Islamic Art
In this project the 5/6s are tying together Social Studies, Math and Art! They are making a geometric tile design (based on their name) using repeating shapes and patterns. They viewed a slide show about characteristics of Islamic art and the variety of types of Islamic art.
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| Step 1: Cut 12 x 12″ piece of paper. Fold in half then in half again. |
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| Step 2: Open and fold one more time, diagonally. |
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| Step Three: Write your name on one triangle from top to bottom of the triangle. Use block or bubble letters. |
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| Step Four: Use carbon paper to flip and flop and trace the name on to each of the triangles. The name will be a radial design all around. This is the trickiest part for the kids. |
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| Finally, use markers to draw patterns on the shapes. Use the same colors/patterns on the same letters all the way around. We used regular markers and also Crayola Color Switcher markers for added pizazz. |
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| Work in progress by 6th grader |
These are beautiful. I used to do something like this, but haven't for a while – and this has inspired me!
Love this!!
These are beautiful- this project will be an excellent addition to my mosque architecture lesson- thanks for sharing!
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