Lesson Plan
Day 1 Lesson Plan
Students will discover that fingerprints are unique by stamping each finger onto recording sheets, observing patterns, and identifying differences.
This lesson engages fine motor skills, introduces scientific observation and pattern recognition, and fosters understanding of personal identity in a fun, hands-on way.
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Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Demonstration
5 minutes
Step 3
Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
Activity
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Day 2 Lesson Plan
Students will explore their unique fingerprint patterns using pastel crayons, enhancing fine motor skills and reinforcing loop, whorl, and arch identification.
Introducing a new artistic medium keeps students engaged, allows sensory exploration, and deepens understanding of fingerprint patterns and identity.
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Prepare Pastel Stations
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Demonstration
5 minutes
Step 3
Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
Discussion
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Lesson Plan
Day 3 Lesson Plan
Students will create large fingerprint art using finger paints, exploring unique ridge patterns, color mixing, and collaborative design.
This lesson builds on prior fingerprint activities, integrating art and science to reinforce pattern recognition, fine motor skills, and creative expression in a sensory-rich medium.
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Prepare Fingerpaint Stations
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Demonstration
5 minutes
Step 3
Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
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Discussion
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Day 4 Lesson Plan
Students will draw one large fingerprint, trace ridge patterns with markers, and label loops, whorls, and arches to reinforce pattern recognition and artistic skills.
This culminating activity consolidates students’ understanding of fingerprint uniqueness, pattern types, and personal identity while integrating art and science in a hands-on, creative project.
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Prepare Marker Stations
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Demonstration
5 minutes
Step 3
Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
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Discussion
