Children create simple Origami sculptures. Lessons involve the mixing of primary colors to create secondary colors. The color wheel is introduced, and children experiment with applied color or by direct mixing of tempera paints. Student practice tracing around a template as a means of increasing fine motor dexterity and creating shapes in repetition. Circles are introduced and created using templates, compasses, and free-hand.
Students look for circular shapes in nature and create abstract designs using circles.
Children are given a variety of tools and materials to create pictures or sculptures of their own devising in a creative play opportunity for self-expression. Children cover a paper surface with a controlled line and then study the page to find shapes which suggest images. Images are drawn with wax-based crayons and then washed with watercolor paints. The wax of the crayons resists the water creating interesting effects. Students are given specially prepared paper which hides a field of random colors under a black waxy coating.