Art Academy 2026 - Weaving (Lower Key Stage 2)

This unit has been fully revised for 2026
Sequence of Learning for Teachers
This unit of work introduces and builds upon knowledge and skills associated with weaving textiles. Children learn the simple weave and weave using different materials. They build upon this knowledge by learning additional techniques and how to embellish their weaves. For the creative outcome they apply their knowledge of weaving with their knowledge of sculpture to create an original weave sculpture.
This knowledge, skills and understanding is delivered through the following convergent task sessions:
Session 1: Weaving with Paper
Session 2: God’s Eyes
Session 3: Paper Plate Weaving
Session 4: Card Loom Weaving
The unit of work completes with the creative outcome (divergent task) activity that can be delivered over two or more sessions. These sessions can also be used for children to complete activities from sessions 1-4. For the creative outcome children apply the knowledge, skills and techniques learnt throughout the previous sessions to create a woven twig sculpture. They use a simple twig as the basis for a loom and apply their knowledge to create a set of warp threads upon which to create a weave. They embellish their twig sculpture using a range of techniques to create pattern and for effect. Their finished sculpture is displayed alongside other examples to create a piece of public art.
The creative outcome activity provides an opportunity for children to apply their knowledge, skills and understanding from previous sessions as well as developing their creativity and understanding of the creative process by combining their imagination and ideas with knowledge and skills in art and design. The convergent tasks also provide an opportunity for the teacher to identify children who may need further support in developing skills and techniques during the divergent creative outcome task.