Making and colouring a simple paper craft for Primary 1

Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 5
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural & Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Arts and Crafts
Focal competence: Using paper to create and colour simple crafts
Key competencies/values: Critical Thinking; Creativity and Innovation

Skills:

• Making paper crafts

Previous Lesson: Materials used for simple paper crafts
Topic: Paper Crafts: Making And Colouring
Subject Matter: Making, colouring a simple paper craft

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain

• Identify materials needed for simple paper craft.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the fun in making paper crafts.
• Show interest in decorating their paper crafts.

Psychomotor Domain

• Make a simple paper craft by folding, cutting, or tearing.
• Colour or decorate the paper craft neatly.
• Assemble a paper craft from prepared pieces.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Cultural and Creative Arts for Primary 1, Pupil’s Book
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• White and colourful paper
• Sample of a simple paper craft (e.g., a paper boat, fan, or simple animal)
• Non-toxic adhesives (paper gum /glues, etc.)
• Child-safe scissors (optional, if pupils are guided to use them)
• Crayons or colour pencils
• Teacher-made example or chart showing steps

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson introduces pupils to the basic skills of paper crafting, fostering their creativity and fine motor skills. Engaging in paper craft activities helps children develop hand-eye coordination and the ability to follow instructions. It also provides an avenue for self-expression through colouring and decoration.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils can identify different colours and have some experience handling paper, crayons, and glue.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Paper Crafts: Making And Colouring

What is Paper Craft?

Paper craft is making beautiful things using paper. We can fold, cut, tear, or glue paper to create different shapes and objects.

Steps to Make a Simple Paper Craft (e.g., a paper boat)

1. Get a piece of paper.
2. Fold the paper carefully following the teacher’s steps.
3. Cut or tear parts of the paper if needed (with help).
4. Glue parts together to form the craft.
5. Colour or decorate your craft with crayons or pencils.
6. Make sure your craft is neat and tidy.

Decorating Your Paper Craft

After making the craft, we can make it look more beautiful by:

1. Using crayons or colour pencils to add colours.
2. Drawing patterns or designs on it.
3. Adding small pieces of coloured paper.

Displaying Your Work

When your paper craft is finished and dry, you can:

1. Show it to your friends and teacher.
2. Take it home to show your family.
3. Hang it up in the classroom.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Demonstration, Guided Practice, Practical Activity, Question and Answer, Explanation, Observation

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging/Activating Prior Knowledge

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows pupils a sample of a simple paper craft (e.g., a paper boat, fan, or animal) and asks them what it is made of. The teacher then introduces the topic: “Today, we are going to learn how to make and colour our own simple paper crafts!”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the sample craft and respond to the teacher’s questions, expressing excitement.

Learning Point: Introduction to paper craft

Step 2: Identifying Materials

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Identification/Instruction

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays all the materials needed (paper, glue, crayons, sample craft) and names each one, explaining its use. “We need paper, glue, and colours to make our craft.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify the materials as the teacher names them and listen to their uses.

Learning Point: Craft materials identification

Step 3: Teacher Demonstration of Craft Making

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Modelling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher slowly demonstrates how to make a simple paper craft (e.g., a paper boat or a simple fan) step-by-step, explaining each fold, cut (if any, with safety emphasis), or glue application. “Watch carefully as I fold the paper like this.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration carefully, paying attention to each step.

Learning Point: Paper craft demonstration

Step 4: Guided Craft Making

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher distributes paper to each pupil and guides them to follow the steps demonstrated earlier, providing assistance as needed. “Now, let’s all fold our paper together. First fold…”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt to make the paper craft, following the teacher’s instructions and seeking help when necessary.

Learning Point: Craft making practice

Step 5: Decorating the Craft

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Application/Creativity

Teacher’s Activity: Once the basic craft is formed, the teacher instructs pupils to colour and decorate their crafts using crayons or colour pencils. “Now, let’s make our crafts beautiful with colours!”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils colour and decorate their paper crafts creatively.

Learning Point: Craft colouring and decoration

Step 6: Finishing and Display

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement/Neatness

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reminds pupils to ensure their crafts are neat and tidy. The teacher then asks pupils to show their completed work to the class. “Make sure your craft is neat. Now, show us what you made!”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils check for neatness and proudly display their finished paper crafts.

Learning Point: Neat craft finishing

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. What did we make today?
2. What materials did we use?
3. Show me your colourful paper craft.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Craft making assessment

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes about making and colouring paper crafts into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Notes copying

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Consolidation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their efforts and creativity, reiterating the fun and skill involved in making paper crafts. The teacher encourages them to practice making more crafts at home. “Well done, everyone! Keep practicing and making beautiful things with paper.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s encouragement and prepare for the next lesson.

Learning Point: Lesson summary and encouragement

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Take your paper craft home and show it to your parents. Then, try to make another simple paper craft (like a paper hat or a simple flower) with their help, using any paper you can find.

1. Show your craft to your family.
2. Try to make another simple paper craft.
3. Bring your new craft to school next week.

Lesson Keywords

• Paper – Material used for writing and drawing.
• Craft – Something made by hand.
• Fold – To bend paper over on itself.
• Colour – To add different shades with crayons or pencils.
• Glue – Sticky substance used to join paper.

Differentiation

For weaker learners, the teacher can provide pre-cut paper or partially folded crafts to simplify the process, focusing more on colouring and decoration. Faster learners can be challenged to create a more complex paper craft or to add more intricate designs and details to their work.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further visual learning, search on YouTube for: “Primary 1 simple paper craft tutorial” or “How to make paper boat for kids”.

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, gather all necessary materials: white and colourful paper, non-toxic adhesives, crayons/colour pencils, and a sample paper craft. Prepare a simple paper craft example to demonstrate clearly. During the lesson, ensure a calm and supportive environment. Guide pupils through each step of folding, cutting (if applicable, with strict safety rules), and gluing. Emphasise neatness and encourage creativity in colouring and decorating. Allow sufficient time for pupils to complete their crafts, providing individual assistance where needed. Pupils should copy the Board Summary notes into their notebooks after the practical activity and evaluation. Conclude by reinforcing the joy of creating and encouraging further practice.