**Lesson Plan: Colouring of Flowers**
**Grade Level:** Toddler (Ages 2-3)
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Topic:** Colouring of Flowers
**Duration:** 30 minutes
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### **Objective:**
1. To introduce toddlers to different colors and flowers.
2. To enhance motor skills through coloring.
3. To encourage creativity and expression.
### **Materials Needed:**
1. Coloring sheets with simple flower outlines.
2. Crayons or non-toxic markers.
3. Visual aids (pictures or real flowers).
4. Aprons or old shirts to protect clothing.
5. A soft mat or carpeted area for children to sit comfortably.
### **Preparation:**
1. Print out or draw flower outlines on the paper.
2. Arrange crayons and markers in a way that's accessible to toddlers.
3. Set up the area where the activity will take place, ensuring it's safe and child-friendly.
4. Gather visual aids (e.g., pictures of flowers, real flowers if possible).
### **Lesson Procedure:**
#### **Introduction (5 minutes):**
1. **Greeting & Circle Time:** Gather the toddlers in a circle on the soft mat.
2. **Show and Tell:** Display pictures of different flowers or real flowers. Talk briefly about the different colors we see in flowers.
3. **Explain Activity:** Let the children know they will be coloring flowers today. Use simple language and make sure to speak enthusiastically.
#### **Activity (20 minutes):**
1. **Distribute Materials:** Hand out the flower coloring sheets and crayons or markers.
2. **Demonstration:** Show them how to color within the lines, but let them know it's okay to be creative. For example, "You can color this petal red, or any color you like!"
3. **Coloring:** Allow the toddlers to start coloring their flowers. Walk around and offer gentle encouragement and assistance.
4. **Engagement:**
- Ask questions like "What color are you using for your flower?" or "Do you want to try another color?"
- Compliment and praise their efforts to build confidence and reinforce positive behavior.
#### **Conclusion (5 minutes):**
1. **Sharing & Display:** Encourage each toddler to show their colored flower to the group.
- Create a display area on a bulletin board or a wall where their artwork can be displayed.
2. **Review & Reinforce:** Briefly review the different colors used and the names of the flowers shown earlier.
3. **Clean-Up:** Guide the children in putting away crayons and cleaning up the area.
### **Assessment:**
1. **Observation:** Monitor each child’s ability to hold a crayon or marker and apply color.
2. **Engagement:** Note each toddler's interest and participation in the activity.
3. **Creativity & Expression:** Recognize each child's unique approach to coloring.
### **Extensions:**
1. **Story Time:** Read a short story about flowers.
2. **Outdoor Exploration:** If possible, take a short walk outside to see real flowers.
3. **Art Display:** Allow the children to take their artwork home or create a classroom gallery.
### **Reflection:**
1. **What Worked Well:** Note which aspects of the lesson engaged the toddlers the most.
2. **Areas for Improvement:** Consider how to better support students who might have found the activity challenging.
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**End of Lesson Plan**
This lesson aims to create a joyful and educational experience, where toddlers can explore their creativity while learning about flowers and colors.