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Q-tip Fall Trees

Lesson Plan:

​Activity:

Q-Tip Fall Trees

Lesson plan developed by Ms. Erika Geelhoed, BA Ed

Age Group:

School-Age

* Lesson plan objective and assessment can be adapted to use this activity with preschoolers.

Objectives:  

Children will:

• express themselves by creating a piece of artwork.
• tell about their work including techniques used.

Q-Tip Fall Trees

Washington Common Core Standard

EALR 1

Washington State K–12 Arts Learning Standard:
EALR 1: The student understands and applies arts knowledge and skills in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts.

• Component 1.2: Develops arts skills and techniques.

o   Applies, experiences, and practices basic arts skills and techniques in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts.

Materials: 

• paint (red, yellow, orange, brown)
• Q-tips
• paper
• paintbrush

Procedure: 

• Begin the lesson by showing the children the new art technique.
  
• Show them how to paint a tree trunk and branches and then use the Q-tips to create leaves.
  
• Encourage the children to try the new technique on their own.
  
• As they are working you can ask questions like:
  • What do you think of this new way of painting?
  • Tell me about your tree. What is your favorite part and why?
  • What would you title this piece?
• Asking the children questions like these will get them thinking about their work on a deeper level, as well as allow you to gain insight on their creative process.

Assessment: 

• Observe and record the children’s actions and comments as they work. What did they have to say about the process and finished piece?

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