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Lesson 1: Exploring junk modelling

Children learn about the names and use of various craft tools and materials for junk modelling and explore ways to manipulate materials to create different effects.

Learning objective

To explore and investigate the tools and materials in the junk modelling area.

EYFS outcomes

Physical development

Develop 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

Explore, use and refine a variety of artistic effects to express ideas and feelings.
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.

Classroom resources

Before the lesson

Activity

Teacher notes

Key vocabulary

Prompts for learning

Observations

Next steps

To practise cutting and scissor skills.

Note any specific next steps for individual pupils.

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Created by:

Sophie Pickles (EYFS),

Design and Technology 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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