Jordan
Three little pigs art
we were reading the story about the three little pigs, we had 4 stations, one group created a straw house, another did a stick house and 1 did a brick house. fun collaborative art ideas. Teacher will: Show an example of a 3D house and explain how to wrap boxes.
Guide children in creating their own designs.
Children will: Build their own houses using boxes, paper, and other materials.
• Developing fine motor skills through cutting, sticking, and handling materials.
• Working collaboratively in groups.
• Exploring textures, shapes, and materials to create art.
Children’s Prior Learning / Aitheantas d'fhoghlaim roimh ré:
• Familiarity with the story of The Three Little Pigs.
• Basic cutting, colouring, and sticking skills.
• Experience working in small groups.
Organisational Strategies for Teaching and Learning / Straitéisí Eagrúcháin don Teagasc agus don Fhoghlaim:
• Mixed-ability group work (4 groups).
• Materials set up on tables before the lesson.
• Teacher and SNA to support groups as needed.
Learning Outcomes / Torthaí Foghlama:
The children will be able to…
1. Create one of the Three Little Pigs houses or a flower using various materials.
2. Work together to complete a group project.
3. Explore different textures and materials creatively.
Resources / Acmhainní:
• Straw house: Sugar paper, paper straws, real straw, Pritt Stick.
• Stick house: Matchsticks, lollipop sticks, double-sided tape.
• Brick house: Red crayons, pre-cut square templates, Pritt Stick, sandpaper for the roof.
• Flowers: Buttons, bun cases, lollipop sticks, glue.
• General materials: scissors, glue, trays for holding materials.
Assessment Strategies / Straitéisí Measúnaithe:
• Observation of group collaboration and participation.
• Children’s use of materials and tools to complete their projects.
• Completed artworks reflecting effort and creativity.
Lesson Steps
Introduction / Réamhra:
Gather the children on the mat. Recap the story of The Three Little Pigs. Use prompts:
• "Who can remember the materials the pigs used to build their houses?"
• "Which house was the strongest?"
Explain the art activity:
• Each group will create one house (straw, stick, or brick) or flowers using materials.
• Emphasize teamwork and creativity.
Key Questions / Príomhcheisteanna:
• "What do you think you will need to make a straw house strong?"
• "How are the stick and brick houses different?"
• "How can you make your flower colourful and pretty?"
Development / Forbairt :
Straw House Group:
• Use sugar paper as the base.
• Glue paper straws and real farm straw to create the house.
Stick House Group:
• Use matchsticks and lollipop sticks to design a house on a base using double-sided tape.
Brick House Group:
• Colour pre-cut squares red, cut them out, and glue them onto a template to create a "brick wall." Use sandpaper for the roof.
Flower Group:
• Use bun cases as petals, buttons as the centre, and lollipop sticks as stems to make flowers.
Teacher and SNA Role:
• Move between groups to guide and support children, ensuring everyone participates.
• Monitor use of scissors and sticky materials for safety.
Key Questions / Príomhcheisteanna:
• "How can you make sure your house stays strong?"
• "What shapes do you see in your house or flower?"
• "Can you work together to finish your project?"
Closure / Críoch:
Gather all children back to the mat.
Discuss their creations: "Which house was easiest to make?" "What did you enjoy most about this activity?"
Display the houses and flowers in the classroom or art area.
Praise their teamwork and creativity.
Key Questions / Príomhcheisteanna:
• "What did you learn about working together today?"
• "Can you spot any materials in the classroom we could use for another house?"
