Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Before this lesson, ensure you have enough pre-drawn pig outlines on paper, peach crayons, and pictures of pigs for each child or group. The central idea is for pupils to correctly identify a pig, make its sound, and colour it neatly with the specific peach crayon. Observe pupils holding their crayons correctly and colouring within the lines to show successful learning.
Class: Pre-School Level 3
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 4 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Creativity
Curriculum Theme: Creativity
Previous Lesson: Not separately stated in the scheme.
Topic: Colouring a Pig
Subject Matter: Colouring a Pig
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain
- Identify a pig from a picture or object.
- State the sound a pig makes.
- Recognise the colour peach.
Affective Domain
- Show interest in learning about pigs and colouring.
- Listen attentively to instructions.
- Participate in classroom activities.
Psychomotor Domain
- Make the “oink” sound of a pig.
- Hold a crayon correctly.
- Colour a pig outline neatly with a peach crayon.
Social Domain
- Share colouring materials with classmates (if applicable).
- Take turns during discussions.
Reference Materials
- NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 3
- Early Childhood Care and Education resources
Instructional Materials
- Pictures or flashcards of a pig
- Pre-drawn outlines of a pig on paper (one for each pupil)
- Peach/pink crayons
- Other coloured crayons for comparison
- Plasticine (as per seed, can be used for modelling a pig if time permits or as a tactile aid)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps 4-year-olds develop their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through colouring. It also reinforces animal identification, colour recognition, and encourages creativity, which are essential for early childhood development and preparing them for more complex tasks.Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils can recognise some common animals, identify basic colours, and have some experience holding crayons and making marks on paper.Lesson Content/Board Summary
COLOURING A PIG
A pig is a farm animal. It has a snout and a curly tail. Pigs usually make a sound like “Oink! Oink!” The common colour of a pig is peach or light pink. To colour a pig nicely:- Hold your crayon firmly but gently.
- Choose the peach crayon.
- Colour inside the lines of the pig outline.
- Try to colour in one direction for a neat finish.
Key Words
- Pig – A farm animal that says “oink”.
- Peach – A light pinkish-orange colour, like a pig.
- Colour – To fill in an outline with crayon.
- Oink – The sound a pig makes.
Piggy Colouring Rhyme
Tune: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Lyrics:
Little pig, so pink and round,
Oink, oink, oink, a happy sound.
With my peach crayon, I will try,
To colour you beneath the sky.
Little pig, so neat and bright,
Colour you with all my might!
Actions: Point to a pig picture, make a circle with hands, make “oink” sound, pretend to colour, nod head.
Watch and Learn About Pigs
💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary
How to teach the content: Begin by showing a picture of a pig and asking pupils what animal it is. Discuss its features briefly and ask them to make the sound a pig makes. Introduce the colour peach and explain that pigs are often this colour. Demonstrate how to hold the crayon and colour neatly within an outline.
What to show or demonstrate: Show a clear picture of a pig. Demonstrate making the “oink” sound. Hold up a peach crayon and compare it to other colours. On a large outline of a pig, demonstrate colouring slowly and carefully within the lines, moving the crayon in one direction.
How to use the rhyme/song: Sing the “Piggy Colouring Rhyme” together, using the suggested actions. Repeat it a few times to help pupils remember the pig’s sound and colour. This can be used as a transition or a fun break.
How to use the video: Introduce the video by telling pupils they will watch and learn more about pigs. Play the video. After watching, ask simple questions like “What sound does the pig make?” or “What does the pig look like?” to reinforce learning.
What to watch for: Observe pupils’ crayon grip and their ability to colour within the lines. Encourage those struggling with gentle hand-over-hand guidance. Praise effort and neatness.
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
- Play-based Learning
- Demonstration
- Guided Practice
- Songs and Rhymes
- Picture Talk
- Question and Answer
- Practical Activity
Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Engagement/Recall
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and leads a short welcome song. The teacher then shows a picture of a pig and asks, “What animal is this?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, sing along, and try to identify the animal in the picture.
Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and introduced to the topic of pigs.
Step 2: Identifying a Pig and Its Sound
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Identification/Sound Mimicry
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher confirms it’s a pig, discusses its simple features (snout, tail), and asks pupils to make the sound a pig makes. The teacher demonstrates the “oink” sound.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, point to features, and try to make the “oink” sound like a pig.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify a pig and mimic its sound.
Step 3: Colour Recognition (Peach)
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Colour Identification
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher holds up the peach crayon and asks, “What colour is this?” The teacher explains that pigs are usually this colour. The teacher may show other crayons for comparison.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify the peach colour and repeat its name. They observe the different crayons.
Learning Point: Pupils recognise the peach colour as the colour of a pig.
Step 4: Demonstration of Colouring
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Modelling/Fine Motor Skills
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher distributes pre-drawn pig outlines and peach crayons. The teacher demonstrates on a large outline how to hold the crayon correctly and colour neatly within the lines, moving in one direction.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils receive their papers and crayons, observe the teacher’s demonstration, and practice holding their crayons.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the correct way to hold a crayon and the technique for neat colouring.
Step 5: Guided Practice with Rhyme and Video
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement/Engagement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads the “Piggy Colouring Rhyme” with actions. Then, the teacher plays the short video about pigs, encouraging pupils to watch and listen for pig sounds and appearance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils sing the rhyme with actions and watch the video, responding to simple questions about the pig’s sound or look after the video.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their knowledge of pigs, their sounds, and their appearance through rhyme and visual media.
Step 6: Pupil Activity – Colouring the Pig
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Supervised Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher instructs pupils to start colouring their pig outlines with their peach crayons. The teacher moves around, providing individual guidance, encouragement, and correction where needed (e.g., crayon grip, staying within lines).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils colour their pig outlines carefully with the peach crayon.
Learning Point: Pupils apply their fine motor skills and colour recognition to complete the activity.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.
- “What animal did we colour today?”
- “What sound does a pig make?”
- “What colour did we use to colour the pig?”
- The teacher asks pupils to show their coloured pigs.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill by showing their coloured pigs.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson by identifying the pig, its sound, its colour, and showing their work.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Consolidation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their good work and neat colouring. The teacher reminds them to always colour neatly and puts away materials. The teacher leads a closing song.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils tidy up their materials and sing the closing song.
Learning Point: Pupils feel a sense of accomplishment and learn to tidy up after activities.
Lesson Keywords
- Pig – A common farm animal.
- Peach – A light pinkish-orange colour.
- Colour – To fill in a picture with crayons or paint.
- Oink – The sound a pig makes.
Differentiation
- Support: For pupils who struggle with crayon grip, provide hand-over-hand assistance. Offer pig outlines with thicker lines or larger sections to colour. Provide extra verbal prompts for identifying the peach colour.
- Extension: Encourage pupils who finish quickly and neatly to draw a simple fence around their pig or add a sun and grass. Ask them to identify other farm animals they know and make their sounds.
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