The 5th Graders looked at the traditional textile art of Adinkra Symbols from Ghana, Africa. We talked about how symbols represent meaning and can often be very personal. I encouraged the students to think of a symbol that represents themselves. Some chose one of Adinkra symbols, while others chose symbols from our own American culture. After they chose their symbol, each student carved the positive and negative out of EZ cut linoleum for printing. They created their colorful borders with oil pastels.
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January 16, 2011
January 10, 2011
Owl Moon
The 1st Graders created artworks based on the book, "Owl Moon" by Jane Yolen and John Schoenherr. They worked on creating a collaged background of branches and the moon. Then they added the effect of snow with a toothbrush. Finally, each student created their wonderfully unique owl to perch on the branches.
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