**Lesson Plan: Drawing and Colouring Apples (Red and Green)**
**Grade Level:** Nursery 1
**Duration:** 30 minutes
**Objective:**
Students will learn to draw and color apples, focusing on distinguishing between red and green apples. This will help improve their fine motor skills, color recognition, and creativity.
**Materials Needed:**
- White paper sheets (A4 size)
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Crayons or colored pencils (red and green)
- Apple images (real apples or pictures of red and green apples)
- Aprons (optional, if you're concerned about the students' clothes)
**Introduction:** (5 minutes)
1. Begin by gathering the students in a circle.
2. Show them real apples or images of red and green apples.
3. Ask the students if they know what kind of fruit this is. Allow for responses and encourage them to say "apple."
4. Explain that apples come in different colors, such as red and green.
5. Show them examples of both a red apple and a green apple.
**Instruction:** (10 minutes)
1. Distribute white paper sheets and pencils to each student.
2. Demonstrate on a large piece of paper or on the board how to draw a simple apple. Break it down into easy steps:
- Draw a big circle for the body of the apple.
- At the top center of the circle, draw a small rectangle or a line for the stem.
- Optionally, draw a small leaf at the base of the stem.
3. Allow students to practice drawing the shape of an apple on their own paper.
4. Walk around the room to offer help and encouragement.
**Activity:** (10 minutes)
1. Once students have drawn their apples, hand out red and green crayons or colored pencils.
2. Instruct students to color some apples red and others green.
3. Remind them to color within the lines and take their time.
4. Praise their efforts and creativity as they work.
**Conclusion:** (5 minutes)
1. Once students have completed their artwork, ask them to bring their drawings to the front and display them.
2. Discuss the different apples, emphasizing the colors.
3. Ask the students what color they used for each apple and if they remember why some apples are red and others are green.
4. End with a round of applause for everyone’s hard work.
**Assessment:**
- Observe students closely during the task to ensure they are participating and following instructions.
- Check their drawings for understanding of the apple shape and color distinction.
- Provide positive feedback and gentle guidance as needed.
**Extension Activity:**
- For early finishers or another day, you could have a "taste test" with actual red and green apple slices and discuss the taste differences.
- Alternatively, read a short story or sing a song about apples.
**Note to Teachers:**
- Be patient and provide lots of encouragement.
- Adapt instructions based on the students’ capabilities and offer one-on-one help as needed.
- Ensure a clean-up routine post-activity so students learn to take responsibility for their tools and workspace.