Let's Be Artists!
We learn about the styles of various artists and illustrators.
OBJECTIVE
Students will:
- Gain information from the readings.
- Participate in discussion.
- Create an art project based on an artist's style.
LESSONS FOR THIS UNIT
Lesson 1: Who are Artists and Illustrators?
Lesson 2: Let’s Draw!
Lesson 3: Let’s Paint!
Lesson 4: Let’s Create a Sculpture!
Lesson 5: Let’s Create a Collage!
Lesson 6: Let’s Have an Art Show! Let’s Create an Art Gallery!
SUPPORTING BOOKS
Books and Resources for Teaching About Artists and Illustrators
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Design It Yourself: Supercars
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Design It Yourself: Supercars
Learn about cars and then use the included templates to draw your own Supercar. The kit includes a 32-page book filled with facts about favorite cars (from the Lamborghini to the Dodge Viper), a sheet of stencils, a plastic template, and a project pad.
Fun Factor
$9.99
Templates teach you to sharpen your creative skills and have fun with cars.
books;interactive and novelty books;other activity books | Ages 8-12
Ages 8-12 $9.99
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Pueblo Storyteller
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Pueblo Storyteller
A 10-year-old Native American storyteller vividly describes the Pueblo traditions that have been passed down to her through the generations.
"An excellent resource for Native American units." - Booklist.
$3.95
Paperback Book | Grades 3-5
Grades 3-5 $3.95
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