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Lesson 3: Prehistoric palette

Experimenting with spices and found natural materials to make paint and exploring the colours and effects that can be created.

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Show the children the image of a piece of charcoal.

Ask the children to recall the name of this material and what it was used for.

Extend the discussion by seeing if any children can recall how it is made. (Willow branches are baked and fired in a kiln.)

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Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School, Loughborough
Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School, Loughborough
Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School, Loughborough
Montem Academy in Slough
Montem Academy in Slough
Montem Academy in Slough
Montem Academy in Slough
Montem Academy in Slough

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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026

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