Paper Masks- 3rd and 4th Grade

The third and fourth grades learned about how masks are used in other cultures. After looking at examples of many different masks, we discussed the different purposes masks might be used for. As a class we created a lists of the similarities and differences we found in the examples. After creating a list of the requirements for their masks, the students started a rough draft drawing for their own masks. They were instructed to decide on a purpose for their mask and write it on the back of their paper. The second class was devoted to demonstrating the many different ways to manipulate paper to create cut outs, pop outs and other details. The masks were decorated with sharpies, glitter, pom-poms, feathers, metallic paper, and yarn. I was impressed with the creativity and variety in the final products.

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Name Transformations

For the first mini drawing project, students were asked to write their first names in bubble or block letters and transform them into objects that reflect their unique personalities. Here are some amazing examples!!

3rd and 4th Grade Symmetrical Name Aliens

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Texture and Animal Emphasis Project

This lesson was inspired by two separate ideas, the first involving the use of pattern and texture, and the second, applying color theory to create a focal point. The discussion started with the concept of texture and visual texture and how one can create different textures. I held a contest where each table was challenged to write down as many examples of textures they could think of. The winning group had over sixty different textures!!! We then talked about how to draw these textures and practiced by repeating lines and/or shapes. The next part of the lesson was selecting an animal to be the focal point of the piece. The students were asked to create emphasis through their use of a color scheme demonstrating their understanding of color relationships from the color theory unit. A critique was held to view and talk about the finished product. Check them out below...

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