Idiom drawing
Objective A scholar understands that a lie is quickly revealed.
Activity
- The teacher explains negotiation through a brief conversation.
- Pupils draw a scene: a person with very short legs who cannot escape a lie.
The lie doesn't last long; the truth catches up with us.
Foreword:
The teacher tells the pupils a proverb: »Lies have short legs.«
A brief conversation with questions:
- What is a lie?
- Can a lie remain hidden for long?
- What happens if someone lies?
An explanation with a simple example from everyday life (e.g., a broken mug that no one wants to admit the truth about).
MIDDLE PART
The teacher explains the art task:
- Pupils draw a person with very short legs who cannot escape a lie.
- Truth can also be present in a drawing (e.g., a person being caught up with, light, a mirror).
Pupils draw independently
A teacher encourages reflection during work.
- Why does a person have short legs?
- Where does he want to escape to?
- What catches her?
CONCLUSION:
Some pupils are presenting their drawings.
Group conversation
- What did we learn today?
- Zakaj je bolje povedati resnico?
The teacher reiterates the message: »Lies have short legs – the truth is always stronger.«



Primary School Kranj