes): 1. Begin the lesson by discussing the fall season with the students. Ask questions such as: - What changes do you notice in the environment during fall? - What colors do you associate with fall? - What shapes and patterns can you see in fall leaves or other fall-related objects?

1. Show the students some fall-themed images and ask them to identify the visual elements they can see (e.g., lines in tree trunks, shapes of leaves, colors of pumpkins).

Exploration (20 minutes): 1. Provide each student with a sheet of drawing paper and drawing materials. 2. Instruct the students to choose a fall-themed image or object and create a drawing using the visual elements discussed. 3. Encourage students to experiment with different lines, shapes, colors, and patterns to represent their chosen fall image.

Extension (15 minutes): 1. For students who finish early, provide fall-themed craft materials (e.g., colored paper, tissue paper, cotton balls) and encourage them to add texture and form to their artwork. 2. Assist students in cutting out their artwork and adding any additional materials to enhance their creations.

Sharing and Discussion (15 minutes): 1. Ask students to share their artwork with the class. 2. Encourage each student to explain the visual elements they used in their artwork. 3. Facilitate a class discussion by asking questions such as: - How did you use lines, shapes, and colors to represent fall? - What patterns or textures did you incorporate into your artwork? - How does your artwork make you feel about the fall season?

Conclusion (5 minutes): 1. Summarize the lesson by highlighting the visual elements discussed and their importance in creating artwork. 2. Congratulate the students on their creativity and effort. 3. Display the artwork on a display board or wall space for further appreciation.

Note: This lesson plan can be adapted and modified based on the available resources, time constraints, and the specific needs of the students.