By expressing and appreciating the arts, one develops thought processes and communication skills (Althouse, Johnson, & Mitchell). According to the Nevada Standards, Early childhood curriculum should not be taught in isolated segments, but integrated across content areas. The arts connect the content areas, and give children a means of developing new ways of understanding their world.
Having had the fourth of July recently, students have been learning about patriotism and discussing what it means to them. When asked about different ways to show their appreciation for our country, a student came up with the idea to create Statue Of Liberty Costumes. Students explored different art materials and worked hard at their creations. Here two students show off their patriotism and Statue Of Liberty Costumes!
Another state standard that is addressed frequently at HO4K is when students create works that express or represent experiences, ideas, feelings, and fantasy using various media. Above you will see 2 students experimenting with bath sponges covered in paint. Students predicted what kind of shape or "splat" would form at different heights. Students took turns standing and dropping the painted sponges from high, higher and highest locations. Observing the different art created was fun as we compared and talked about their art pieces. Lastly, students were able to sprinkle glitter onto the paint and their masterpieces became beautiful sparkly "fireworks"!
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