# Lesson Plan: Colouring of a Circle
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Grade Level:** Nursery 2
**Duration:** 30 minutes
**Topic:** Colouring of a Circle
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## **Lesson Objectives**
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Identify a circle from other shapes.
2. Recognize various colors.
3. Develop fine motor skills through coloring activities.
4. Express creativity by choosing and applying colors.
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## **Materials Needed**
- Large paper with pre-drawn circles for each student
- Crayons or colored pencils
- A large drawing of a circle on the board
- Picture flashcards of different shapes
- Color chart or color cards
- Aprons or old T-shirts to protect clothing
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## **Introduction (5 minutes)**
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:**
Welcome the students with a cheerful greeting and a few minutes of casual conversation to create a friendly atmosphere.
2. **Shape Flashcards Activity:**
Show the students flashcards with different shapes (e.g., square, triangle, rectangle, circle). Ask, "What shape is this?" and help them identify a circle amongst other shapes.
3. **Circle Discussion:**
Discuss the characteristics of a circle - it's round and has no corners.
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## **Main Activity (15 minutes)**
1. **Color Introduction:**
- Show the color chart or color cards to the students.
- Name each color and let the students repeat after you.
2. **Demonstration:**
- Draw a large circle on the board and pick a color crayon.
- Show them how to hold the crayon and gently color inside the circle.
- Emphasize staying within the lines for neatness.
3. **Guided Coloring Activity:**
- Hand out pre-drawn circle papers to each student.
- Distribute crayons or colored pencils.
- Encourage students to choose a color they like and start coloring their circles.
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## **Supervision and Assistance (5 minutes)**
- Walk around the classroom, providing assistance to those who need help.
- Praise their efforts and celebrate good work ("Great job staying in the lines!" "What a beautiful color!").
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## **Conclusion and Clean-Up (5 minutes)**
1. **Show and Tell:**
- Invite a few students to show their colored circles and talk about the colors they chose.
- Provide positive feedback and encouragement.
2. **Clean-Up:**
- Have students help in putting away crayons and organizing their workspaces.
- Ensure they wash their hands if necessary.
3. **Closing Remarks:**
- Reinforce what was learned about shapes (circle) and colors.
- End with a fun song or a simple goodbye.
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## **Assessment**
- Observational Assessment: Pay attention to how well students are able to color within the lines and recognize colors.
- Verbal Feedback: Ask questions about shapes and colors throughout the lesson to gauge understanding.
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## **Extension Activities**
- Set up a coloring corner in the classroom with shapes and a variety of coloring materials for free play.
- Plan a similar activity using different shapes (e.g., triangles, squares) in future lessons.
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By engaging in this defined lesson, students in Nursery 2 will enjoy a hands-on learning experience that not only enhances their understanding of shapes and colors but also supports their creative and motor skills development.