In March, third grade artists will participate in the Naperville Police Department’s annual calendar contest. They will design crime prevention posters that creatively promote safety, responsibility, and following the law. Students will focus on clear messaging and strong visual design to communicate important community safety themes. This project encourages thoughtful artwork that connects art with real-world impact.
Creating artwork that reflects culture, traditions, and the world around us
Exploring how artists from different times and places express ideas
Understanding that art can share community and environmental stories
Making art inspired by plants, animals, landscapes, and seasons
Exploring how nature influences design and creativity
Creating art that shows their own experiences in the natural world
Using art to show personal interests, ideas, and identity
Exploring self-expression through different styles and materials
Recognizing that each artist’s voice is unique
Color: Understanding and using complementary colors
Style: Exploring realism and non-realism in art
Printmaking: Creating repeated images and patterns through printing techniques
Principles of Design: Using emphasis to make certain parts of an artwork stand out
Principles of Design: Exploring rhythm by repeating lines, shapes, or colors
3D Creation: Building and sculpting with a variety of materials