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Exploring the Magic of Design with a Futuristic Menu
🖌️ Art Meets Sustainability: Designing a Futuristic Menu Featuring Edible Insects 🦗 Welcome to today’s creative art lesson! We’re combining graphic design, sustainability, and a touch of entomophagy (that’s the fancy word for eating insects) to create a futuristic restaurant menu. Using Canva, a free and easy-to-use graphic design platform, you’ll be designing an eye-catching,…
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Exploring the Wonder of Weather with a Simple Craft
Art + Science: Watercolor Rain Cloud Craft with Salt & Tassel Rain Looking for a creative way to combine art and science in your classroom or at home? This watercolor rain cloud craft is a beautiful and engaging way for kids to explore weather systems while experimenting with watercolor techniques. The magic of salt on…
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Exploring the Magic of Ancient Egyptian Art with Insects and Symmetry
🦋 Art Lesson: Symmetry in Nature & the Magic of Ancient Egyptian Colors In today’s art adventure, we’re combining observation, creativity, and a little bit of history! We’ll explore symmetry by drawing insects, then dive into the world of ancient Egyptian art, where the deep blues of lapis lazuli and radiant gold once decorated tombs…
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Understanding Feelings By Learning To Draw Simple Facial Expressions
Understanding Feelings Art has always been a way for people to express themselves. For young children, drawing can be a magical way to show what they’re feeling when words are hard to find. Whether they’re happy, sad, angry, or excited, children often have an easier time showing their emotions through pictures than they do through…
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Colorful Recycled Bottle Flowers and Sharing the Planet
Turning Trash Into Treasure In a world increasingly concerned with sustainability, artists and crafters are finding innovative ways to repurpose everyday materials that would otherwise end up in landfills. One such material is the humble plastic bottle. Often considered a waste product, plastic bottles can be transformed into stunning works of art, from sculptures to…
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Exploring the World Around Us with Coffee Filter Flowers
Statement of Inquiry:Changes in nature inspire creativity and understanding of the interconnectedness of the world around us. Related Concept:Patterns and Systems Global Context:Scientific and Technical Innovation – This context helps explore how natural systems function and how understanding these systems can lead to creative expression. Inspiration: Activity: Spring’s Rebirth – Creating with Nature Objective:Students will…
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Exploring the World of Storybook Illustration and Authorship
Statement of Inquiry: Children’s book illustrations play a vital role in storytelling by visually communicating emotions, themes, and ideas, enhancing the reader’s understanding and connection to the narrative. Through the exploration of different artistic techniques and styles, students can better grasp how illustrations shape the reading experience for young audiences. Related Concept: Visual Literacy: The…
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Exploring Identity, Place and Time with Cave Painting
Statement of Inquiry: The evolution of art reflects the changing relationships between humans, their environment, and their understanding of the world, revealing stories of identity and place across time. Related Concept: Expression (how humans use art to communicate ideas, beliefs, and experiences) and Connection (how art is influenced by culture, environment, and historical context). Global…
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“About Me” Mandalas as a Reflection of Self Through Universal Themes and Symbolism
“About Me” Mandalas as a Reflection of Self Central Idea: Through the creation of a Mandala, we explore who we are, our values, and how we connect to the world around us. Key Concepts: Related Concepts: Inquiry Questions: Global Context: Identities and RelationshipsThis global context explores how individuals and groups interact, express their identities, and…
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Exploring Amazing Blue and White Ceramics: A Lesson in Trade, History, and Art
Statement of Inquiry: The use of blue and white ceramics, particularly through the historical trade of cobalt, reveals how cultural exchange shapes art, design, and global commerce. Key Concept: Culture – The exploration of how global trade and artistic traditions influence the creation and appreciation of blue and white ceramics. Related Concept: Innovation – How…
Rebecca Wacht
Art Teacher / Creative
Recent Posts
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- Exploring the Magic of Ancient Egyptian Art with Insects and Symmetry
- Exploring Portrait Painting with the Grid Method for Best Results
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- Colorful Recycled Bottle Flowers and Sharing the Planet
- Exploring the World Around Us with Coffee Filter Flowers
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