Halloween / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create a Halloween-themed artwork and appreciate the different elements of art used.

Materials and Prep

  • White paper
  • Colored pencils or crayons
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Halloween-themed images (can be printed or drawn)

Before starting the lesson, make sure you have all the materials ready and familiarize yourself with the concept of Halloween.

Activities

  1. Create a Halloween Collage:

    • Using the Halloween-themed images, cut out different shapes and objects.
    • Arrange and glue the cut-out images on a white paper to create a spooky Halloween scene.

  2. Color the Halloween Scene:

    • Use colored pencils or crayons to add vibrant colors to your Halloween collage.
    • Think about the mood and atmosphere you want to create with your colors.

First Grade Talking Points

  • "Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31st. It is a time when people dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating."
  • "Art is a way to express our creativity and imagination. Today, we will be creating a Halloween-themed artwork."
  • "Collage is a type of artwork where we glue different pictures or materials onto a surface to create a new image."
  • "When creating your Halloween collage, think about the different elements of art such as shapes, colors, and textures."
  • "You can use colored pencils or crayons to add colors to your Halloween scene. Think about the mood and atmosphere you want to create."
  • "Once you have finished your artwork, take a moment to appreciate the effort and creativity you put into it. Art is a wonderful way to express ourselves!"