Teacher video: Giant spider model

This Art and design video supports teachers in delivering a collaborative sculpture project inspired by artist Louise Bourgeois. In this multi-session lesson, the class works together to create a giant spider model using rolled newspaper and masking tape. The video provides step-by-step guidance on constructing sturdy struts, assembling the spider’s body and legs, and ensuring the model is secure and ready for painting.

This video is part of Kapow’s Art and design resources, which support the Cambridge Primary Art & Design framework. It helps teachers feel confident leading large-scale, team-based projects that build construction skills, coordination and resilience. By engaging in this ambitious and imaginative group task, learners explore sculpture on a new scale while developing problem-solving, collaboration and a strong sense of shared achievement.