Lesson 1: Structural shapes
Considering the definition of 'sculpture' and learning simple techniques for turning 2D card shapes into 3D structures.
Learning objective
This content is for subscribers only. Join for access today.
Success criteria
This content is for subscribers only. Join for access today.
National curriculum
Cross-curricular links
Before the lesson
This content is for subscribers only. Join for access today.
Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Before starting this unit you might want to check children can recall:
How to make choices about which materials and techniques to use to create an effect.
How to use hands and tools with confidence when cutting, shaping and joining paper, card and malleable materials.
Develop observational skills to look closely and aim to reflect some of the formal elements of art (colour, pattern, texture, line, shape, form and space) in their work.
This content is for subscribers only. Join for access today.
Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
Vocabulary definitions
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
Burnt Tree Primary School, Oldbury
Burnt Tree Primary School, Oldbury
Burnt Tree Primary School, Oldbury
Burnt Tree Primary School, Oldbury
This content is for subscribers only. Join for access today.
Created by:
Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026
