Abstract art

Art

• The student experiments with color, shape, and line to create their abstract art piece.
• They learn to express their emotions and ideas through their artwork.
• The student learns about different art styles and forms of expression.

English Language Arts

• The student describes their artwork using descriptive words and phrases.
• They may create a short story or poem inspired by their abstract art.
• The activity encourages creativity in language use and storytelling.

Math

• The student may learn about measurement and geometric shapes through the creation of their artwork.
• They may practice counting and sorting different materials or colors used in the activity.
• The art-making process could involve basic mathematical concepts such as patterns and symmetry.

Music

• The student may listen to music while creating their abstract art, which can inspire their creative process.
• They can develop an understanding of rhythm and movement through their engagement with music during the activity.
• The activity can foster a connection between visual art and auditory perception.

Continued Development: Encourage the student to explore different techniques and materials in creating abstract art. They can experiment with various textures, such as using sand, tissue paper, or other found objects, to create different effects in their art. Additionally, introduce the concept of collage or mixed media to expand their artistic skills and understanding.

Book Recommendations

• Mouse Paint by Ellen Stoll Walsh: A delightful story that introduces children to color mixing through the playful antics of three white mice.
• The Noisy Paint Box: The Colors and Sounds of Kandinsky’s Abstract Art by Barb Rosenstock and Mary GrandPré: This book introduces children to the abstract art of Wassily Kandinsky and how he experienced synesthesia, seeing colors and hearing sounds at the same time.
• by David Wiesner: An imaginative and visually stunning book that explores the creative process through the story of two lizard friends, Art and Max.