Sand Collage for Pre-School Level 4

Class: Pre-School Level 4

Term: Third Term

Week: 3

Age: 5 years

Duration: 30 minutes

Subject: Creativity

Curriculum Theme: Creativity

Previous Lesson: Drawing and colouring pictures of animals.

Topic: SAND COLLAGE

Subject Matter: SAND COLLAGE.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• Identify sand and a picture of a donkey.
• Explain the simple process of sieving sand.
• State the materials needed for a sand collage.

Affective Domain

• Show interest and enjoyment in creating a sand collage.
• Appreciate the use of natural materials for art.
• Listen attentively to instructions.

Psychomotor Domain

• Sieve sand carefully using a sieve.
• Apply bond gum neatly onto a donkey picture.
• Sprinkle sand onto the gummed picture to create a collage.

Social Domain

• Share materials like sand and sieves with classmates.
• Take turns during activities.

Reference Materials

• NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 4.
• Relevant Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) resources.
• Pictures and real objects of sand and a donkey.

Instructional Materials

• Fine, clean sand
• Pictures of a donkey (pre-drawn on paper or cardboard for each child)
• Small sieves (one for every 2-3 pupils, or enough for individual use)
• Bond gum (PVA glue) or other child-safe adhesive
• Small brushes or spreaders for gum application
• Trays or old newspapers to catch excess sand
• Small bowls or containers for sieved sand

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps 5-year-old pupils develop their fine motor skills through sieving and applying sand, enhancing their hand-eye coordination. It also encourages creativity and sensory exploration by using natural materials like sand to create art, fostering appreciation for textures and artistic expression.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils can identify some common animals, know what sand is, and have used glue or adhesive in previous art activities.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

SAND COLLAGE

A sand collage is a picture or artwork made by sticking sand onto a surface, usually with glue.

Materials for Sand Collage

• Sand: We use clean, fine sand.
• Picture: Today we will use a picture of a donkey.
• Gum: We use bond gum to stick the sand.
• Sieve: To make the sand very fine and clean.

What is Sieving?

Sieving is shaking sand through a tool with small holes (a sieve) to remove big stones or dirt and make the sand smooth and fine.

Steps to Make a Sand Collage (with a Donkey Picture)

1. Prepare the sand: Sieve the sand to make it fine and clean.
2. Prepare the picture: Have your donkey picture ready.
3. Apply gum: Carefully spread bond gum on the parts of the donkey picture where you want the sand to stick.
4. Sprinkle sand: Gently sprinkle the sieved sand over the gummed areas.
5. Shake off excess: Lightly tap the paper to shake off any loose sand.
6. Let it dry: Allow your sand collage to dry completely.

Key Words

• Sand – tiny, loose grains of rock found on beaches or deserts.
• Donkey – an animal similar to a horse, often used for carrying loads.
• Sieve – a tool with small holes used to separate fine particles from larger ones.
• Collage – an artwork made by sticking different materials onto a surface.
• Gum – a sticky substance used for gluing things together.

What the Teacher Should Show or Draw

• Display a clear picture of a donkey.
• Show a small pile of unsieved sand and a sieve.
• Demonstrate the action of sieving sand.
• Show a pre-prepared donkey picture.
• Demonstrate how to apply gum carefully to a part of the donkey.
• Demonstrate how to sprinkle sieved sand over the gummed area.
• Show a finished sand collage of a donkey.

Sand Art Rhyme

Tune: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

Lyrics:

Sand, sand, soft and brown,
We can find it all around.
Sieve it, sieve it, make it fine,
Now our donkey will shine!
Gum it, gum it, stick it tight,
Making art, oh what a sight!

Actions:

Line 1: Rub hands together like sand.

Line 2: Look around.

Line 3: Make sieving motion with hands.

Line 4: Point to the donkey picture.

Line 5: Make gluing motion.

Line 6: Clap hands, show excitement.

How to use the rhyme: Sing the rhyme before starting the collage activity to get pupils excited and to reinforce the key steps of sieving and gluing sand.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

• Demonstration
• Guided Practice
• Play-based Learning
• Practical Activity
• Question and Answer
• Repetition
• Songs and Rhymes

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engagement/Recall

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and leads a short song about animals. The teacher then asks pupils if they remember what sand is and where we can find it. The teacher introduces the topic: “Today, we are going to make a beautiful picture using sand! It’s called a Sand Collage.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, sing along, and share their ideas about sand.

Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and recall prior knowledge about sand.

Step 2: Identification and Discussion

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Identification/Observation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows pupils a picture of a donkey and asks them to identify it. The teacher also shows a small amount of sand and asks pupils to identify it and describe how it feels (rough, fine). The teacher explains that donkeys are strong animals and we will make a picture of one with sand.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify the donkey and the sand, and describe the sand’s texture.

Learning Point: Pupils correctly identify sand and a donkey, and engage their senses.

Step 3: Sieving Demonstration

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Modelling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the importance of clean, fine sand for the collage. The teacher demonstrates how to sieve sand using a sieve over a tray or newspaper, showing how the fine sand falls through and larger particles are left behind. The teacher explains that this makes the sand smooth for our art.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration carefully.

Learning Point: Pupils understand the purpose and method of sieving sand.

Step 4: Guided Sieving Practice

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Supervision

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher distributes small portions of unsieved sand and sieves to groups of pupils. The teacher guides them to sieve the sand into their individual bowls or onto newspaper, reminding them to be gentle and careful. The teacher sings the “Sand Art Rhyme” to encourage them.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils actively participate in sieving the sand under the teacher’s guidance.

Learning Point: Pupils develop fine motor skills and learn to sieve sand practically.

Step 5: Collage Demonstration

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Step-by-step instruction

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows a donkey picture and demonstrates how to apply bond gum to specific parts of the donkey (e.g., the body). Then, the teacher shows how to gently sprinkle the sieved sand over the gummed area. The teacher explains to let it sit for a moment before shaking off the excess into a tray.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the teacher’s demonstration of applying gum and sand.

Learning Point: Pupils understand the steps for making the sand collage.

Step 6: Guided Collage Practice

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Facilitation/Individual support

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher distributes donkey pictures and bond gum to each pupil. The teacher guides pupils to apply gum to their donkey pictures and then sprinkle the sieved sand. The teacher moves around, offering help and encouragement, reminding them to be neat and gentle. The “Sand Art Rhyme” can be repeated.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils create their sand collages, applying gum and sand to their donkey pictures.

Learning Point: Pupils apply the learned skills to create their own sand collages, developing creativity and fine motor control.

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.

1. “What is this material we used today?” (Shows sand)
2. “What animal did we make a picture of?” (Points to a donkey picture)
3. “Show me how you sieved the sand.” (Asks pupils to mimic the action)
4. “Show me your beautiful sand donkey collage.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes

Teaching Skill: Summarization/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their hard work and beautiful sand collages. The teacher reminds them to let their collages dry completely. The teacher leads a final song or chant about being creative.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils tidy up their work area, put away materials, and participate in the final song.

Learning Point: Pupils feel a sense of accomplishment and learn about cleaning up after activities.

Lesson Keywords

• Sand – tiny grains of rock.
• Donkey – an animal like a small horse.
• Sieve – a tool with holes to separate things.
• Collage – art made by sticking things.
• Gum – sticky glue.

Differentiation

• Support:
  • For pupils struggling with sieving, provide larger sieves or pre-sieved sand.
  • For those finding it hard to apply gum, offer hand-over-hand guidance or use gum in a squeeze bottle for easier application.
  • Provide donkey pictures with clear, bold outlines for easier gum application.
• Extension:
  • Encourage advanced pupils to draw their own simple donkey outline before applying gum and sand.
  • Ask pupils to identify other natural materials that could be used for collages (e.g., small leaves, tiny pebbles).
  • Challenge them to make a sand collage of another simple animal they know.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have enough clean, fine sand. If the sand is coarse, you might need to sieve it beforehand or provide sieves with larger holes. Prepare the donkey pictures in advance, ensuring they are on sturdy paper or card. Set up individual workstations with trays or old newspapers to manage the mess from the sand. Emphasize to pupils that the gum should be spread evenly but not too thickly, and the sand should be sprinkled gently. Supervise closely during the sieving and gluing stages to ensure safety and proper technique. Encourage pupils to take their time and enjoy the process. Observe their fine motor skills, ability to follow instructions, and their creativity. Praise effort and participation, not just the “perfect” outcome. Remind pupils that they need to let their collages dry completely before handling them too much.