This week, 1st graders are creating dotted works of art inspired by Peter H. Reynolds' book, The Dot! September 15th is International Dot Day, and is celebrated in schools all over the place! If you want to participate in International Dot Day, visit this link. I was originally inspired by his book, and @MsRogersArtClass on Instagram. Check out her cool projects, by clicking on her name!
Here's how we created our own!
4.5x6" 60lb paper
Day : (We have 45 minute classes and about 75% finished in one day) First I talked about Dot Day, and read them the book, The Dot.
Then, I demonstrated the steps to create their dots! We used markers 1st, crayons next, and Kwik Stix last. They were just supposed to draw dots and circles! When they were finished with that, they glued their small paper to a piece of yellow 9x12", and drew wavy and swirly lines on the edges to create their frame. They were supposed to cut around their wavy lines to finish it up!
Each picture turned out unique and wonderful!!
Here are some examples from 1st grade!
