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🔍 INCURSION ES1–S1: Sound Detective Artist

A Meet the Author Artist Art Adventure

Become a Sound Detective Artist Incursion for ES1 & S1

Introduction

A Sound and art incursion where ES1–Stage 1 students identify, explore and illustrate sounds through drawing and storytelling.

Quick Snapshot

  • Stage: ES1–S1

  • Duration: 90 minutes

  • Group Size: Up to 30 students

  • Curriculum: Creative Arts + English

  • Cost Options:
    • $450 incursion only
    • $600 incursion + take-home book

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Incursion Overview

This sound and art incursion invites early primary students to become “sound detectives” as they explore listening, storytelling and visual art. Guided by author and artist Elaine Butler, students are introduced to the picture book Tappety Tap, What’s That Sound? from The Curious Adventures of Parker the Dog series and use the story as inspiration for creative exploration.

Students listen closely to sounds in the story and investigate new sounds made by different art tools and materials. Through guided role play and discussion, they connect sound, movement and imagination before designing and painting their own Detective Dog portrait.

This playful, hands-on session blends storytelling, sound exploration and visual art, building listening skills, creativity and confidence in a warm, engaging learning environment.

This workshop is part of our Primary School Creative Arts Incursions, designed for NSW schools and aligned with the Creative Arts syllabus.

What Students Will Learn in this Sound and art incursion

  • Identify and describe sounds

  • Translate sounds into visual elements

  • Create expressive drawings

  • Build early speaking and listening skills

Curriculum Links (NSW)

Creative Arts (Visual Arts)

  • VAES1.1, VAES1.2, VAS1.1

English Links

  • ENES1, EN1.1A – listening, responding, describing

Incursion Outline

  • Introduction to sound exploration

  • Guided listening games

  • Drawing responses to sounds

  • Create a final illustrated sound page

  • Optional: Add to student take-home book

What’s Included

  • All art materials

  • Facilitator

  • Optional printed booklet

School Requirements

  • Smartboard

  • Audio output

  • Tables and chairs

Cost

$450 incursion only  or 
$600 with take-home book

  • per 90-minute session
    (Up to 30 students)
  • Flat session fee (not per student)
  • One class or combined classes welcome
  • All materials and resources included

Multi-Session Discount:
Schools booking two or more incursions (same day or across multiple days) receive 10% off the second and subsequent sessions.

Location & Availability

  • This Sound and art incursion is available to schools in North-West Sydney, Blacktown and Parramatta areas, and the Lithgow–Bathurst region.
    If you’re located outside these areas, please get in touch — happy to discuss options where possible.
  • Elaine travels to schools and delivers all incursions on-site during the school day.
    Multiple sessions can be scheduled on the same day, subject to availability.
  • If you’re unsure whether your school location is suitable, please get in touch — Elaine is happy to discuss options.

Hands-on learning. Real books. Real art. Real collaboration & wellness.

Enquire or Book

If you’d like to discuss availability, session options, or how this incursion can fit into your school program, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

👉 Enquire or book using the online form here
☎️ Or contact us to discuss dates and options

👉 Perfect for Creative Arts programs, Book Week, Literacy Days or whole-school incursion rotations

Prefer a printable overview? Download our Incursions Information here