Formal Elements of Pattern – This is a topic that is two to three lessons long. Resource is a PowerPoint, differentiated objectives of Core, Challenge and Excellence; included is a lesson plan that can be printed off so pupil notes and information can be added for teaching files. It has an extension task designed into the lesson for the faster paced pupils. Suitable for Y6, 7, 8 Differentiated – clear success criteria.

RMS Titanic Activity – This is a perfect activity to introduce Titanic as a topic or to be used as a comprehension task. Activity has pupils reading text with challenging vocabulary and answering a series of question. Questions have a point value to encourage in-depth answers, copy of answers included. Suitable for Y6,7, 8

Tutankhamun Activity – This is a perfect activity to introduce Egypt as a topic or to be used as a comprehension task. Activity has pupils reading text with challenging vocabulary and answering a series of question. Questions have a point value to encourage in-depth answers, copy of answers included. Suitable for Y6,7, 8

Henri Matisse Homework – This is a week/fortnight piece of homework that has pupils researching an artist and creating a simple A4 presentation. Presentation, written and drawn elements included along with success criteria which informs and challenges the pupils. Suitable for Y7, 8

Pablo Picasso Homework – This is a fortnight piece of homework that has pupils researching an artist and creating an A3 presentation. Presentation, written and drawn elements included along with success criteria which informs and challenges the pupils. Pictures are included – which can be handed out to the pupils or you can edit the homework saying they have to research and print their own - I have found it better to provide the pictures with lower ability pupils. Suitable for Y7, 8

Formal Elements Challenge – This is a cover lesson that can be one or two lessons. It has an extension task that encourages literacy within art, which also has pupils analysing their work. It works well across a range of abilities – each pupil has a copy of the criteria on the sheet, so the expectations are clear at all times. Suitable for Y6, 7, 8 Differentiated – clear success criteria.

Lesson prompt for basic literacy and numeracy. Perfect for transition/intervention/dyslexic groups. Reminds pupils of everyday rules. Suitable for Primary SEN learners and Secondary SEN learners. KS2/3

Crime writing framework – Creative writing could be used as a cover lesson. Allows pupils to think about characters in depth, focusing on the characters personality not just their appearance. Designed for SPLD Workshops- for pupils who need the additional help. Suitable for Years 8 – 10 KS3/4