Ivana Humena

I would like to share my teaching experience with you; if you like to teach History as art, here is another lesson plan that I have made for the coursebook: Prehistory – Cave Hand Stencil Art.

In this lesson, my students explored one of the earliest forms of human artistic expression—hand stencils from the Lascaux Cave. We began by analysing the original cave paintings, discussing their meanings, materials, and the role they played in prehistoric life. Students were fascinated by how early humans used art to communicate and leave traces of their existence.

After the discussion and understanding the possible techniques, we moved to a practical activity where students created their own hand stencil artworks. Some experimented with the original spitting technique, while others preferred a modern spray method. The classroom turned into a vibrant prehistoric cave filled with creativity and discovery.

This activity beautifully connected art, history, and imagination, helping students truly experience the spirit of early human culture.