Within social studies is learning about history, and becoming familiar with other cultures. The amount of art projects students can engage in pertaining to other cultures is limitless. Learning about a new culture is one thing, but making a physical connection to go along with it will make the learning much more impactful. Not only does art offer an educational piece within the classroom, but it allows students to show their creativity. In the end when work is display students also feel proud and accomplished.
Native American Culture
Pottery: Not only is pottery a huge part of the Native American culture, but it can also help students develop new motor skills and concepts. The sensory aspect is also great.
Totem Poles: This art activity would look awesome displayed on the walls, as well as offering endless opportunities to creativity. (Click here for more info & lesson plan idea)
Native American Culture
Pottery: Not only is pottery a huge part of the Native American culture, but it can also help students develop new motor skills and concepts. The sensory aspect is also great.
Totem Poles: This art activity would look awesome displayed on the walls, as well as offering endless opportunities to creativity. (Click here for more info & lesson plan idea)
African Culture
Thumb Piano: With this use of art and culture, music would also be incorporated! Learn about traditional African colors and patterns, and let students decorate their own thumb piano. Even listen to African music while doing this art project!
Collar Necklace: Each culture has a certain way they dress, texture, colors and patterns. Some even have traditional pieces they wear, such as collar necklaces in Africa.
Thumb Piano: With this use of art and culture, music would also be incorporated! Learn about traditional African colors and patterns, and let students decorate their own thumb piano. Even listen to African music while doing this art project!
Collar Necklace: Each culture has a certain way they dress, texture, colors and patterns. Some even have traditional pieces they wear, such as collar necklaces in Africa.
Chinese Culture
The Chinese New Year is a huge part of the Chinese culture. The following art ideas are based around learning about the Chinese New Year. How cool would it be to have your own cultural celebration in the classroom?
Chinese Dragon: The dragon has been a symbol of Chinese culture and history for centuries. Large dragon costumes are created in China for the New Year's Celebration.
Lanterns: During the Chinese New Year you can find red lanterns hung all through the town, streets, and peoples door steps.
The Chinese New Year is a huge part of the Chinese culture. The following art ideas are based around learning about the Chinese New Year. How cool would it be to have your own cultural celebration in the classroom?
Chinese Dragon: The dragon has been a symbol of Chinese culture and history for centuries. Large dragon costumes are created in China for the New Year's Celebration.
Lanterns: During the Chinese New Year you can find red lanterns hung all through the town, streets, and peoples door steps.