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The Art of Friendship: Expressing Through Creativity

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Ariana Bueno

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

The Art of Friendship: Expressing Through Creativity

Express friendship through art

In this lesson, 1st-grade students will explore the concept of friendship by expressing their understanding through various art forms such as painting, poetry, or dance. This creative approach encourages students to think deeply about what friendship means to them and helps develop their emotional intelligence and artistic skills. By engaging in this activity, students will enhance their ability to express emotions and ideas creatively, fostering a sense of community and empathy within the classroom.

Audience

1st Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Express friendship through art

Materials

Art supplies (paper, crayons, markers, paint), Music player, Discussion questions, and Worksheet: Friendship Art Reflection

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion about friendship. Ask students what friendship means to them.
  • Explain that today they will express their ideas of friendship through art.

Step 2

Creative Activity

25 mins

  • Provide students with art supplies and let them choose between painting, drawing, writing a short poem, or creating a dance.
  • Encourage them to think about a friend or what friendship means to them as they create their art.
  • Play soft background music to inspire creativity.

Step 3

Sharing Circle

10 mins

  • Gather students in a circle and invite them to share their artwork with the class.
  • Encourage them to explain what their creation represents about friendship.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Conclude with a discussion on how different art forms can express feelings and ideas.
  • Thank students for sharing and encourage them to continue thinking about friendship in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Friendship Discussion

A discussion to explore students' understanding of friendship and how it can be expressed through art.

What does friendship mean to you?

Encourage students to think about their friends and what makes those relationships special.







How can we show friendship through art?

Discuss different art forms and how they can convey emotions and ideas.







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Worksheet

Friendship Art Reflection

A worksheet for students to reflect on their art creation and what it represents about friendship.

Describe your artwork and what it represents about friendship.

Think about the colors, shapes, or words you used.







How did creating this art make you feel?

Consider your emotions during the creative process.







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