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.
Learning objective
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Success criteria
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National curriculum
Cross-curricular links
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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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
Montem Academy, Slough
Lift Shafton Primary, Barnsley
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026
