Picture Me at Home!

Creating a collage teaches children about spatial awareness—an important early maths skill—while also giving them a way to represent and share their home life.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: At Home
• Learning area: Visual and Creative Arts
• Level: Infant & Toddler

Objectives

• Create a family-themed collage using photographs and art materials
• Describe the parts of their collage to adults and peers

Materials

• Printed photos of family members, pets, or home
• Glue sticks
• Child-safe scissors
• Construction paper

Assessment

Observe layout skills, use of space, and children's ability to discuss the elements of their collage.

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