Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to explore and appreciate the visual arts of France during Christmas.
Materials and Prep
- Paper and pencils
- Internet access or books about Christmas in France
Activities
- Research Christmas traditions in France. Find out how they celebrate, what decorations they use, and any specific art forms associated with Christmas in France.
- Create a Christmas card inspired by French art. Use the information you gathered in your research to incorporate French elements into your design.
- Write a short paragraph explaining the artistic choices you made for your Christmas card. What elements of French art did you include and why?
Fourth Grade Talking Points
- "In France, Christmas is called 'Noël'. They celebrate it with many traditions and customs."
- "One popular French Christmas decoration is the 'Crèche', which is a nativity scene. It often includes handcrafted clay figurines."
- "Another traditional French decoration is the 'Sapin de Noël', which is a Christmas tree. People decorate it with ornaments and lights."
- "French artists, like Henri Matisse and Claude Monet, have created beautiful artworks that capture the spirit of Christmas."
- "When creating your Christmas card, think about the colors, shapes, and symbols that represent France and Christmas. Use your imagination to make it unique and special."