Grade 5 Art And Craft Presentation And Exhibition – Exhibition Skills Notes
Exhibition Skills
Subject: Art and Craft • Topic: Presentation and Exhibition • For: Age 10 (Kenyan schools)
What is an exhibition? 🎨
An exhibition is when you display your art or craft for others to see. It can be at school, a county fair, a market, or a museum. You show your work, talk about it and answer questions.
Learning goals ✅
- Choose the best piece to show.
- Make a neat label and display it well.
- Speak clearly about your work.
- Keep art safe and tidy during the show.
Materials you may need ✂️
- Cardboard or frame
- Glue, tape, scissors (adult help)
- Markers for labels
- Table cloth or stand
- Small light or lamp (if indoors)
Before the exhibition — Prepare your art 🖼️
- Pick your best piece. Choose work that is neat and finished.
- Clean and fix it. Remove dust, glue loose parts, use tape on edges.
- Mount or frame. Put on cardboard or a simple frame so it looks tidy.
- Make a clear label. See the label example below.
- Pack carefully for travel. Use paper or bubble wrap; adults should help with transport.
How to make a label (small card) 🏷️
Example label (write neatly):
Name: Amina Mwangi
Class: Standard 5
Title: "The Lake at Dusk"
Materials: Watercolours on paper
One sentence: I painted the lake near my village at sunset.
Class: Standard 5
Title: "The Lake at Dusk"
Materials: Watercolours on paper
One sentence: I painted the lake near my village at sunset.
How to display — simple tips 💡
- Use a clean table or hang pieces at eye level for children.
- Put a cloth under small crafts so they stand out.
- Keep labels next to the work, not under it.
- A small lamp helps in indoor halls. Ask an adult to fix lights safely.
- Group similar works together (paintings with paintings).
Talking about your work — practice lines 🗣️
Practice a short talk for visitors. Keep it 1–2 minutes:
"Hello, my name is [Your name]. This is called '[Title]'. I used [materials]. I wanted to show [what you show — eg: sunset colours]. I learned [one thing]. Would you like to know how I made it?"
Other tips: smile, face the visitor, speak slowly, and say "thank you" after questions.
Safety and care ⚠️
- Get help from an adult when using hot glue or cutting.
- Keep cords and lamps away from water.
- Do not let visitors touch fragile or wet artwork.
- Label "Do not touch" if the piece is delicate.
Quick activity ✍️
Write your label and practise your 1-minute talk with a friend or parent. Try speaking clearly three times.
Exhibition checklist ✔️
- Best piece chosen
- Label written
- Work mounted or packed
- Display cloth/stand ready
- Practice talk done
After the exhibition — what to do next 🌟
- Say thank you to helpers and visitors.
- Carefully pack up your work.
- Write one thing you learned and one thing to improve next time.
- Share your experience with classmates — they can learn from you.
Good luck with your exhibition! Show your creativity and be proud of your work. 🇰🇪