What do all of these pictures have in common? They are all things beginning with the letter S, located at Indiana University. The idea of this project stems from the book B is for Brooklyn, written and illustrated by Selina Alko. Her book is a celebration of Brooklyn and the culture of the area. Doing an activity like this helps children recognize aspects of their own neighborhoods in a celebration of community. Students may chose to use pictures or illustrations of their school or favorite place. Landmarks, events, local art or murals, and cultural influences that make up the area are all examples that could be incorporated into your students' collages.
Learn how to be more creative with your students Here are a few inspirational resources to refer to: http://thomaselementaryart.blogspot.com/ http://elmwoodart.blogspot.jp/ https://artfulparent.com/
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I found this assignment really wonderful and definitely will be doing this with my students. 1- Students create instruments with found objects. (Shakers, drums, etc...) 2- Students are grouped. Each group should have a student from a different category of instrument (i.e. not multiple shakers in the same group). 3- Groups will select a book out of set of books provided by the teacher. 4- Student groups read the book then make a song using the book as inspiration. 5- Once the group has completed their song they will perform for the class. This activity can be modified for all age groups. Here is a video of Ms. Ward's Kindergarten students that are presenting the instrument they created. |
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