### Lesson Plan for Toddler Class (Age 2-3)
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Topic:** Colouring of Clothes
**Duration:** 30 minutes
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**Objective:**
- To introduce toddlers to different colors.
- To help toddlers understand the concept of coloring clothes.
- To develop fine motor skills and creativity in toddlers.
**Materials Needed:**
- Coloring books/pages with images of clothes
- Crayons or non-toxic markers
- Examples of different colored clothes (real or photos)
- Plain white t-shirts (optional and if budget allows)
- Primary and secondary color charts
**Introduction (5 minutes):**
1. **Greeting and Warm-up:**
- Welcome the children with a cheerful greeting.
- Sing a short, fun song related to colors (e.g., "The Color Song" tune of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star").
2. **Show and Tell:**
- Show them real clothes or photos of clothes in different colors.
- Briefly explain that today, they are going to color different types of clothes in any way they like.
**Activity 1: Coloring the Clothes (20 minutes):**
1. **Hand Out Supplies:**
- Distribute coloring books/pages with images of various clothes.
- Provide each child with crayons or non-toxic markers.
2. **Demonstration:**
- Show the children a sample of a colored piece of clothing.
- Demonstrate coloring a part of a clothing item, talking about the colors you are using.
3. **Guided Coloring:**
- Encourage children to choose colors they like and start coloring their pictures.
- Go around the room, offering help and encouragement. Praise their use of different colors and creativity.
**Optional Activity: Coloring T-Shirts (Durable Craft) (5 minutes):**
- If budget and time allow, provide plain white t-shirts and fabric markers/crayons.
- Assist the children in coloring their t-shirts with simple shapes and patterns.
- Ensure that each child’s name is marked on their t-shirt if they take it home to dry.
**Conclusion (5 minutes):**
1. **Review:**
- Gather the children in a circle.
- Ask a few volunteers to show their colored pages and talk about the colors they chose.
- Praise each child for their effort and creativity.
2. **Wrap-Up Song:**
- Sing a closing song that mentions different colors (e.g., "If You're Happy and You Know It" with color variations).
3. **Goodbyes:**
- Thank the children for their participation.
- Remind them to show their colored pictures to their parents.
**Assessment:**
- Observe the children during the activity to ensure they are engaged and enjoying the process.
- Check for recognition and verbal identification of different colors.
- Note their ability to follow instructions and express creativity.
**Follow-Up:**
- Display their completed works in the classroom or hallway, creating a "Colorful Clothes" mural.
- Plan a future lesson that builds on their understanding of colors, such as mixing colors or exploring colors in nature.
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This lesson plan emphasizes engagement, fun, and creativity while staying developmentally appropriate for toddlers.