2nd Grade

SECOND GRADE

Students explored the ancient technique of a resist method called Batik. Students learned about the history of batik making and the techniques of using hot wax and then dying the fabric. We modified the lesson by using Elmers glue and watered down acrylic paint. Students made their own first then worked together to make a collaborative batik. Students choose the theme of Jungle and Space.

Mister Seahorse

    In this lesson first we read the story Mister Seahorse by Eric Carle and then talked about his art process and some background information about him. Learning that Eric Carle paints his own paper and then uses a collage technique to create his stylized images. Students painted their own paper and use different techniques like blotting with a plastic bag, and using oil pastel with water paint to create a resist. Then the cut and pasted to make their collage image of a seahorse in the style of Eric Carle.