Straw Stamped Shamrocks

Lesson plan developed by Ms. Erika Geelhoed, BA Ed.

Activity:

Age Group:

Toddler

* Lesson plan objectives and assessments can be adapted to use this activity with preschooler.

Straw Stamped Shamrocks

Objectives:

CDA Competency Standard:

II.7.1a

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

Materials:

Procedure:

Place the paper, paint and straws in an appropriate area.
Invite the toddler to create with you
After the child is done, allow the paint to dry.
Use a shamrock template as a stencil by tracing around it with a pen or a pencil.
Cut out the shamrocks and display them around your classroom for parents and guests to see

Assessment:

Observe and record the child’s fine motor skills. Did they control the straw and use it as a stamp? Be sure to take pictures of the activity to place with the finished piece.

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