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Lesson 1: Clay

Exploring and understanding clay through manipulation and experimentation; developing small motor skills.

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Learning objectives

To explore clay and its properties.

EYFS outcomes

Physical development

Develop their small motor skills so that they can use a range of tools competently, safely and confidently.
Develop overall body-strength, balance, coordination and agility.

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.

Outcomes taken from Development Matters, 2021.

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

Before the lesson

Activity

Teacher notes

Key vocabulary

Prompts for learning

Observations

Next steps

To explore playdough and its properties.

Note any specific next steps for individual pupils.

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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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