Activity Introduction
Have you ever imagined what the world might be like without colour? It’s lucky you don’t have to! We’re surrounded by colour everywhere. Your challenge is to spend some time finding colours in the world around you, then using those colours to make a picture.
Safety advice: In this activity you will be going outside and standing or sitting in one spot where you will look around and identify as many colours as you can. Before heading outside check with your parents/caregivers if there are any rules for being outside that you need to know about.
Younger kids will need support to complete this activity.
Ideal for: Lower Primary Ages 5-8
Themes:
- fresh air
- be creative
Time required: 20-30 minutes
Curriculum connections: Visual Arts, Critical and Creative Thinking
If your kid/s have trouble staying still, you might like to put a small mat or some masking tape on the spot they have chosen. This helps them remember where they should be. You might also like to set a timer for the observation component of this task.
If the weather is poor or you don’t have any safe outdoor space, this activity could be completed indoors or gazing from a window.
When making artworks, ensure there is enough space for your kid/s to spread out and consider putting some newspaper down to protect your surfaces. You might like to set up a space outside where they can complete this activity. If you’re feeling really brave, you might let them use non-toxic paint.
EYLF to Year 2 Learning Outcome:
- Years F to 2 Visual Arts: ACAVAM106
ELC-focused lesson:
A world of colour
- Drawing paper
- Coloured pencils, marker pens, crayons or paints
- Colour Observation Worksheet
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