Unit 3: Nature's Art: Exploring the Beauty of the Outdoors

Unit 3: Nature's Art: Exploring the Beauty of the Outdoors

Overview: In this unit, 2nd-grade students will become nature-inspired artists. They'll observe the beauty of the outdoors and learn to capture it in their artwork. This unit will spark their appreciation for nature's wonders and inspire them to create art that reflects the world around them.

Key Concepts:

• Observational Skills: Students will practice observing natural elements such as plants, insects, and landscapes.

• Nature-Inspired Art: Students will learn how to create art that is inspired by the beauty of the outdoors.

• Textures and Patterns: Students will explore the textures and patterns found in nature and use them in their art.

Activities:

• Nature Sketching: Students will go outside and sketch objects from nature, such as leaves, flowers, or rocks.

• Outdoor Still Life: Students will create a still life arrangement using natural objects and draw or paint it.

• Nature Collages: Students will collect natural materials like leaves, twigs, and petals to create collages.

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this unit, students will:

• Enhance their observational skills.

• Develop an appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.

• Use natural textures and patterns in their artwork.

• Learn to create nature-inspired art using different techniques.

Unit 3: Nature's Beauty: Looking & Seeing

Students will experiment with texture and use observational skills to make and create art influenced by nature.