Project #1 Foot Print Introduction

Activity: For this project, we created a hidden safari. We started by making masks with red film and construction paper. Then, we selected an animal to draw, it would be any animal. When we drew our animal, we started by flipping our picture upside down and copied the lines and curves to draw our animal. This was done using a blue colored pencil, which is key for this project. While drawing, we had to make sure we were using light pressure so it wasn't too dark. After the animal was drawn, we used warm colors (red, yellow, orange) since blue is a cool color, we drew patterns of different shapes all over the paper in layers to completely cover it. After, there should be no blue showing and only the colored shapes. When the glasses are put on, the ones we made at the beginning, you can only see the animal.  Extended Activity:  One extended activity would be students going through a virtual zoo, looking at different animals in their habitats. After they learn about some animals, ...

  Activity:  For this activity, we worked with media clay. We began by removing any air bubbles through a series of techniques, including slapping, slamming, and kneading the clay. Once the clay was bubble-free and formed into a smooth ball, we used a rolling pin and two pieces of wood to achieve a consistent thickness. The goal was to roll the clay evenly, ensuring a uniform width throughout. Next, I used a bowl and a piece of cardboard to trace a circular shape onto the clay, which would serve as the outline for my tic-tac-toe board. I then employed various clay tools to carefully cut out the design. To enhance the piece further, I added 3D borders by rolling thin strips of clay and affixing them around the edges, giving the board a raised effect. With the remaining clay, I shaped dog bone motifs and small circles to represent a water bowl. To make the bowl more realistic, I used my thumb to gently create a shallow dip in the center. For the finishing touches, I painted the ...

  Activity:  In this activity, I started by taking two pieces of construction paper. I cut one of them in half and used a ruler to mark an inch from the top and an inch along the bottom. Once the inch strips were marked, I carefully cut them all the way up to the mark. Then, I labeled the strips with the numbers "1" and "2" at the bottom to help me keep track of which strips went where.  Next, I lifted the numbered strips to create a woven pattern by interlacing them. After finishing the weaving, I glued the completed piece onto the other construction paper. Finally, I reflected on the process by writing down three takeaways from the lesson or the history of paper weaving at the bottom of the page.   Extended Activity:  After completing the paper weaving project, students can enhance their creation by creating a 3D woven object. This activity involves using flexible materials like yarn, fabric strips, or twine to build a woven structure with depth, such as a bas...

  Activity: For this activity, you will need white print paper, a piece of construction paper, a marker, stencils, a roller, and glue. You will also need a print pad or a gel pad. You will apply the paint on the gel pad and then roll it so it covers the entire pad. After you roll the paint, you will need to put the stencil you choose on top of the paint and then put the paper on top and roll the paper so the paint transfers onto the paper. After that, you let it dry. Next, you will need to trace the chameleon shape onto the paper you painted and cut them out. After you cut them out, you will glue them onto the construction paper into the shape of the chameleon.  Extended Activity: For an extended activity, you could have students talk in groups or write down what their chameleon eats or what their chameleon does for fun. This extended activity incorporates language arts into the fun art lesson!