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MOMS ROCK
Here’s another Mother’s Day project using watercolor paper. This time for the vase that folds so the bouquet is free standing. The flower centers can be drawn in or you can use the pattern sheet of already drawn faces. Although … Continue reading
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
GLITTER LEAVES
The beautiful and varied shapes of leaves make for wonderful art. This project allows the 3rd Grade to practice their skills of tracing, using a ruler and following directions. This picture doesn’t show the glitter, but it is especially beautiful … Continue reading
