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Winter Wonderland Art

Lesson Plan

Winter Wonderland Art

Winter Art

In this lesson, students will create a winter-themed art piece using markers. This activity encourages creativity and self-expression while exploring the beauty of winter. It helps develop fine motor skills and an appreciation for seasonal changes.

Audience

7-8 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning

Materials

Markers, and White drawing paper

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion about winter and what makes it unique.
  • Ask students to share their favorite things about winter (e.g., snow, holidays, winter sports).
  • Introduce the art activity: creating a winter wonderland scene using markers.

Step 2

Demonstration

10 mins

  • Show examples of winter scenes (e.g., snowy landscapes, winter animals, holiday decorations).
  • Demonstrate basic drawing techniques with markers, such as blending colors and creating textures.

Step 3

Art Activity

30 mins

  • Distribute white drawing paper and markers to each student.
  • Encourage students to draw their own winter wonderland scene, incorporating elements discussed earlier.
  • Walk around the room to provide guidance and encouragement.

Step 4

Sharing and Discussion

10 mins

  • Allow students to share their artwork with the class.
  • Encourage students to talk about their creative choices and what they enjoyed about the activity.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the lesson by highlighting the creativity and effort shown by the students.
  • Ask students to reflect on what they learned about winter and art.
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