Overview
We will use Ebony drawing pencils to explore drawing different types of lines. Students will be able to draw different types of lines using Ebony pencils.
Materials
- Ebony pencils
- Drawing paper
Activities
Step 1
Discuss and identify different kinds of lines in the classroom.
Step 2
Demonstrate using Ebony pencils to draw light and dark lines, then a variety of lines.
Step 3
Have students explore drawing light and dark, then a variety of lines.
Reflection
Students will reflect on their line drawings and what their lines remind them of. They will use the following sentence starter:
This line reminds me of ____.
Writing Prompt (Optional):
The teacher will transcribe the class discussion into a paragraph of text.
Sketchbook Prompt (Optional):
Students will start a sketchbook practice. They will draw six equal boxes on their paper and use lines and marks to create a visual texture related to a different animal in each box.
Vocabulary
Straight, curvy, bumpy, wavy, zigzag, spiral, thick, thin, dotted
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