Using Pointillism to Decorate a Letter in Fall Colors

Preschool Art Lesson Plan (45 minutes): Using Pointillism to Decorate a Letter in Fall Colors

Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years)

Theme: Fall Colors and Pointillism

Duration: 45 minutes

Lesson Objectives:

• Introduce fall colors and the concept of Pointillism.

• Develop fine motor skills through gluing small paper pieces.

• Foster creativity and teamwork by working on a group project.

Materials Needed:

• Large letter templates (one per child)

• Small pieces of paper in fall colors (yellow, orange, red, brown, green)

• Glue sticks or liquid glue

• Example pictures of Pointillism art (optional)

• Smocks or aprons

• Table covers

Lesson Procedure:

1. Introduction and Discussion (8 minutes)

• Engage with Questions (4 minutes): Start by asking, “Do you know what season it is right now?” Help children identify fall. Discuss the changes: “In fall, leaves change colors and fall off the trees. It gets colder, so we wear warm clothes.”

• Identify Fall Colors (4 minutes): Ask the children, “What colors do we see in fall?” List the main colors: yellow, orange, red, brown, and green. Explain, “These are the colors we’ll use for our art today.”

2. Introduction to Pointillism (7 minutes)

• Introduce Georges Seurat (3 minutes): “There was a French painter named Georges Seurat who made pictures using small dots of color. This method is called Pointillism.”

• Show Example (4 minutes): Show a simple image or explain how small dots of color come together to make a picture. Let children briefly practice making dots on paper with a marker to get the feel of the technique.

3. Art Activity (25 minutes)

• Instructions (5 minutes): “Today, each of you will decorate a letter with small pieces of fall-colored paper. This is just like Pointillism, but instead of dots, we will use tiny pieces of paper.”

• Decorate the Letter (20 minutes):

  • Provide children with a letter template.

  • Allow them to choose from the fall-colored paper and glue them onto their letter.

  • Encourage creativity and the use of various fall colors. Provide assistance if necessary to ensure they are using fine motor skills effectively.

4. Group Reflection (5 minutes)

• Assembly (2 minutes): Once everyone has finished, gather the letters to form a word or create a collaborative piece of art.

• Discussion (3 minutes): “Look at all the beautiful colors we used! How do they look together?” Praise the children for their teamwork and creativity.

Key Vocabulary:

• Fall Colors: Yellow, orange, red, brown, green

• Pointillism: A technique of painting with tiny dots or pieces of color.

Learning Goals:

• Recognize and name fall colors.

• Develop fine motor skills (gluing, picking up small paper pieces).

• Work together to create a shared piece of art.

Assessment:

• Observe Participation: Watch how the children engage with the activity and if they can name the colors.

• Fine Motor Skills: Check if they use their hands to place and glue the paper carefully.

Extensions (Optional):

• Introduce Texture: Provide textured paper or other materials like cotton balls for added sensory exploration.

• Fall Nature Walk: If time allows, consider a short walk outside to observe real fall leaves and talk about their colors.