Art from the Heart

Creating patterned jewellery connects mathematical pattern concepts to wearable art and cultural traditions.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Shapes and Patterns
• Learning area: Visual Arts
• Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception

Objectives

• Understand patterns in jewellery design
• Create colour patterns
• Develop fine motor skills through beading

Materials

• Different coloured dry pasta
• Paint for colouring pasta
• String

Instructions

Children create necklaces using coloured pasta, following specific colour patterns.

Educator tip

Pre-colour pasta the day before and dry thoroughly to prevent colour transfer during the activity.

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 ability to create colour pattern.

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