Modeling I (paper Mache or papier-mâché).

WEEK: 9

TOPIC: Modeling I (paper Mache or papier-mâché).

Objectives

At the end of this Module, Pupils should be able to:

• State the meaning of paper–mache.
• Identify materials used in paper mache.
• Name objects produced using paper mache
• Make objects using paper mache.

LEARNING MATERIALS

• Pencil
• Drawing book
• Different colours
• Artworks
• Explanatory posters/pictures
• Explanatory Video

CONTENT

PAPIER MACHE

Paper Mache are substances made from paper pulp that can be moulded when wet and painted when dry. Sometimes it can be strengthened with textiles and bound with adhesive like glue, or starch.

Materials needed for preparing Paper Mache

1. Old newspaper
2. Adhesive or starch
3. Sieve
4. Bowl
5. Mould

Techniques used when preparing Paper Mache

The two main techniques are:

1. The use of paper…