Toy Silhouette Tracing

Tracing familiar toys turns them into art and builds shape recognition.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Beyond the Toy Chest
• Learning area: Visual and Creative Arts
• Level: Level 2

Objectives

• Students will trace outlines of favorite toys and decorate them.

Materials

• Small toys
• paper
• pencils
• crayons

Instructions

1. Choose a toy and place it on paper.

2. Trace the outline.

3. Decorate the silhouette with patterns and colors.

Educator tip

Discuss inside and outside of shapes.

Assessment

Assess fine motor accuracy and creative detail.

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