Third grade artists are exploring printmaking by using bubble wrap to create a honeycomb texture. Students will focus on how artists use printmaking to create texture in their work. After printing, they will practice step by step drawing to create a realistic bee on top. This project helps connect printmaking with drawing while building attention to detail and craftsmanship.
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