Using colour wheel / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will understand the color wheel, including primary, secondary, and tertiary colors. They will be able to create their own color wheel and use it to mix colors effectively in their projects.

Materials and Prep

  • Paper (any kind will do)
  • Colored pencils, crayons, or markers (any colors available)
  • Ruler (optional, for neatness)
  • Pencil
  • Eraser

Before the lesson, ensure the student has a clear workspace. It's also helpful to have a basic understanding of colors and how they relate to each other.

Activities

  • Color Wheel Creation:

    The student will draw a large circle on their paper and divide it into 12 equal sections. They will label and color in the primary colors (red, blue, yellow), secondary colors (green, orange, purple), and tertiary colors (like red-orange, yellow-green, etc.).

  • Color Mixing Experiment:

    Using their colored pencils, the student will experiment with mixing primary colors to create secondary colors. They can write down the combinations they used and see how many different shades they can create!

  • Color Hunt:

    The student will go on a color hunt around the house or outside, finding objects that match the colors on their color wheel. They can take pictures or draw the objects they find!

  • Creative Color Story:

    The student will write a short story or create a comic using at least three colors from their color wheel. They should think about how colors can represent different feelings or ideas in their story.

Talking Points

  • "What do you think a color wheel is? It's like a map that shows how colors are related!"
  • "Can you name the primary colors? These are the colors that can’t be made by mixing other colors!"
  • "What happens when we mix two primary colors? We get secondary colors! Can you guess what they are?"
  • "Tertiary colors are made by mixing a primary color with a secondary color. Can you think of one?"
  • "Why do you think artists use color wheels? They help them choose colors that look good together!"
  • "How do you feel when you see certain colors? Colors can change our moods!"
  • "Can you think of a time when colors made a picture or a room feel different? Colors have power!"
  • "What is your favorite color and why? Colors can tell a lot about us!"
  • "How can you use the color wheel in your art? It can help you make your pictures more interesting!"
  • "Let’s remember, mixing colors is like magic! You can create so many new colors from just a few!"