Lesson 1: Poem portrait

Learners needing support

May be unable to make a continuous line drawing so allow them to take their pencil away from the page when needed; should be encouraged to look carefully at the mirror/photo, could trace over a photograph of themselves instead; may need to limit the choice of materials for the background; could produce one background, either painted or collaged, depending on ability and preference.

Learners working at a stretch

Should be encouraged to develop more creative ways of rendering the letters in their text to create the portrait outline; should be independent in planning their backgrounds and work with purpose to create a chosen effect.