Self-Contained Kindergarten students explored sculpture by using Model Magic to form oyster shells. Students began by observing the shape and texture of real shells, then used their hands to pinch, press, and mold the material to create curved, layered forms. This hands-on process helped strengthen their fine motor skills while encouraging them to experiment with shape and detail. Tune in for adding pearls to showcase inner beauty!

Self-Contained students began this project with a guided (directed) drawing of a seahorse, learning about its unique features such as its curled tail, long snout, and the way it moves through the water. Along the way, students were introduced to fun facts about seahorses( for example having top speed of 5ft per hour), building both their observation and listening skills.

After drawing, students explored color and texture by using coffee filters and bleeding tissue paper. They carefully placed and layered the tissue, then added water to watch the colors spread and blend, creating soft, flowing effects that mimic the underwater environment. This process encouraged experimentation while developing fine motor skills and an understanding of how colors mix and move.