Grow Up Great
Note: This lesson requires a collection of discarded materials that have been collected in advance.
Note: Equally divide the small items, nature objects, construction paper scraps, and cotton balls among the tubs.
A sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art. Sculptures can be made from wood, stone, ceramic, metal, or a combination of different materials. Different materials can be assembled to emerge into a type of abstract art, which is meant to convey the notion of something. Landscape sculptures are meant to portray the essence of a landscape image; for instance, Suzy’s Sun (for Judy Tyler) gives the perception of a beach landscape on a sunny day.
Tinkering with bits and pieces of items is a great way to introduce children to new and different materials. As they explore the items, children can tap into their creativity and think of the possibilities that exist. This type of exploration can help children by promoting independence and decision making.
A sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art. Sculptures can be made from wood, stone, ceramic, metal, or a combination of different materials. Different materials can be assembled to emerge into a type of abstract art, which is meant to convey the notion of something. Landscape sculptures are meant to portray the essence of a landscape image; for instance, Suzy’s Sun (for Judy Tyler) gives the perception of a beach landscape on a sunny day.
These lessons are aligned with the Common Core State Standards ("CCSS"). The CCSS provide a consistent, clear understanding of the concepts and skills children are expected to learn and guide teachers to provide their students with opportunities to gain these important skills and foundational knowledge.[2]
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There are currently no Common Core Standards for pre-k, but these lessons are aligned as closely as possible to capture the requirements and meet the goals of Common Core Standards. However, these lessons were neither reviewed or approved by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices or the Council of Chief State School Officers, which together are the owners and developers of the Common Core State Standards.
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