Category Archives: 2nd Grade
EASTER–THE EMPTY TOMB
The empty tomb—He is risen!! This project has a boulder, which is attached to the tomb with a paper fastener. The boulder can be left closed before Easter and then opened at Easter to revel the empty tomb with the … Continue reading
BUTTERFLY PUPPET
This project is suitable for any time of year, but I think it has special significance during the Easter season. Before we begin our class, the second graders and I talk about Jesus’ life, death and resurection and why the … Continue reading
FIRST COMMUNION TRIPTYCH
“Be My Way, Be My Truth, Be My Life, Oh Lord.” A beautiful hymn is the inspiration for this First Communion triptych. Made while preparing for first reconciliation and communion, this project will have special meaning for the class. This … Continue reading
JEWELED CD TURTLE
The painted turtle is just one of nature’s beautiful reptiles. The construction paper body of our turtle is sandwiched between two CDs that form the shells. Our little hanging turtle has assorted sequins attached with glitter glue on one side; … Continue reading
KATE MAWDSLEY INSPIRED ANIMALS
Kate Mawdsley, artist, is the inspiration for this project. Her animal paintings are so simple and colorful. This is a good project to get the kids to draw large; to fill the paper. I cut paper so it measured 4 … Continue reading
BEE ALL THAT YOU CAN BEE
As parents and teachers we strive to promote strong character traits in children. The poem, “Children Learn What They Live,” by Dorothy Law Nolte (you can see a copy of her poem at http://www.empowermentresources.com/info2/childrenlearn.html) is the inspiration for this project. … Continue reading
HEAVEN’S ANGELS
We started this class with a quick lesson on drawing angels. A good site for a simple angel drawing lesson can be found at: http://www.hellokids.com Type in “how to draw an angel,” in the search bar. This, “Heavenly Daze,” project can … Continue reading
HOLY FAMILY CUBE
This little cube stable is just the right size for the 2″ Holy Family. I also used these Mo Manning digital stamps for the “Pop-up Nativity,” 3rd grade project. The digital stamps are so convenient because you can size them … Continue reading
