Discover how to apply clown makeup to create your own clown face in this video-enhanced activity, working with the dimensions of your face and a clown look you want to recreate. Details »
Classroom Resources
Observe and feel different kinds of fabrics and see how they are used in fabric art. Make a class collection of fabrics and create an art project from the collection. Details »
Consider how jewelry enhances one's personality and understand the significance of body decoration in different cultures. Explore how a 2-dimensional drawing can be transformed into a 3-dimensional object by creating a piece of jewelry from clay. Details »
Delve into the history of weaving and discover that cartoons were first made by weavers. Role play as a commissioned artist working with a client and create a cartoon representing artwork that satisfies both parties. Details »
Examine how writing developed by studying the shapes used in ancient scripts and consider how writing can be incorporated with the visual arts. Create a sketchbook or journal of daily life using rubbings and make a layered collage. Details »
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Arts Everywhere
Discover how music, art and words can evoke our emotions and also unify us in protest, joy and sorrow.
Music in Every Classroom
Create a musical instrument and learn about rhythm, sound, how music affects mood and the role it plays in our lives.
