Lesson 3: Applying skills in clay

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1. Recap and recall

Display the Quiz: Applying skills in clay to recall some of the key clay-making skills learned in the previous lesson.

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Assessment – Art and design Y2: Sculpture and 3D: Clay houses Lesson 1: Exploring clay Lesson 2: Pinch pots

Lesson 3: Applying skills in clay

Lesson 4: Designing a tile Lesson 5: House tiles

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Lesson 3: Applying skills in clay

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