**Lesson Plan: Drawing and Colouring of a Queen**
**Grade Level**: Nursery 2
**Subject**: Cultural and Creative Arts
**Lesson Duration**: 40 minutes
**Topic**: Drawing and Colouring of a Queen
**Objectives**:
1. Students will understand the concept of a queen and her role in society.
2. Students will develop basic drawing skills by creating a simple representation of a queen.
3. Students will enhance their fine motor skills by coloring their drawings.
4. Students will learn to use and identify different colors.
**Materials**:
- Drawing paper (A4 size)
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Coloring materials (crayons, colored pencils, or markers)
- Pictures or illustrations of queens for reference
- Whiteboard and markers
**Introduction (5 minutes)**:
1. Greet the students and make sure they are settled.
2. Explain the day's activity: "Today, we are going to draw and color a picture of a queen."
3. Show pictures or illustrations of queens to the class. Briefly discuss what a queen is and her significance in stories and real life.
**Development (10 minutes)**:
1. Demonstrate on the whiteboard how to draw a basic figure resembling a queen. Emphasize the simple shapes (circle for the head, rectangles, and triangles for the body and dress).
2. Include distinctive features such as a crown, a fancy dress, and possibly a scepter.
3. Encourage students to watch closely and ask questions if they need help.
**Activity (15 minutes)**:
1. Distribute drawing paper, pencils, and erasers to the students.
2. Instruct the students to draw their version of a queen, using the demonstration as a guide.
3. Give students time to work on their drawings, offering assistance and encouragement as needed.
4. Once most of the students have finished their drawings, distribute coloring materials.
5. Guide the students to color their queens, discussing color choices and encouraging creativity.
**Conclusion (5 minutes)**:
1. Ask students to share their drawings with the class, if they are comfortable doing so.
2. Praise their efforts and creativity, and provide constructive feedback if necessary.
3. Summarize the lesson: "Today, we learned how to draw and color a queen, and you all did a fantastic job!"
4. Collect the drawings, or allow students to take them home to share with their families.
**Assessment**:
- Observe students' ability to follow instructions and create a recognizable drawing of a queen.
- Assess their use of colors and overall creativity.
- Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to encourage improvement.
**Extension Activities**:
- Read a short story or fairy tale featuring a queen and discuss the character.
- Encourage students to create a background for their queen, like a palace or garden, at home or during free time.
**Teacher Notes**:
- Be patient and encouraging, as artistic skills develop at different rates.
- Use this opportunity to emphasize the importance of respecting others' work and creativity.
- Adjust the pace based on the students’ engagement and enthusiasm.