Homeschool Art


We're rapidly approaching the end of our school year and I wanted to post a few of our art projects.  Our homeschool curriculum includes art books and instructions in the lesson plans a few times a week.  I have to admit that I am not very rigorous about ensuring we complete the art unit each day.  We do however, do art and other crafty activities regularly. 

In addition to the curriculum, I've also found a couple wonderful art blogs with many great ideas for kids.  One of my favorite inspiring places is Deep Space Sparkle.  As an art teacher in a public school she includes a lot of age specific projects, lesson plans, supply list recommendations, and lots of samples from real kids.     

This year we've studied many birds in our overview of United States history and introduction to the states. 

We made a textured owl craft. 


We made these pretty cardinals in conjunction with some of the many states that have cardinal as the state bird. 


   


We used this book by Eric Carl to practice drawing horizon lines, making painted paper, and cutting.



Andrew's completed masterpiece

Calvin's horse complete with a jump.

Mama sometimes gets in on the creating.
Not to mention all around fun with glue...

and paint...


and recycled crafts.
Do you have any favorite crafts for the kiddos?
Now I'm on the look-out for summer-time crafts to keep the kids busy. 

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Anonymous said…
Love how your horse is jumping right off the page- great touch there! kmc
May 10, 2013 at 9:33 AM
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