Lesson 3: Joining materials

Exploring techniques for joining paper and card; using a range of tools and equipment; making choices about which technique to use.

Learning objectives

  • To learn about the different ways in which we can join materials together and to practise these techniques.

EYFS outcomes

Physical development

  • Develop their small motor skills so that they can use a range of tools competently, safely and confidently.
  • ELG: Fine motor skills: Use a range of small tools, including scissors, paint brushes and cutlery.

Expressive arts and design

  • ELG: Creating with materials: Safely use and explore a variety of materials, tools and techniques, experimenting with colour, design, texture, form and function.

Characteristics of effective learning

  • Playing and exploring.
  • Active learning.

 

Outcomes taken from Development Matters, 2021.

ELGs taken from the Statutory framework for the EYFS, 2021.

Before the lesson

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Activity

Teacher notes

Key vocabulary

Prompts for learning

Observations

Next steps

To experiment with different ways to manipulate paper.

Note any specific next steps for individual pupils.

Created by:
Sophie Pickles EYFS,  
Art and design specialist
Sophie is an expert Early Years consultant. She has spent many years both teaching in Reception and leading, in her role of Head of Early Years and senior manager at an outstanding-rated, child-led setting. Sophie now works with many national educational…
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