Research robots in art
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can research and create a mood board showing different robots and their features.
Key learning points
- A robot is a machine capable of carrying out complex actions automatically.
- Robots have a variety of uses in different places around the world.
- Know how to select and arrange images, colours, and materials to create an inspiring moodboard.
Keywords
Robot - a machine capable of carrying out complex actions automatically
Mood board - a visual tool that gathers images, materials and ideas for inspiration
Common misconception
Some children might not realise that robots are used in real life, such as in hospitals, factories, and homes.
Remind children that robots do appear in films and books, but they are also used in real life. For example, robots help doctors in hospitals, build cars in factories, and even explore space for NASA.
Teacher tip
This is a research-based lesson, so ensure pupils have access to tablets or computers to explore different robot designs. Encourage them to look at a variety of sources, such as artwork, real-life robots, and futuristic concepts.
Equipment
Computers, tablets and glue. Swatches of material such as tin foil, mesh, silver paper etc that may be used on the mood board. Colour pencils, oil pastels or paint can be used for colour swatches.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is this an image of?
Q2.What is a shape?
Q3.What is the purpose of a pencil when drawing?
Q4.Name one marking-making tool used for creating marks on paper.
Q5.Match the word to the definition:
Q6.What is a mood board?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the definition:
Q2.A robot is a machine capable of carrying out complex actions __________.
Q3.Robots like vacuum cleaners are popular in homes for __________cleaning.
Q4.What can robots do?
Q5.True or false? All robots look like humans.
Q6.Robots can often be more effective than humans and can be used for the following: (Select all that apply)
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