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Lesson 1: Inspired by the rainforest

Immersing in the sights and sounds of the rainforest, children are inspired to create a series of drawings, forming their ideas into a mood board.
A Red eyed tree frog sitting on a green leaf

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Before starting this unit you might want to check children can recall:

  • How to use a sketchbook to research a subject using different techniques and materials to present ideas.

  • How to produce and select an effective final design.

  • How to use of a range of materials and tools, selecting and using these appropriately with more independence.

  • How to use of a range of materials and tools, selecting and using these appropriately with more independence.

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Example work

Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Montem Academy, Slough
Lift Shafton Primary, Barnsley

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