"Harmony of Spells: The Tale of a Vocal Enchantress in the World of Instrumental Magic"

### QUESTION 1 **(5 marks total)** Indicate whether the statement is true (T) or false (F): a) **The Grade R daily program should allow for flexibility and spontaneity.** *True (T)* b) **Inventiveness is about encouraging young children to express themselves and take risks in creating art.** *True (T)* c) **The first phase of scribbling is known as controlled scribbles.** *False (F)* d) **The experience of making decisions and choices when creating a piece of art carries over into other aspects of life.** *True (T)* e) **It is during the scribble stage that children begin to experience a feeling of artistic satisfaction.** *False (F)* ### QUESTION 2 **(10 marks total)** Fill in the missing word in each of the following sentences: 2.1 **Collage** is a composition that consists of various materials like newspaper cuttings, cardboard, photos, etc. *(2 marks)* 2.2 Colours ranging from yellow to red-violet are known as the **warm** colours. *(2 marks)* 2.3 Many of the motions involved in making art, such as holding a paintbrush or scribbling with a crayon, are essential to the growth of **fine motor** skills. *(2 marks)* 2.4 Creative activities help children to develop attention skills and **perseverance**. *(2 marks)* 2.5 **Drawing** does not only involve a pen and paper but also allows children to explore new media and materials. *(2 marks)* ### QUESTION 3 **(37 marks total)** #### 3.1 Importance of teaching art to young children: *(8 marks)* 1. **Develops motor skills**: Children enhance their fine motor skills through activities such as drawing, cutting, and painting. 2. **Promotes creativity**: Engaging in art helps children express themselves creatively and foster their imagination. 3. **Supports cognitive development**: Art activities can help with problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking. 4. **Enhances emotional expression**: Art allows children to express their feelings and emotions in a constructive way. #### 3.2 Three ways to encourage young children to make marks: *(6 marks total)* 1. **Provide varied materials**: Offer various tools like crayons, markers, paints, and chalk to spark interest. 2. **Create a conducive environment**: Set up a dedicated art area where children feel free to explore and create without fear of making a mess. 3. **Model mark making**: Show examples of different marks and patterns and actively engage in marking activities alongside the children. #### 3.3 Draw two shapes: *(4 marks total)* 1. **Two-dimensional shape**: A **square** or **circle**. 2. **Three-dimensional shape**: A **cube** or **sphere**. (Use simple sketches to illustrate the difference, keeping one flat and the other showing depth.) #### 3.4 Activities to develop control of hands and eye-hand coordination: *(10 marks total)* **Control of hands**: - **Activity**: Playdough manipulation. - **Details**: Children can roll, pinch, and shape playdough to develop fine motor control. **Eye-hand coordination**: - **Activity**: Threading beads. - **Details**: Using various small beads and thread, children improve their coordination by threading the beads onto a string. #### 3.5 Stage of artistic development: *(1 mark)* The stage of artistic development that is depicted in the provided link is the **Preschematic Stage** (around 4-7 years old). #### 3.6 Characteristics of the Preschematic Stage: *(8 marks total)* - **Emerging human figures**: Children begin to draw recognizable human figures that often lack detail but show the basic form. - **Symbolic use of color**: Children may use colors based on their emotional or symbolic significance rather than realism. - **Simple representation**: Objects and people are drawn simply and may appear floating on the page as no understanding of spatial relationship is seen. ### QUESTION 4 **(37 marks total)** #### 4.1 Teacher-guided activities for the theme of weather: *(6 marks total)* **1. Create a weather chart**: - **Details**: Children use different materials (e.g., cotton for clouds, blue paint for rain) to create a chart depicting various weather conditions. **2. Sun craft**: - **Details**: Children make sun shapes using yellow paper and paint, and attach rays made from strips of paper. #### 4.2 Basic classroom layout: *(7 marks total)* - **Art Area**: Equipped with various art supplies. - **Block Play Area**: With different blocks for construction. - **Pretend Play Area**: With costumes, kitchen sets, and various props. (Provide a simple sketch mapping these areas.) #### 4.3 Principles of child development and their importance: *(15 marks total)* | **Principle** | **Importance of each principle** | |----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 1. Development follows a predictable sequence | Helps to create age-appropriate activities that align with the child’s stage of development. | | 2. Each child is unique | Teachers can provide personalized learning experiences that cater to individual needs and interests. | | 3. Development is integrated | Activities should address multiple developmental areas (cognitive, emotional, social, physical) simultaneously. | | 4. Children learn through play | Ensures learning experiences are engaging and effective by incorporating elements of play. | | 5. Relationships are paramount | Strong relationships with caregivers and educators provide the secure base for learning and development. | #### 4.4 Art activities to support social development: *(6 marks total)* **1. Group mural painting**: - **Details**: Encourage children to collaboratively work on a large mural, fostering teamwork and communication. **2. Role-playing with costumes**: - **Details**: Use dress-up activities where children can act out different social roles, promoting interaction and social skills. #### 4.5 Define “developmentally appropriate practice”: *(2 marks)* Developmentally appropriate practice refers to educational methods and teaching strategies that consider the developmental stages and individual needs of children to provide optimal learning and growth opportunities. ### QUESTION 5 **(12 marks total)** Evaluate the importance of each of the following three roles of a teacher during art lessons: | **Role** | **Importance (mention two points)** | |---------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | **Observer** | 1. Allows teachers to identify individual strengths and areas for growth. <br> 2. Helps in understanding child development and planning future activities. | | **Assessor** | 1. Provides insight into children's progress and skill development. <br> 2. Enables the teacher to offer targeted support and adjust instruction accordingly. | | **Recorder** | 1. Documentation of children's work serves as a record of their developmental milestones. <br> 2. Helps in communicating progress with parents and other educators. | *(4 marks each for Observer, Assessor, and Recorder roles)*