Complete Clay Whistle Unit – 7 Air-Dry Lessons & Teaching Pack
This **comprehensive teaching bundle** includes everything you need to run a **full clay whistle unit using air-dry clay**—from **structured lesson plans** to **student journals, troubleshooting guides, posters, and assessment tools**. Designed for **KS3, KS4 & GCSE art classrooms**, this pack supports **hands-on, practical clay work** while also **documenting the learning process** that may not be visible in the final artwork.
Purchasing this **complete bundle** ensures you won’t miss anything needed to **deliver the unit effectively**, saving you **time and effort**. Plus, by **buying the full pack**, you’ll get it at a **discounted price** compared to purchasing each resource separately.
This **air-dry clay version** is available in **UK, Australian, & New Zealand curriculum standards**.
For **kiln-fired clay projects**, check out our **[Clay Whistle Handbuilding Unit – Kiln-Fired Clay Lesson Plans & Teaching Pack](LINK COMING SOON)**.
## **What’s Included?**
​ *• **7-Lesson Clay Whistle Unit & Teaching Plan*** – Step-by-step lessons covering **cultural context, sound mechanics, and construction techniques**.
​ *• **Student Journal & Workbook*** – A structured guide for students to **record their design process, explore sound, and reflect** on their artistic choices.
​ *• **Troubleshooting Guide*** – A **quick-reference tool** for identifying and fixing **common sound production issues**.
​ *• **Presentation Slides, Posters & Handouts*** – **Visual classroom resources** on **sound mechanics, acrylic painting techniques, and whistle construction**.
​ *• **Assessment Rubrics*** – **Standards-aligned grading criteria** to evaluate student progress.
## **Key Features**
​ *• **Supports Practical Learning*** – Designed to run **alongside hands-on clay work**, helping students **document their ideas, experiments, and reflections**.
​ *• **No Kiln Required*** – **Specifically made for air-dry clay classrooms**, making ceramics accessible to all students.
​ *• **Saves Time & Hassle*** – **Ready-to-use lesson plans and assessment tools** allow teachers to focus on **hands-on teaching**.
​ *• **Flexible Use*** – Can be used as a **complete unit** or **individual resources** can be selected as needed.
​ *• **Standards-Aligned*** – Mapped to **UK, Australian, & New Zealand, curriculum standards**.
## **How Can This Resource Be Used?**
​ *• **Art and Design Teachers*** – A **complete, structured unit** covering all aspects of **clay whistle-making**.
​ *• **Students*** – A **self-paced workbook and structured lessons** to develop skills and reflect on progress.
​ *• **Substitute Teachers*** – A **ready-to-use, independent learning resource** that ensures **lesson continuity**.
## **Teaching Tip**
For the most **seamless teaching experience**, use this resource to access **all materials in one place at a discounted price**.
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