Building in Three Dimensions · Clay and Construction
Clay Creatures and Forms
Learning basic clay techniques such as pinching, coiling, and joining to create 3D figures.
Key Questions
- 1How can we make sure the legs of our clay animal are strong enough to hold its body?
- 2What is the difference between a flat drawing of a cat and a clay sculpture of one?
- 3How do we use our hands as tools to smooth or texture the clay?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - ClayNCCA: Primary - 3D Construction
Class/Year: 2nd Class
Subject: Creative Journeys: Exploring the Visual World
Unit: Building in Three Dimensions
Period: Clay and Construction
Suggested Methodologies
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