Theme Goal: Art
Through particiating in the experiences provided by this theme, children may learn:
- The use of art.
- Places where works of art can be found.
- Art tools.
- Surfaces used of art.
- Occupation associated with art.
- Kinds of art.
Concepts for the Children to Learn
- Art is an expression of feelings and thoughts.
- Brushes, paints, pencils, felt-tip markers, crayons, chalk, and paper are all art tools.
- An artist uses art tools to make designs, pictures, or sculptures.
- Art is a form of communication.
- A Museum has art objects.
- Paper, canvas,w purple, orange, and wood can all be painted.
- We are all artists.
- Artists create for many reasons-personal enjoyment, gift giving, and career.
Vocabulary
- Art---a form of beauty.
- crayon---an art tool made of wax.
- paint---colored liquid used for decoration.
- Paintbrush---a tool for applyng paint.
- chalk---a soft stone used for writing or drawing.
- artist---a person who creates art.
- Gallery---a place to display works of art.
Bulletin Board
The purpose of this bulletin board is to reinforce color-matcing skills. Construct a crayon match bulletin board b drawing 16 crayons on white tag board. Devide the crayons in to pairs. Color each pair of crayons a different color. Include the color pink, red, blue, yellow, brown, and green. Hang one from each pair on the top of bulletin board. A pushpin can be added to the bottom set of crayons to their corresponding match on the bottom of the bulletin board.
Adjust the bulletin board to match the develepmental needs and lebel of the children. For younger children, use fewer color choice. Let the children use the bulletin board during self-directed and self initiated play periods. Repetition of this activity is important for assimiation, providing it is initiated by the child.
Social Studies
The Feel of Color
This activity can be introduced at large group time. Begin by collecting colored construction paper. Individually hold each color up and ask the children how that particular color makes them feel. Adjectives that may be used include: hot cold, cheerful, warm, sad, tired, happy, clean.
Sensory
Additional to the sensory table.
Mix together food coloring, 1 cup corn starch, and 1 cup water in the sensory table. If a larger quantity is desired, double or triple the recipe.
Mix food coloring, 1 cup liquid starch, and 2 cups of glue together. Stir constantly until the ingredients are well mixed. Add more starch as needed.
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