Title: Colouring of Tomatoes
Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Grade: Toddler
Duration: 30-45 minutes
Objective:
- To introduce toddlers to the basic concept of coloring.
- To develop fine motor skills through coloring activities.
- To familiarize students with the color red by coloring tomatoes.
- To encourage creativity and artistic expression.
Materials Needed:
- Coloring sheets with tomato outlines
- Red crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- Real tomatoes or pictures of tomatoes
- Storybook or short video about tomatoes (optional, for introduction)
- Drawing paper and additional coloring materials for extended activities
Lesson Outline:
1. **Introduction (5-10 minutes):**
- Begin with a short, engaging introduction to tomatoes. Show the toddlers real tomatoes or pictures of tomatoes.
- Discuss briefly where tomatoes come from and their color. Show different varieties if possible.
- Optionally, read a short story or show a brief video about tomatoes to grab their attention.
2. **Discussion (5 minutes):**
- Talk with the toddlers about the color red.
- Ask questions like "What other things are red?" to encourage participation.
- Explain that today they will be coloring pictures of tomatoes using the color red.
3. **Guided Activity (15 minutes):**
- Distribute the tomato coloring sheets and red crayons, markers, or colored pencils to each student.
- Demonstrate how to color within the lines, emphasizing that it's okay if they go outside the lines—it's all about having fun.
- Walk around the room, offering help and encouragement as the toddlers begin to color their tomatoes.
- Praise their efforts and creativity to build their confidence.
4. **Free Coloring Time (Optional, 10 minutes):**
- Provide additional drawing paper and coloring materials.
- Invite the toddlers to draw and color their own pictures of tomatoes or anything else they wish.
- This allows them to apply what they have learned in a more creative and personal way.
5. **Review and Share (5 minutes):**
- Gather the toddlers in a circle and ask them to show their colored tomatoes.
- Encourage each child to talk a little about their picture if they feel comfortable.
- Praise each child for their effort, reinforcing positive behaviors and creativity.
6. **Closing (1-2 minutes):**
- Recap what they have learned about tomatoes and the color red.
- Sing a short fun song about tomatoes or colors to end on a cheerful note.
- Thank the toddlers for their participation and express enthusiasm about continuing to explore more colors and activities in future lessons.
Extension Activities:
- Create a simple tomato-themed collage using red paper cutouts and glue.
- Plant tomato seeds in a small pot to watch them grow over time, integrating a basic gardening theme.
- Play a matching game with different colored fruits and vegetables to reinforce color recognition.
Assessment:
- Observe the toddlers’ ability to hold and use coloring tools.
- Note their participation in discussions and activities.
- Informally assess their ability to identify and use the color red in their artwork.