Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to create their own miniature artwork and understand the concept of scale and proportion in visual arts.

Materials and Prep

Materials:

• Colored pencils or markers
• White paper or small canvases
• Reference images of miniatures

Prep:

• Prepare a variety of reference images of miniature artworks
• Set up a designated art space for the student

Activities

1. Show the student different examples of miniature artworks and discuss the concept of scale and proportion in visual arts.

2. Encourage the student to choose a subject for their miniature artwork, such as a tiny house, a small animal, or a tiny landscape.

3. Guide the student to start creating their own miniature artwork using the provided materials, focusing on attention to detail and proportion.

4. Once the artwork is completed, have the student share and explain their creation, discussing the challenges and successes they experienced.

Kindergarten Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to make tiny artworks called miniatures. They are like small versions of regular-sized art!"
• "Let's look at some pictures of tiny houses, little animals, and small landscapes. These are all examples of miniatures."
• "Now, you get to choose what you want to make small. It can be anything you like!"
• "Remember to use your colored pencils or markers to make your miniature colorful and beautiful."
• "When you're finished, you can tell me all about your miniature artwork. What did you like about making it?"