The shelf consists of:
• 11 different coloured pencils
• 10 different shaped insets
• Square white papers
• Work trays
Presentation
• Invite the child to select the materials from the Metal Inset shelf
• Collect a work tray, paper, metal inset (all placed on the left of the tray) and 2 different coloured pencils (placed in the pencil holder of the tray).
• Transfer to a working space at the table.
• Remove the blue inset and place it to the right side of the tray.
•The inset’s frame (pink) will stay on the left and on top of the paper.
• Choosing 1 colour, begin tracing the shape of the frame starting from the bottom while holding the frame steady with alternate hand.
• The metal frame is then removed and placed to the right, and the blue inset is placed on top of the shape that exists on the paper.
• Using the second coloured pencil, trace the outside of the shape using the same procedure used for the pink frame.
• Remove the inset and place it back into the frame on the right.
• The child will be able to visually see that both the frame and the inset create the same shape outline.
• The child is then encouraged to repeat the process with the teacher’s guidance.
Once this is mastered, extensions include:
• The results of applying pressure while using a pencil- students discover and observe lighter/darker outcomes
• Practice drawing lines and shading
The outcome of combining two metal inset variations
In addition to preparing the children for writing, Metal Insets assist our students in:
• Strengthening their focus while developing their concentration skills
• Development of their hand-eye coordination skills
• Practice with movement and direction
• Practicing control of movement
• Differentiating between straight and curved lines.