Play Dough Food Creations

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Healthy Eating
• Learning area: Visual Arts
• Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception

Objectives

• Create 3D representations of foods
• Practise fine motor skills through sculpting
• Observe and replicate food shapes and colours

Materials

• Coloured play dough
• Sculpting tools
• Real food for reference
• Paper plates for display

Assessment

Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Teacher observation of student's sculpting skills and representational accuracy.

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