Objective
By the end of the lesson, the student will be able to explore and appreciate the theme of water through visual arts activities.
Materials and Prep
Materials:
- White paper
- Watercolor paints
- Paintbrushes
- Crayons
- Water
Prep:
- Prepare a space for the art activities
- Fill containers with water for painting
Activities
1. Watercolor Exploration: Encourage the student to use watercolor paints to create their interpretation of water on the white paper. Discuss the colors and shapes they see in water.
2. Crayon Resist: Have the student draw a water scene with crayons on the paper, then use watercolor paints to paint over it. Discuss how the crayon resists the paint, creating interesting effects.
Preschool Grade Talking Points
- "Water is very important for us. We drink water and animals drink water too."
- "We can see water in rivers, lakes, and the ocean. It's fun to swim and play in the water."
- "When we look at the water, we can see different colors like blue and green. What colors do you see in water?"