### Lesson Plan for Cultural and Creative Arts: Drawing and Colouring of Toys
**Grade Level:** Nursery 1
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Topic:** Drawing and Colouring of Toys
**Duration:** 40 minutes
**Objectives:**
1. Introduce students to basic shapes and lines used in drawing.
2. Develop fine motor skills through drawing and colouring.
3. Encourage creativity and self-expression.
4. Familiarize students with various types of toys.
**Materials Needed:**
- Drawing paper
- Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
- Examples of simple toy drawings (like a ball, teddy bear, or toy car)
- Real toys as visual aids
- Erasers
**Lesson Preparation:**
- Prepare a sample drawing of different toys.
- Arrange toy models or pictures of toys for students to observe.
- Ensure all art supplies are readily available for the children.
**Lesson Steps:**
**1. Introduction (5 minutes):**
- **Greeting:** Welcome the students with a warm greeting.
- **Discussion:**
- Briefly discuss different types of toys (e.g., balls, teddy bears, toy cars).
- Show the students some real toys or pictures and ask them to identify them.
- Encourage students to talk about their favorite toys.
**2. Demonstration (10 minutes):**
- **Teacher's demonstration:**
- Draw a simple toy (like a ball or teddy bear) on the board.
- Explain the use of basic shapes (circle, square, rectangle) to draw the toy.
- Show how to colour the toy using different colours.
**3. Guided Practice (10 minutes):**
- Distribute drawing paper and crayons/markers to each student.
- Ask the students to choose their favorite toy to draw.
- Walk around the classroom, offering assistance and encouragement.
- Emphasize the importance of using different colors and being creative.
**4. Independent Practice (10 minutes):**
- Allow students to continue working on their drawings independently.
- Provide positive reinforcement and gentle guidance where needed.
- Encourage students to add details and colours to make their drawings unique.
**5. Sharing and Discussion (5 minutes):**
- Invite students to come to the front and share their drawings with the class.
- Discuss the different toys drawn and colours used.
- Provide positive feedback and praise for their efforts.
**6. Conclusion (5 minutes):**
- Recap the lesson, highlighting what was learned about drawing and colouring toys.
- Congratulate the students on their creativity and hard work.
- Encourage them to keep practising drawing and exploring their creativity at home.
**Assessment:**
- Observe students during the activity to assess their engagement and ability to follow instructions.
- Evaluate the finished drawings for use of shapes, creativity, and effort.
**Follow-Up Activity:**
- Assign a simple homework task: Ask students to draw another favourite toy at home and bring it to the next class for a mini art exhibition.
**Reflections:**
- Note what worked well during the lesson and any challenges faced.
- Plan for any adjustments needed in future lessons based on observations and feedback.
By fostering a fun and supportive environment, students will not only develop their artistic skills but also their ability to express themselves creatively.