Thanks for posting this lesson. I used it with my 4th graders at the end of the year when the schedule is a bit unpredictable of if I see all students or some when I should (field trips, track and field helpers, other end of year activities). It really kept them engaged. If you didn't already mention this, I had to REALLY reinforce the idea of drawing the curved lines SLOWLY and CAREFULLY... because those kiddos that want to rush through ended up working sloppy, not liking their work and "giving up" on the whole project. So, I learned some lessons along the way!
oops. Almost forgot to add another "tip". I had students tape the two colored pencils they were using to the back of their paper so it wasn't a struggle to get started right away each class. We used blue painters tape.
Karen, that's a good tip...if you don't see 100+ 4th graders in a weeks time. I'd be out of colored pencils if they all did that!!! ha ha Though..it would be easier to deal with.
Hi Mr. E Just found your site... Love this lesson, think the kids would too! How did you get them started on this one? Do you have the steps posted somewhere? Thanks, Mrs. S
I love these. What a great line design assignment. I bet it has a very high succes rate.
ReplyDeletethese are really cool!
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting this lesson. I used it with my 4th graders at the end of the year when the schedule is a bit unpredictable of if I see all students or some when I should (field trips, track and field helpers, other end of year activities). It really kept them engaged. If you didn't already mention this, I had to REALLY reinforce the idea of drawing the curved lines SLOWLY and CAREFULLY... because those kiddos that want to rush through ended up working sloppy, not liking their work and "giving up" on the whole project. So, I learned some lessons along the way!
ReplyDeleteThanks again!
oops. Almost forgot to add another "tip". I had students tape the two colored pencils they were using to the back of their paper so it wasn't a struggle to get started right away each class. We used blue painters tape.
ReplyDeleteKaren, that's a good tip...if you don't see 100+ 4th graders in a weeks time. I'd be out of colored pencils if they all did that!!! ha ha Though..it would be easier to deal with.
ReplyDeleteHi Mr. E
ReplyDeleteJust found your site... Love this lesson, think the kids would too! How did you get them started on this one? Do you have the steps posted somewhere?
Thanks,
Mrs. S
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ReplyDeleteI can't find the lesson plan/steps on that website. Are you sure it's there?
ReplyDeleteSorry Ty T! Here it is...I hope! ha ha
ReplyDeletehttp://artwithmre.blogspot.com/2010/05/line-design-w-shading-steps.html
This was a great project. Many of the students got to experiment with sharpies and colors
ReplyDeleteThese pieces really are amazing. You must be a great teacher.
ReplyDeleteDeanne
Sydney, Australia
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Oh this is just amazing! Love that students are doing these! they look great!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea and practice, looks brilliant!
ReplyDeletecheers,
Candice
I just spray painted my classroom rug with this technique. I love it!!!!
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