The 2nd graders have been learning about the characteristics and functions of Alaskan masks as well as the cultural traditions of Native Alaskans. They made a 3-D mask using typical characteristics— animal or human features, fur, feathers, appendages, hoops around the mask.
I had another craft session of making snowmen after school yesterday. Here are the ones we made. You can see a full tutorial here.
I had my first after school holiday crafts class yesterday. I had 14 kids with me making snowmen. You can see the tutorial here. Here are our finished snowmen!
The kindergartners made paper mache rattles after learning about Native American rattles. We viewed a Powerpoint about the rattles used in Native American ceremonies. The students made their own rattle which could be used for music and dancing. We were not trying to copy the rattles, but use them for inspiration. Here are the steps:1. First, tape a paint stick to the inside of a paper plate. 2. Put beans on the plate. 3. Tape another plate on top. … Read more…
Here is an easy, no-sew snowman that my after school art class is going to make. I’m so excited to try it with the kids and of course I will post pictures to show you their results. 1. Gather supplies: rubberband, fabric scissors, white tube sock, colorful infant sock, stuffing, rice, buttons, felt and ribbon. 2. Cut off the top of the tube sock. Experiment to see what works best for you. 3. Drop a large handful of dry … Read more…
Mobiles, by 7th and 8th gradersI wanted to share with you some of the mobiles that the middle school kids are doing at my school. I share a room with another art teacher, and I see all the projects they create. This is a really awesome project! The kids are having a blast and they are learning all about balance, movement, three-dimensional art, and more. They each started with large wires and these sticks (which I didn’t know what they … Read more…
