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Exploring the Magic of Autumn Leaves with Watercolor Resist
Exploring Seasons Through Art & Science: Autumn Inspiration Under the Theme “How the World Works” As part of our current inquiry into the IB Primary Years Programme transdisciplinary theme “How the World Works”, our young artists have been exploring the science behind the changing seasons—specifically, the transition into autumn. This unit combines art and science…
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How to Make a Fun and Versatile Zine (No Staples Needed)
How to Make a Simple One-Page Zine (No Staples Needed!) Looking for a quick and creative art project? Making a zine from a single sheet of A4 paper is a fun way to turn your ideas into a mini book—with no binding, staples, or glue required. All you need is a piece of A4 paper,…
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Exploring the Magic of Insects with Recycled Egg Carton Sculptures
🐞 Egg Carton Insect Sculptures: A Study of Anatomy and Form Transform a simple egg carton into a delightful insect using construction paper and a bit of creativity! This project is perfect for young artists and educators aiming to teach about insect anatomy while recycling materials. 🧰 Materials Needed ✂️ Step-by-Step Instructions 1. Prepare the…
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Exploring the Magic of Underwater Worlds with Collage Adventures
🎨 Exploring Underwater Worlds: Snorkeling Self-Portrait Collage Art Project 🌊 As the weather warms and the days get longer, there’s no better time to dive into a summer-themed art adventure! This week in our art room, we explored the vibrant beauty of the underwater world—through the lens of us! Our young artists created whimsical snorkeling…
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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 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…
Rebecca Wacht
Art Teacher / Creative
Recent Posts
- Exploring the Magic of Winter with Aluminum Foil Monoprinting
- Exploring the Magic of Cubism and Picasso: Seeing the World from Different Angles
- Exploring the Magic of Autumn Leaves with Watercolor Resist
- Exploring Summer Under Water with Snorkels and Sea Life
- How to Make a Fun and Versatile Zine (No Staples Needed)
- Exploring the Magic of Pixels to Paint by Recreating AI Art
- How to Hone Observation and Composition with a Room
- How to Paint like Picasso: Painting through the Blues
- Exploring the Magic of Insects with Recycled Egg Carton Sculptures
- Exploring the Colorful World of Pop Art with Andy Warhol
- Kaboom! Exploring the Magic of Comic Book Drawing
- Applying the Magic of Chinese Writing to a Functional Art Piece
- Exploring the Fine Motor Skills Magic of Scrunching and Pressing Paper
- Exploring the Magic of Underwater Worlds with Collage Adventures
- Exploring the Magic of Design with a Futuristic Menu
