Article Reading Through the Arts
How theater and visual arts can help to engage your students to read.
In this K-2 lesson, students will create their own adjective monsters using paper sculpture techniques. They will explore the connections between visual art and language arts, and how both are used to creatively tell stories and express emotions.
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Teachers should view the for photos of architectural monsters that you may wish to post to inspire students. Review and create sample .
General knowledge of basic shapes.
Adaptive scissors and other assistive technologies may be helpful throughout the lesson. Allow extra time as needed.
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Barbara Gardner
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Amy Heathcott
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JoDee Scissors
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December 18, 2023
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