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A simple and complete Mayan art lesson. No art experience needed.

What’s included:
Teacher Lesson Plan — step-by-step instructions across four lesson phases, National Curriculum links for Art & Design and History, differentiation guidance (support, core, extension), vocabulary table, and a full resources list
Mayan Fact Sheet for Pupils — beautifully laid-out, age-appropriate reference sheet covering Mayan history, glyphs, gods and animals, art techniques, and the symbolic colour palette
Pupil Self-Assessment Sheet — scored criteria table, written reflection prompts, and an overall attainment rating
Teacher Assessment Record — class grid for up to 30 pupils tracking four learning objectives, grading key, and a WWW/EBI lesson evaluation section
Three differentiated project options are included:
Mayan Glyph Design · Animal God Panel · Clay Relief Tile
This pack is ideal for standalone Art lessons, History topic work on Ancient Civilisations, or as part of a wider Mayan themed unit. Works brilliantly with pencils, paints, oil pastels, printing, or clay — no specialist materials required.
Suitable for: KS2 classroom teachers, home educators, supply teachers, and teaching assistants.

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KS2 Ancient Civilisations Art Lesson Bundle | Stone Age | Roman Mosaics | Greek Pottery | Mayan Art | History Linked Art

Four fully resourced KS2 art lessons linked to ancient history topics — everything you need to bring history to life through art. This brilliant cross-curricular bundle brings together four of the most engaging and curriculum-linked art lessons in the SplodgeandSketch shop, each one rooted in a different ancient civilisation. From Stone Age cave drawings to Roman mosaics, Ancient Greek pottery to Mayan art — pupils explore how ancient peoples expressed themselves creatively, while developing their own art skills at the same time. Every lesson is completely ready to print and teach. No specialist art knowledge required — just clear, confident instructions that any teacher can pick up and deliver with ease. WHAT'S INCLUDED — 4 COMPLETE LESSON PACKS Stone Age Cave Drawing Art Lesson — Year 3 KS2 Pupils explore the art of our prehistoric ancestors, learning about the symbols, animals, and techniques found in cave paintings around the world. A hands-on, atmospheric lesson that brings the Stone Age vividly to life and pairs perfectly with Year 3 history topics. Ancient Roman Mosaics Art Lesson — KS2 Pupils study the intricate geometric and pictorial mosaics of ancient Rome before designing and creating their own mosaic artwork. A brilliant lesson for developing pattern, precision, and an understanding of Roman culture and daily life. Ancient Greek Pottery Art Lesson — KS2 Pupils explore the storytelling tradition of Ancient Greek black-figure and red-figure pottery, learning about the myths and scenes depicted, before designing their own Greek-inspired pot. A perfect companion to Greek history topics and myth units. Mayan Art Lesson Pack — KS2 Pupils explore the bold, symbolic art of the ancient Maya — including glyphs, masks, and geometric patterns — and create their own Mayan-inspired artwork. A fascinating and visually striking lesson that opens a window onto one of history's most extraordinary civilisations. EVERY LESSON INCLUDES Clear, step-by-step teacher instructions — no art experience needed Pupil self-assessment sheet Teacher assessment sheet with working towards, expected, and exceeding criteria SEN differentiation guidance Extension ideas for early finishers Curriculum links to Art & Design and History WHY BUY THE BUNDLE? History and art are natural partners — and this bundle makes the most of that connection. Each lesson deepens pupils' understanding of an ancient civilisation while giving them a rich, hands-on art experience they will remember. Bought together, these four lessons give you a ready-made bank of history-linked art that covers some of the most commonly taught KS2 history topics, saving you hours of planning across the school year. The bundle is also flexible — use the lessons as part of a history unit, as standalone art lessons, or as part of a cross-curricular themed week. CURRICULUM LINKS Art & Design — pattern, texture, colour, cultural art forms, artist study, evaluation History — Stone Age, Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece, ancient Maya Geography — world civilisations and cultures SUITABLE FOR Years 3 to 6 — individual lessons can be matched to year group history topics Whole-class art and history lessons Supply teachers and cover lessons Mixed ability classrooms with full SEN support included

£7.00

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