To support class theme of "Water".

To explore water and its properties.

Water can be used to reflect images.

To look at how other artists have used reflection in their work with water.

To produce simple paintings with a reflection, linked to paper folding with a line of symmetry.

Use ICT to record their creative work

To visit the local canal and take pictures so that we can discuss the reflections seen.

If possible take pictures over a period of time so that light and shade is different.

Children work in groups to study a photograph or painting then make a list of interesting words to accompany it.

Children prepare their papers by applying a wash either using sponges or large brushes. When paper is dry children fold into a half. This is their line of symmetry. Also remind them that they have two halves, and that they will apply the paint to the top half.

To use their painting to produce a similar picture using a graphics package.

To compare both pieces of work and discuss both methods used to produce them.

Class work.

Group work.

Individual tasks.

Paired/individual task.

Camera.

Digital camera.

Selection of pictures, paintings, photographs for discussion.

Paper.

Pens/pencils.

Aprons.

Paint, pots, sponges, brushes (various).

Powder paint or ready mixed.

Computer.

Graphics package: Tiny Draw.

Can the child:

Use appropriate vocabulary to describe a picture?

Use the term reflection and with understanding?

Talk about a picture/photograph and describe it using appropriate vocabulary?

Say if they like it or not giving reasons to support their answer?

Handle materials confidently?

Use tools efficiently?

Make suitable choices?

Follow instructions?

Talk about their painting and what they did?

Use a range of tools in a simple graphics package to design a symmetrical picture or pattern?

Talk about their choices and why they were made?

Evaluate the use of ICT when designing?