Project Title: Chinese Lanterns, also see our translation 中國燈籠 Description: Create paper Chinese lanterns. Discuss usage of Chinese lanterns in celebrations around the world. Explore meaning and historical significance behind decorative ornaments. How different cultures show compassion through symbolism Project Ideas: compassion, multicultural, interpersonal Author: Alysia Grade level or Target Age Range: Elementary grades …
Project Title: Origami Frogs, also see our translation 折紙青蛙 Description: Create diverse, paper origami frogs.Frogs are a symbol of perseverance. They wait patiently for flies Project Ideas: perseverance, patience, naturalistic, recycling Author: Alysia Grade level or Target Age Range: Elementary grades 1-5 Historical Art Examples or References: Photos of different frogs in their habitats …
Project Title: Clay Animals and Dr. Seuss. Also, see our translation 黏土動物和 Dr. Seuss Description: Use Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who to talk about appreciation for small animals and the role that they play in our ecosystem. A great introduction to compassion for life on earth. Project Ideas: compassion, empathy, literacy, …
Bookmaking and Paper making Books from ASI Library Project Title: Old MacDonald Description: Book Making Author: Mary Hager Grade level or Target Age Range: Preschool Materials: Pre-folded paper book, crayons, and old MacDonald video. Anticipatory Set: Watching the video, “Old MacDonald had a Farm.” Demo/Directions: Make your own book: To prepare this project, I made …
Project Title: Leaf Printing Description: Printmaking with autumn leaves. Author: Mary Hager Grade level or Target Age Range: Preschool Vocabulary: Autumn Materials: Large construction paper, washable ink, leaves collected from outside, ink rollers, and plastic board to roll ink on. Demo/Directions: Give each student one large piece of construction paper. If time permits, take the …
Project Title: Decorated Heart Envelope. Also, see our translation 愛心信封 Description: (major concepts covered by the lessons) Message written inside heart envelope set in certain writing style, along with graphic design elements to decorate the heart. Design themes for love, nature, landscapes, seasonal, or a favorite character, an expression of empathy.Applied concept of love …
Watch Our Garden Grow: Art Sphere Inc. Spring 2014 Art Program Location: Northern Liberties Recreation Center Dates: March 12, 19, 26; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14 Class Times: 4-5PM Art program will create a Spring Paper Installation around the Front building entrance and stairwell which will accumulate with art until …
This week I watched a great lecture from Idealist founder Ami Dar. The concepts he discussed revolved around how we ( people of all countries) need to connect together to create a better future. He began the discussion by confronting the gap that often exists between intention and action. While our worldly …
