Learning intention
- To make a theatre then perform a shadow puppet play.
Success criteria
- I can make a shadow puppet theatre.
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Cambridge Primary Art & Design (0067) Learning objectives
Experiencing
E.02 Explore media, materials, tools,
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Show the Presentation: Making shadows. Ask learners to look at the picture and explain why they can see shadows on the screen.
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Differentiation
Learners needing support:
- Could use a box that is already cut and has shapes drawn to make it easier to follow the steps.
- Could use their storyboard from Lesson 2 to help them tell their story.
Learners working at a stretch:
- Should try moving the puppets closer to or further away from the light source to change their size.
- Should use more puppets and movements to tell a more detailed story.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Learners with secure understanding can:
- Make a shadow
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Vocabulary definitions
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translucent material
Material that lets light through but you cannot see through.
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shadow theatre
Place where shadow puppet plays are performed.
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In this unit
Lesson 1: Notan
Lesson 2: Drawing a storyboard
Lesson 3: Designing shadow puppets
Lesson 4: Making shadow puppets
Lesson 5: Performing a shadow puppet play
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 13th May, 2025
