Create patterned collages using felt pens and patterned kitchen roll sheets.
What will my children learn?
During this lesson your children will –
See how colours can blend to create further colours – deepening their understanding of colour mixing and visual blending.
Observe how ink spreads when touched by water, introducing them to the concept of absorption and diffusion, sharpening their focus and attention to detail.
Draw and follow patterns, encouraging creativity in mark-making, exploring repetition, rhythm, and balance.
Experiment by dropping water and observing the results, developing foundational scientific skills.
Choose colours, draw patterns and use droppers, enhancing coordination and control.
Assemble the final collage by cutting, arranging, layering, and gluing – supporting practical artistic techniques.
Explore the unpredictability of water and ink blending, allowing them to let go of control and embrace surprises – developing confidence and emotional flexibility.
Create a unique, visually striking collage from simple materials, building pride and reinforcing the value of process over perfection.