Lesson 3: Prehistoric Palette (free lesson)

After experimenting with the colours and effects that can be created using natural materials, pupils make their own paints using spices and objects found on a nature walk

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify and collect coloured natural items to paint with

  • Investigate which natural items make the most successful colours

  • Create paints using all natural ingredients as cave artists did

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