How to make a head of a lion out of clay

Here’s how to make a head of a lion out of clay with video demonstrations and easy to follow, child friendly, step by step instructions. This project can be used alongside nature/animal/habitat topics or just as something fun to make! Ideal as part of an art day/art week. It also works well as a one to one activity or in small groups.

Suitable for children aged 7 and upwards including SEN children and any child needing additional support. If you are new to clay, allow a whole afternoon to make this project if you can.

This project is made using four basic shapes, a ball, a bean, a sausage and a carrot shape. There are video demonstrations as well as powerpoint step by step instructions included in this resource.

What you need:
clay
pencils
lolly sticks
wooden forks (optional)
pots of slip or water
paintbrushes
acrylic paints

What you get:
Powerpoint step by step instructions - ‘I can make a head of a lion’
Powerpoint step by step instructions - ‘How to paint your lion’
Video showing how to make a head of a lion
Video showing how to paint your lion
Video showing how to make four basic shapes
Video showing how to press your clay flat

Information for teachers:
How the projects work
Things you will need
Lesson plan
Preparing for your workshop (including tips for decorating)
Health and Safety
How to recycle your clay
Handling clay
Looking after your clay
Certificate of Achievement

These projects help children learn and practice basic skills which can then be used to create their own projects and enhance their own creativity. Although your children are making the same project, they will all look different.