Tag Archives: Christmas
REINDEER ANTICS
I’m sure that at this time of year, all Santa’s reindeer are excited about Christmas. In my imagination, the littlest reindeer are also anticipating receiving gifts, which have them jumping and tumbling with joy. So, to share this mental image, … Continue reading
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AND THE ANGELS SING
Next to Christmas, a day most little kids love the best is a birthday. A gentle reminder for them to remember why we celebrate Christmas is this project that combines Christmas and a very special birthday. The Jesus and angel … Continue reading
CHARLIE BROWN’S TREE
Charlie Brown’s Christmas tree always reminds me that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. When one person may say Charlie’s tree is pathetic, lots of others, especially children, would say it is beautiful. See how the little ones … Continue reading
WEATHER FORCAST FOR THE BIRDS
A grey overcast sky, snowflakes and a sun trying desperately to shine are conditions that inspire conversation. We can imagine that humans aren’t the only ones talking about the weather. In this art project we try to picture birds wondering … Continue reading
FROZEN WINTER SCENE
This mirrored silhouette art is a great project for the fifth or sixth graders. It isn’t real easy so they will have a sense of accomplishment when they finish making their art. The supplies list and pictured directions for this … Continue reading
FOLLOW THE STAR COUNTDOWN CALENDAR
You know that from now until Christmas the kids are going to ask, many times, “How many days ’til Christmas?” Help them make a countdown calendar like this one so they can see how many days are left. The star is the … Continue reading
WE’LL TRIM THE TREE
After the students do this project, it can be used as a Christmas card or as a wall hanging. So many art classes are limited to an hour or less, so patterns and directions are welcomed by the busy classroom teacher. Although … Continue reading
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FINDING CHRISTMAS IN SANTA
We all know how much fun it is to believe in Santa Claus, looking forward to his coming to our house and his leaving gifts. But, we also want our children to understand the deeper meaning of the Christmas holiday. … Continue reading
