Create(Individual)

Students create a new stamp. (Fine Arts)

Explore different methods for doing this. Students could be shown a range of specific stamps that use different methods. E.g. drawing, printing, photograph.

Explore the set up of a stamp, shape size, subject etc

Extension ideas -This could lead to samples being sent to Australia post for consideration for a new stamp.

Investigate (individual ,small group or whole group)

Create (individual, small group or whole group)

Students select a stamp and create a rhyme, chant or song about the stamp.(Music)

Extension ideas Students record their rhyme, chant or song in some way and share it with others.

Create(small group activity)

Students select one stamp each and create a rythm for the stamp they have selected. Each person in turn starts their rhythm and adds it to the others until all are saying their rhythm then stop. This can be performed for others to view and listen to. (Music)

Extension ideasDiscuss the rhythm, could all be heard, did it work, review, replan and repeat the performance improving on first attempt.

You could add actions or body percussion to the rhythm to add emphasis.

You could add percussion instruments.

You could write the music for the rhythm created for another group to play.