2018 has come and gone, but here are some projects that have yet to be posted! Enjoy! Third graders learned about Frank Lloyd Wright and more specifically, his prairie-style stained glass windows. They looked at his use of repetiotn and uniform shapes. They then created their own designs using geometric shapes of colored celophane. This lesson was one I found on the United Art Supply website. In December, second graders were able to explore the art of printmaking. Through generous donations from a couple of grandparents, our classroom is equipped with inking plates and brayers. Students created their own design for their styrofoam printing block. They then began printing on a variety of colors of paper with gold, silver, and black inks. They chose their best prints and were encouraged to arrange them together in a balanced way. First graders created paper mache Christmas ornaments with newspaper and art paste. It was a polarizing experience; while many kids LOVED dipping their hands into the paste, there were the students who thought it was GROSS (although I think they secretly loved the change of materials). After their ornaments dries, they paints them how the wished with tempera paints. Kindergartners used air dry clay to create small pinch pots. They used tempera paint to add color. I dipped each in a clear acrylic solution to seal the paint and give a glossy finish. They were so proud of these cute creations!
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AuthorI am a K - 5th grade art teacher at Wilson Creek Elementary and Anna McDonald School in Manhattan, IL. I am also a mother of two little girls (who share my love of art)! Archives
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