Texture is how something feels when you touch it. Clay is a fantastic material to explore different textures because you can easily change its surface. In this activity, we'll use tools and our own hands to create different textures on clay, then describe what we feel!
Match the words with their definitions:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Texture | A. A tool with a sharp edge used to cut or shape clay. |
| Smooth | B. The way something feels to the touch. |
| Rough | C. Having a surface free from irregularities, like glass. |
| Ribbon Tool | D. Having an uneven or coarse surface, like sandpaper. |
| Clay | E. A natural material that is soft when wet and hard when dry. |
(Match: Texture-B, Smooth-C, Rough-D, Ribbon Tool-A, Clay-E)
Use these words to fill in the blanks: texture, smooth, rough, tools, feel.
We can use our hands or different ______ to create ________ on clay. A _________ surface is easy to touch, while a _______ surface might be bumpy. It's important to ________ the clay to understand its texture.
(Answer: tools, texture, smooth, rough, feel)
If you could create any texture on your clay, what would it be and why?
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