Example of Student Art Work:
5th Grade Clay Bobble Head Lesson
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Lesson:
Students learned classroom clay rules along with location, organization, and preparation of clay tools for this lesson. They were introduced to clay vocabulary and methods. They began this lesson with a simple pinch pot from a baseball size of clay. They were instructed through demonstration how to mold eye balls, eye lids, eye brows, nose, mouth, and ears. After they completed their head they moved onto the body. They were reminded how important balance and stability were in creating a functional bobble head. They created another pinch pot and added on details to finish their "bobbles" body. Before firing the clay the students needed to check the balance of their clay head by using their finger as a balance, and also creating a hole in their body using a clay tool so they could later support their head with a pencil. After firing the students learned about glazing and coats. They were required to complete three layers, and were taught about layering glazes to mix colors. The finished product was an exciting piece for students to take home. I reminded them to carry the pieces separately to avoid disastrous falls.