Insect+tessalations

Insect Tessalations __Learning Intentions:__ Students are able to sketch an insect from an observational view point. Students are able to identify the steps needed to make a tessellation.

__Materials:__ Black paper Cardboard Coloured pencils Metallic acrylic paint Scissors

__Method:__ 1. Using pictures of different insects practise sketching each insect. Select the insect which will be used in the tessallation. 2. Transfer the sketch selected onto cardboard. Cut out carefully around the outside shape of the insect, making sure all edges are neat. 3. Place the cardboard stencil onto the black paper deciding on the placement. Discuss as a class the placement of insects in front and behind. Trace around stencil in pencil. 4. Using white pencil or another light colour pencil, trace over the pencil outline adding detail on the inside of each insect. 5. Decide what limited colour scheme will be used to highlight the insect. Use the metallic paint to part of the insect.