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Creative Color Collage

Lesson Plan

Creative Color Collage

Fun Friday Art

In this lesson, students will engage in a collaborative art project where they create a large, colorful collage using markers and other materials. This activity encourages creativity, teamwork, and communication among students. It is important as it helps develop fine motor skills, fosters a sense of community, and allows students to express themselves artistically.

Audience

7-8 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Markers, Large sheets of paper, Glue sticks, Scissors, Colored paper, and Printable Cards

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Gather students in a circle and introduce the activity: creating a large, colorful collage.
  • Discuss what a collage is and show examples if available.
  • Explain the importance of teamwork and creativity in this project.

Step 2

Planning the Collage

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with a large sheet of paper and markers.
  • Ask groups to brainstorm and sketch a plan for their collage, deciding on a theme or idea.

Step 3

Creating the Collage

30 mins

  • Distribute materials: colored paper, glue sticks, scissors, and markers.
  • Encourage students to work together to cut, arrange, and glue pieces onto their large sheet.
  • Walk around to assist and encourage collaboration and creativity.

Step 4

Gallery Walk

5 mins

  • Once collages are complete, have a gallery walk where each group presents their collage.
  • Encourage students to share what they enjoyed about the process and what their collage represents.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather students back in a circle.
  • Reflect on the activity: What did they learn about working together? What was their favorite part?
  • Thank students for their participation and creativity.
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Worksheet

Printable Cards

These cards provide prompts and ideas for students to use in their collage creation, encouraging creativity and teamwork.




Create a scene from your favorite story.







Design a collage using only warm colors.







Include at least three different shapes in your collage.







Make a collage that represents your favorite season.







Use markers to add details to your collage.




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