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Monday, February 4, 2019

Valentine's Day & Book Giveaway

Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays in the Art room! This simple project starts with my own book, LOVE YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING, and is perfect for 1st grade and Kindergarten. I'll be giving away a copy of my book on Monday, 2/11/19- just comment below to be entered!

Here's the lesson. I begin by reading to everyone on the classroom rug:





Then I demo how to use origami paper to create a heart. Each class gets a different color so that when finished I can create a rainbow display in the hallway. Color coding also makes it easier to pass back art to students later ; )




I draw a big example of how to draw a heart on the fold, and have students check with me before cutting to avoid wasting paper. When they have cut their heart they can create a design, drawing, or message for someone they love using black felt tip marker. If there's enough time I let them make a second one to bring home.

 Sweet and simple!

Here's the beautiful display my volunteer made:

5 comments:

  1. I love that you incorporate books into your art lessons! And this display is truly LOVEly!

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  2. I always want to incorporate more books into my projects. This looks like a fun one!

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    1. Congratulations wingedchaos, you won the giveaway! Please send me your address at annaharberfreeman@gmail.com and I'll pop your book in the mail. Thanks for reading!

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  3. I love the book! And I love to use color to organize! ❤️��������

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  4. Loved seeing this pop up in my feed! What an inclusive lesson, and shows your own creative endeavors by using your book. I am glad to see you start this blog. Miss you and yours and thanks for this!

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