How can I support my 6th grader in Exploring Art?

Encourage your student to share their artwork and talk about their creative process. Ask questions like:

• What inspired this project?

• What materials or techniques did you try?

• What was fun or challenging about this work?

• What would you like to try next?

Take time to look at their projects and celebrate their efforts. Support practice at home by providing space, time, and materials for drawing, painting, or other creative activities. You can also create art alongside your student—painting, drawing, or crafting together can be a fun way to explore creativity and share ideas. Encourage visits to museums, galleries, or local art exhibits to see different styles and techniques. Show interest in their sketches, journals, or reflections, helping your student think about their own work and the work of other artists.

To learn more about course goals, expectations, grading, and materials, please review the Art Class Syllabus here. 

PARENTS: If you are interested in setting up a parent observer account to see what your child sees in Canvas, click here.