Black and White Stripes



a collection of class projects

Students cut out paper forming a black and white zebra stripe pattern. Look at images of zebras and discuss how the pattern works to protect the heard.
This is a great introduction to scissor skills and builds on pattern development. You can use regular scissors or "crazy" scissors with a decorative cutting edge. The white paper is the paper the students cut, and it is 1/3 smaller than the base black paper. Students must cut at least 5 stripes. I have also used this project as the base for an African shield project.  Vocabulary to introduce: negative and positive space, rhythm and pattern




November, 2009

Session II
Mandalas, Mosaics, Masks, Molas and Mummies
We will continue to explore the art, customs, clothing, culture
and architecture found in different countries. Each student
will be involved in a hands on project (or projects) that involves either
mandalas, mosaics, masks, molas or mummies. All projects
connect to classroom curriculum or support VAPA standards.

September 2009

African Animal Shields
1st grade cut, glue, color and create