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Marbled Hot Air Balloons

Lesson Plan:

​Activity:

Marbled Hot Air Balloons 

Lesson plan developed by Ms. Erika Geelhoed, BA Ed

Age Group:

Mobile Infants

* Lesson plan objective and assessment can be adapted to use this activity with toddlers or preschoolers.

Objectives:  

Child will:

• develop gross motor skills
• engage in a new art activity

CDA Competency Standard:   

II.7.2a

• Activities and materials encourage children to express themselves through the visual arts
  • a) Art materials and activities are available for children daily 

Marbled Hot Air Balloons

Materials: 

• Hot air balloon template (click here)
• Paint
• Paper
• String
• Glue
• Marbles
• Container with removable lid
• Duct tape

Procedure: 

1. Cut a piece of paper into the shape of a hot air balloon using the template provided. Place the paper, desired paint colors, and marbles into the container. Close the lid and secure with duct tape to prevent the child from opening it.
2. Introduce the container to the child and encourage them to shake it.
3. After a few minutes, remove the paper from the container and allow it to dry.
4. Glue the dried hot air balloon on a piece of paper. Cut string into 2 small pieces and glue on the paper (these will act as the ropes). Cut a small piece of paper and glue below the sting (this will act as the basket). 

Assessment: 

• Observe and record the child’s gross motor skills. How did they shake the container? Take pictures during the activity to go with the finished piece. ​

Note:  Please provide appropriate supervision to the children in your care when completing all activities. You will need to decide what types of activities are safe for the children in your care.  Appropriate and reasonable caution should be used when providing art and sensory experiences for children.  Infants require special caution, only use non-toxic materials, and do not allow infants to put things in their mouths that are a choking hazard. ​ 

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