01/30-02/06 - Clay Cups

Clay Cups

Lesson Objective: SWBAT use the clay molding technique of coil and slab to create a cup with a handle.

Essential Skill to be Mastered: To use hands and tools in order to manipulate clay using a slab technique in order to make a cup.

I Can Statement: I can use the slab technique to make a clay cup.

Teaching Strategy: Day 1: I first had the students watch a video of how to make a clay cup using the slab technique http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTkM6HvisCE. We then had a discussion about clay rules and procedures. I showed them all the clay tools and how to use and clean them daily. We also discussed the video and I answered all questions the students had. After the students did two different design sketches they might use on their cups. Day 2: I start by modeling how to cup their clay from a block, how to roll it out and how to attach two pieces of clay together. After which I have them get their tables ready and start their own cup. Day 3-5: I use guided practice throughout the process to help with any and all questions that arise and to ensure students are following procedures. Directions are written on the front board as guide to follow.

Vocabulary:
Slab Technique
Score, Slip, Squish, Smooth
Clay Tools

Materials:
Drawing paper
Pencil
Clay
Clay tools
Water
Slip
Sponges
Table cover

Instructions:
1. Draw two different designs that will go on the cup (choose between the two)
2. After getting clay use a rolling pin to roll out the slab to about 1/4-1/2 inch thick.
3. Cut out a rectangle about 12x5 inches.
4. Roll into a cylinder shape (should be about 5 inches tall) keeping the inside open.
5. Score and slip the ends together and smooth out the seam using clay tools or fingers.
6. Roll out scrap clay to same thickness and set the cylinder. Set the cylinder on the slab and cut out the bottom by tracing the cylinder.
7. Score, slip, squish, and smooth bottom onto cylinder.
8. Cut out shapes (that will match drawn design) and attach to cylinder using the score and slip method.
9. Rub cup with water occasionally to help prevent it from drying.
10. Smooth out all uneven areas.
11. If using a handle cut out and attach (do this process when the cup is almost leather hard).
12. When finished let the cup dry out to the bone dry stage
13. Fire