I'm an Art & Design, SOSE, Geography & History Teacher passionate about specializing in Special Educational Needs and creating alternative education resources for at-risk students, particularly those in Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) programs. With almost 20 years of experience in this field, my particular focus lies in crafting OCN NI Vocational Studies Qualification materials for Creative Arts, Crafts, and Performance Units, catering to Entry Level 3, Level 1, and Level 2 students.
I'm an Art & Design, SOSE, Geography & History Teacher passionate about specializing in Special Educational Needs and creating alternative education resources for at-risk students, particularly those in Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) programs. With almost 20 years of experience in this field, my particular focus lies in crafting OCN NI Vocational Studies Qualification materials for Creative Arts, Crafts, and Performance Units, catering to Entry Level 3, Level 1, and Level 2 students.
This resource features 32 clay-themed lesson starters and warm-up activities, designed to engage students at the start or end of art and ceramics lessons. Suitable for Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Senior Art classrooms, these prompts encourage creative thinking and reinforce clay and ceramics techniques.
Prompts cover textures, hand-building, sculpture, and creative problem-solving, and can be used flexibly as starters, exit tasks, early finisher activities, or discussion prompts.
The resource includes interactive and animated Google Slides, perfect for whiteboard presentations, or printing for individual use.
Whatβs Included
32 clay-themed prompts across five categories.
Animated Google Slides for interactive lessons.
Printable slides for handouts or homework.
Ideal for daily starters, exit tasks, or early finisher activities.
Example Activities
Clay Detective β Describe ceramic objects and their textures.
Clay Word Search β Quick questions like βWhat is the process of heating clay?β (Answer: Firing).
Finish the Clay Shape β Turn a simple clay form into a creative artwork.
Opposites in Clay β Sketch contrasting textures (smooth/rough).
Pot Luck Storytelling β Imagine the story behind a clay pot.
How to Use
Lesson starters to focus students and introduce clay concepts.
Exit tasks to review and reflect on learning.
Early finisher activities for creative extension.
Prompts to encourage discussion and visual analysis of clay techniques.
Additional Information
Interactive slides work best on a whiteboard; printable sheets offer flexibility.
Preview images are watermarked β final files are not.
Related Art & Ceramics Resources
Clay Hand Building Techniques Introductory Lesson Pack
Complete Clay Whistle Unit β 7 Kiln-Fired Lessons & Teaching Pack
Elements of Art Vocabulary Word Search, Unscramble Worksheets + Posters Bundle
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This KS3/KS4 & GCSE printable student journal is the perfect companion for the Clay Whistle Unit β 7 Kiln-Fired Lessons & Teaching Guide. Designed to support learners through every step of the clay whistle-making process, this guided workbook provides structured reflection, creative prompts, and technical guidance.
This version is specifically designed for kiln-fired clay and aligns with UK, Australian, & New Zealand curriculum standards.
For students using air-dry clay, check out our Clay Whistle Project Journal β Air-Dry Clay.
Whatβs Included?
Structured & Engaging Workbook β Guides students through brainstorming, designing, troubleshooting, and reflecting on their clay whistles.
Complements the Clay Whistle Unit β Designed to be used alongside the 7-Lesson Clay Whistle Plan but also works as a standalone resource.
Student-Friendly Layout β Clear sections for research, planning, sound experiments, and final evaluations.
Flexible & Printable β Use as a full booklet or print individual pages as needed.
How Can This Resource Be Used?
Art and Design Teachers β A structured guide to support the clay whistle-making process.
Students β A self-paced workbook to document their progress and reflections.
Substitute Teachers β A ready-to-use, independent learning resource for cover lessons.
Teaching Tip
Enhance your lessons by getting this resource in our Complete Clay Whistle Unit β 7 Kiln-Fired Lessons & Teaching Pack. This comprehensive pack guides students from inspiration to crafting their own clay whistles. Plus, save 25% when you purchase the full set together!
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Related Art & Ceramics Resources
Clay Hand Building Techniques Introductory Lesson Pack β Essential techniques for working with clay.
5 Fun Clay Underglazing Techniques β Classroom Poster β A visual comparison of different finishing techniques.
How Clay Whistles Make Sound β KS3-GCSE Art β A detailed presentation explaining the science behind clay whistle sound production.
This KS3/KS4 & GCSE printable student journal is the perfect companion for the Clay Whistle Handbuilding Unit β 7 Lessons (Airdry). Designed to support learners through every step of the clay whistle-making process, this workbook provides structured reflection, creative prompts, and technical guidance.
This version is specifically designed for air-dry clay and is aligned with versions for the UK, Australian, and New Zealand curriculums.
For students using kiln-fired clay, check out our [Clay Handbuilding Whistle Project Student Journal β Workbook for Kiln-Fired Clay](LINK COMING).
Whatβs Included?
β β’ Structured & Engaging Workbook β Guides students through brainstorming, designing, troubleshooting, and reflecting on their clay whistles.
β β’ Complements the Clay Whistle Unit β Designed to be used alongside the 7-Lesson Clay Whistle Plan but can also be used as a standalone resource.
β β’ Student-Friendly Layout β Clear sections for research, planning, sound experiments, and final evaluations.
β β’ Flexible & Printable β Use as a full booklet or print individual pages as needed.
How Can This Resource Be Used?
β β’ Art and Design Teachers β A structured guide to support the clay whistle-making process.
β β’ Students β A self-paced workbook to document their progress and reflections.
β β’ Substitute Teachers β A ready-to-use, independent learning resource for cover lessons.
Teaching Tip
Enhance your lessons by gettting this resource with our Complete Clay Whistle Unit β 7 Air-Dry Lessons & Teaching Pack. This comprehensive pack guides students from initial inspiration to crafting their own clay whistles. Plus, save 25% when you purchase the full set together!
Leave a Review β Support Our Resources
Did you love this resource? Your review helps us create even better materials. Let us know what you think, and help fellow educators. Check the included Terms of Use for a special thank-you offer.
Follow My TES Shop for More Resources
Pigment of Imagination Resource Studio
Related Art & Ceramics Resources
β β’ Clay Hand Building Techniques Introductory Lesson Pack β Essential techniques for working with clay.
β β’ Air Dry Clay Painting Poster KS3/4 - GCSE β A great visual aid for creative clay finishing methods.
β β’ How Clay Whistles Make Sound β KS3-GCSE Art β A detailed presentation explaining the science behind clay whistle sound production.