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Creative Collaborators

Lesson Plan

Creative Collaborators

Art and teamwork

In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of art and teamwork through a collaborative art project. They will watch 'The Good Learner Song' to understand the importance of collaboration and then work together to create a group art piece. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social skills, encourages creativity, and fosters a sense of community.

Audience

7-8 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning, Game-Based Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Markers, Paper, The Good Learner Song video, and Art and Teamwork Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what teamwork means and why it's important in art.
  • Introduce the video The Good Learner Song and explain that it highlights qualities of a good learner, including collaboration.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

  • Watch 'The Good Learner Song' video.
  • After watching, ask students to share what they learned about collaboration from the video.

Step 3

Art Activity

30 mins

  • Divide students into small groups and provide each group with markers and paper.
  • Instruct each group to create a collaborative art piece, where each member contributes to the drawing.
  • Encourage students to discuss their ideas and work together to create a cohesive piece.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

10 mins

  • Distribute the 'Art and Teamwork Worksheet' to each student.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually, reflecting on their group experience and what they learned about teamwork.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather the class and have each group present their artwork.
  • Discuss what they enjoyed about working together and any challenges they faced.
  • Reinforce the importance of teamwork in achieving common goals.
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Worksheet

Art and Teamwork Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their teamwork experience during the art activity. It includes questions about their contributions and what they learned about collaboration.

What was your favorite part of the group art activity?

Think about what you enjoyed most while working with your group.







How did you and your teammates work together to create your art piece?

Consider the ways you communicated and shared ideas.







What did you learn about teamwork from this activity?

Reflect on how working together helped you achieve your goal.







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