Cultural Paper Mache Bowls

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Date:

📚 Part 1: Quick Knowledge Check

1. What is the recommended size of newspaper strips for Session 1?

2cm x 15cm

5cm x 20cm

10cm x 10cm

2. How many paper mache layers should you apply in Session 1?

1–2 layers

3–4 layers

5–6 layers

3. To avoid soggy, slow-drying bowls you should:

Squeeze excess paste off strips before applying

Soak strips longer in paste

Apply very thick paste layers

4. Check all the safety or cleanup items you should have ready:

Plastic table covers

Wet wipes / sponges

Oven for drying

Scissors and sticky notes for naming bowls

5. Match the step on the left with the correct next action on the right. Draw lines to connect.

A. Dip strip in paste

B. Remove excess paste (squeeze)

C. Apply strip to inverted bowl mould

D. Label bowl with name (sticky note)

1. Apply strip to mould

2. Label for drying

3. Dip next strip

4. Squeeze to remove paste

✏️ Part 2: Plan, WALT & Reflection

6. WALT (We Are Learning To) — write the learning intention for today's session:

7. Success criteria — write three short success criteria for Session 1 (what will show you achieved the WALT?):

8. Sketch your initial cultural pattern idea for the bowl. Label at least one colour and one symbol you will use.

9. Which supports would help you work well today? (tick all that apply)

Pairing with a classmate for technique help

Step-by-step pictured instructions (dyslexia-friendly)

Extra time to layer neatly

Extension: design a printed template using a digital tool

10. Estimated drying time needed after Session 2 (write in hours):

Teacher notes (brief): Use pictured step cards and paired support for learners who need extra help. Extension students can create a detailed template using a tablet. Provide a dyslexia-friendly one-page instructions sheet with large font and clear steps.