### Lesson Plan: Introduction to Art
**Grade:** Primary 1
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Topic:** Introduction to Art
**Duration:** 45 minutes
#### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Understand what art is.
2. Identify different forms of art.
3. Recognize basic art materials.
4. Create a simple drawing.
#### Materials Needed:
- Colored pencils or crayons
- White drawing paper
- Examples of simple artworks (images of paintings, drawings, and sculptures)
- Flashcards with names and images of basic art materials (e.g., paintbrush, crayon, paper)
#### Activities:
1. **Introduction (5 minutes):**
- **Greeting:** Begin with a warm greeting to the students.
- **Discussion:** Ask the students if they know what art is. Encourage them to share their thoughts.
- **Definition:** Explain that art is a way of expressing feelings and ideas through drawing, painting, music, and dance.
2. **Exploring Forms of Art (10 minutes):**
- **Show Examples:** Present images of different forms of art (paintings, drawings, sculptures).
- **Discussion:** Briefly describe each form of art shown and ask students what they notice or like about each example.
- **Activity:** Use flashcards to identify and label basic art materials used in these forms of art.
3. **Hands-on Activity (20 minutes):**
- **Drawing Time:** Distribute colored pencils/crayons and drawing paper.
- **Instruction:** Ask students to draw something they like, such as a house, tree, or their family.
- **Assistance:** Move around the class, offering help and encouragement where needed.
4. **Show and Tell (5 minutes):**
- **Sharing:** Invite a few students to come to the front of the class and show their drawings.
- **Discussion:** Ask them to explain what they drew and why.
5. **Conclusion (5 minutes):**
- **Recap:** Summarize the lesson by highlighting the definition of art, different forms of art, and naming a few basic art materials.
- **Praise:** Praise students for their creativity and effort.
- **Home Assignment:** Ask students to think about what they would like to draw next time in class and bring one art material (a crayon, colored pencil, etc.) from home for the next lesson.
#### Evaluation:
- Observe student participation during discussions and presentations.
- Check their drawings for basic understanding and creativity.
- Assess their ability to recognize and name basic art materials during the activity.
#### Notes:
- Emphasize that there is no right or wrong in art; it’s all about expressing themselves freely.
- Encourage a positive, supportive atmosphere where all students feel comfortable sharing their work.
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This lesson plan aims to introduce Primary 1 students to the world of art in a simple and engaging way. Through visual examples and hands-on activities, students will begin to appreciate art and feel motivated to create their own works.