Your second grader and art
Second graders explore color and learn about the elements and meaning in art.
Activity: Let music be their muse
How you can help at home: Your first-grader listens to music and then draws a picture that illustrates how the music makes her feel.
Activity: Create a mummy
How you can help at home: Make shawabtis, small mummy-like statues, to introduce your child to the art of ancient Egypt.
Activity: Make a reading tree
How you can help at home: In this activity your child records books she has read on a reading tree.
Activity: Make a self-portrait
How you can help at home: Making a self-portrait is an engaging art project for your child.
Make your own wrapping paper
How you can help at home: Try printmaking to make your own wrapping paper!
Create an obelisk
How you can help at home: To learn about Egyptian art, try making your own obelisk out of paper.
Make a scene
When books begin to seem like hard work, dioramas help bring their magic to life.
Learn the language of rhythm
Popsicle sticks and pipe cleaners spell out musical grammar for first- and second-graders.
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