Item 6 · Classes 1–2
Creative Cards
First • Then • Next • Lastly
Use the ordered drawing cards to show how a complex picture is built from simple steps.
Suitable For1st – 2nd Class
Duration15 – 20 minutes
PreparationPlace one card where all children can see it and provide a suitable drawing medium.
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Product Overview
Purpose
Use the ordered drawing cards to show how a complex picture is built from simple steps.
Teacher Focus
Model the process rather than asking children to copy the finished picture immediately.
What the Kit Provides
- Three A4 drawing activity cards (Bird, Tree and Car)
- Sequences marked FIRST, THEN, NEXT, AFTER THAT and LASTLY
- Age-appropriate animals, birds, vehicles and everyday objects
- Supports observation, sequencing, visual analysis and fine-motor skills
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What Students Learn
Teach children to break a complex drawing into simple ordered steps.
Observation, sequencing, visual analysis and fine-motor skills are developed.
Children learn step-by-step thinking and to break down a complex object.
Independent completion supports confidence and creative expression.
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How to Teach It
The complete illustrated Teacher Guide — including a full step-by-step side guide — is available as a downloadable PDF above.
Activity: First Stroke to Finished Picture
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See the picture
Show the completed example briefly.
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Look at FIRST
Focus attention on the FIRST step.
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Draw the first shape
Children reproduce the first simple stroke or shape.
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THEN — what is new?
Move to THEN and ask what was added.
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NEXT to LASTLY
Continue through NEXT, AFTER THAT and LASTLY.
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Compare and improve
Children compare their work with the sequence and make one improvement.
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Explain to a partner
Invite a child to explain the sequence to a partner.
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Teaching Method & Classroom Activity
Suggested Teacher Prompts
What is the first simple shape?
What did we add next?
Which step comes after that?
How did simple shapes become a complete object?
Duration & Setup
- Duration: 15 – 20 minutes
- Preparation: Place one card where all children can see it and provide a suitable drawing medium.
- Group size: Whole class, small group or individual, as suited to the activity above.
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Learning Outcomes
Observation, sequencing, visual analysis and fine-motor skills are developed.
Children learn step-by-step thinking and to break down a complex object.
Independent completion supports confidence and creative expression.
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Product Features
- Three A4 drawing activity cards (Bird, Tree and Car)
- Sequences marked FIRST, THEN, NEXT, AFTER THAT and LASTLY
- Age-appropriate animals, birds, vehicles and everyday objects
- Supports observation, sequencing, visual analysis and fine-motor skills
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Teacher Guide — Quick Reference
Quick Assessment
- Child follows the sequence in order.
- Child explains at least three stages.
- Child completes a recognisable drawing with growing independence.
Safety and Care
- Keep cards flat and clean.
- Use compatible write-and-wipe materials where applicable.