Play-Doh Sculpting Fun
Description : Using play-doh, toddlers explore basic sculpting techniques, creating simple shapes and figures that build hand strength and spatial awareness.
Category : Art
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Getting Started with Play-Doh Section 1: Play-Doh Introduction - Lesson 1: What is Play-Doh? - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: An introduction to Play-Doh, its fun texture, and its basic uses. - Lesson 2: Safety First with Play-Doh - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning simple safety rules and proper cleanup techniques. Section 2: Exploring Colors - Lesson 1: Identifying Colors - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Discovering the primary colors available in Play-Doh. - Lesson 2: Mixing Primary Colors - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple exploration of mixing two colors to observe changes. Section 3: Basic Shapes - Lesson 1: Rolling into Balls - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning how to roll Play-Doh into small balls. - Lesson 2: Creating Circles and Squares - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using fingers to shape Play-Doh into circles and squares. Section 4: Play-Doh Preparation - Lesson 1: Getting Set Up - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding how to prepare your Play-Doh work area. - Lesson 2: Easy Cleanup - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Simple steps to clean up after sculpting. Section 5: Sensory and Fun Techniques - Lesson 1: Squeezing and Squishing - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Enjoying the soft texture by squeezing and squishing Play-Doh. - Lesson 2: Exploring Textures - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Feeling the different textures by pressing and molding the clay. Module 2: Exploring Colors and Shapes Section 1: Color Exploration - Lesson 1: Spotting Different Colors - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning to identify various colors in your Play-Doh set. - Lesson 2: Playing with Two Colors - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple fun by combining two colors for a mixed look. Section 2: Shape Discovery - Lesson 1: Molding a Simple Circle - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Hands-on practice in forming perfect circles. - Lesson 2: Forming a Square - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Step-by-step instructions to craft a square from Play-Doh. Section 3: Combining Colors and Shapes - Lesson 1: Colorful Circles - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using different colors to create vibrant circular designs. - Lesson 2: Patterned Squares - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Arranging colors within a square to form simple patterns. Section 4: Basic Sculpting Techniques - Lesson 1: Rolling Techniques - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Practice rolling Play-Doh into even, fun lengths. - Lesson 2: Flattening for Shapes - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning how to flatten Play-Doh to form different shapes. Section 5: Fun with Color Mixing - Lesson 1: Light and Dark Variations - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Exploring how to create lighter and darker hues by gentle mixing. - Lesson 2: Warm and Cool Colors - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Introduction to the idea of warm and cool color feelings using Play-Doh. Module 3: Building Hand Strength and Sculpting Skills Section 1: Hand Warm-Up - Lesson 1: Finger Flexing with Play-Doh - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Easy exercises using Play-Doh to warm up the fingers. - Lesson 2: Gentle Kneading - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Fun kneading activities to prepare hands for sculpting. Section 2: Rolling and Flattening - Lesson 1: Rolling Long Strips - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Practice rolling out Play-Doh into long thin strips. - Lesson 2: Flattening into Pancakes - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Techniques to flatten Play-Doh evenly, like making a pancake. Section 3: Pinching and Pulling - Lesson 1: Pinching Play-Doh Balls - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning pinch techniques to shape small balls. - Lesson 2: Pulling for Smooth Surfaces - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Simple pulling methods to smooth out textures on a sculpture. Section 4: Sculpting Simple Figures - Lesson 1: Forming a Mini Snake - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Using rolling and pinching to create a playful snake shape. - Lesson 2: Creating a Small Doll - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Step-by-step creation of a basic doll shape with minimal details. Section 5: Adding Details - Lesson 1: Placing Eyes and Features - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Simple ideas of adding eyes and small features using a finger. - Lesson 2: Creating Texture with Fingers - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Exploring how subtle finger movements add texture to sculptures. Module 4: Creative Fun and Figures Section 1: Animal Figures - Lesson 1: Making a Simple Turtle - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning to sculpt a basic turtle with a round shell and stubby legs. - Lesson 2: Crafting a Cute Fish - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Instructions to form a simple fish with a tail and fins. Section 2: Nature Shapes - Lesson 1: Rolling a Flower - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating a flower by rolling small balls for petals. - Lesson 2: Crafting a Leaf - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Forming a basic leaf shape and adding gentle curves. Section 3: Miniature Characters - Lesson 1: Forming a Happy Face - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Making a simple face with a smile using two small dots for eyes. - Lesson 2: Creating a Simple Robot - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Basic shapes combined to form a playful robot figure. Section 4: Food Figures - Lesson 1: Shaping a Cupcake - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Using dome and base shapes to make a cupcake. - Lesson 2: Crafting a Fruit - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating a basic apple shape with a small stem. Section 5: Building Mini Landscapes - Lesson 1: Creating a Little Hill - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Rolling and smoothing techniques to form a gentle hill. - Lesson 2: Forming a Mini House - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Combining basic shapes to set up a very simple house. Module 5: Putting It All Together Section 1: Review of Techniques - Lesson 1: Revisiting Colors and Shapes - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: A fun recap of favorite colors and shape-making activities. - Lesson 2: Revisiting Sculpting Techniques - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practice all the simple sculpting techniques learned so far. Section 2: Designing a Composite Sculpture - Lesson 1: Planning Your Sculpture - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Encouraging ideas for a sculpture by imagining a simple scene. - Lesson 2: Sketching Simple Ideas - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Translating ideas into a basic step-by-step plan. Section 3: Building Your Sculpture - Lesson 1: Using Multiple Techniques - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Combining rolling, flattening, and pinching in one project. - Lesson 2: Combining Shapes and Colors - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating a composite sculpture using various shapes and colors. Section 4: Detailing Your Artwork - Lesson 1: Adding Final Features - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Simple methods to add eyes, textures, or extra details to your creation. - Lesson 2: Enhancing with Patterns - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Using gentle finger tools to create pattern details on the sculpture. Section 5: Show and Tell - Lesson 1: Sharing Your Creation - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: A fun session to present your finished Play-Doh sculpture to friends or family. - Lesson 2: Celebrating Sculpting Success - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on what was learned and celebrating creativity and newfound skills.