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In this 3-lesson introductory unit, students will explore the basics of tempera painting, starting with how to use a paintbrush to create a variety of marks, lines, and shapes. They will also learn to mix primary colors to make secondary colors, brown, and a range of tints.

In this 4-lesson unit, students will learn how to use composition, scale, and value to create still life drawings.

In this 6-lesson clay exploration unit, kindergarten students will discover the properties and potential of clay as a tactile medium. They will learn to manipulate clay using their hands as tools, create three-dimensional forms, and understand the concept of sculpture.

In this 6-lesson clay exploration unit, kindergarten students will discover the properties and potential of clay as a tactile medium. They will learn to manipulate clay using their hands as tools and explore techniques for creating stable structures, such as pressing, smoothing, and assembling pieces to stand up.

In this 7-lesson unit, students will create imaginary animal characters using oil pastels and collage, focusing on their unique features and emotions. The unit emphasizes social and emotional learning by encouraging students to articulate their puppets’ feelings and preferences.

In this 10-lesson unit, students will explore observational drawing, collage, and collagraph printmaking. They will draw animals as inspiration for printing plates, produce individual prints, and collaborate on a mural.

In this 10-lesson unit, students will design and create paper mâché puppet characters using recycled materials, adding details with paint, fabric, and wood pieces.

In this 10-lesson unit, students will collaborate to create large-scale habitat murals. They will draw and collage animals, add color to backgrounds, and include plants and other features to build a habitat.

In this 10-lesson unit, students will explore the concept of imaginary pets through drawing and clay sculpture.

In this 10-lesson unit, students will explore creating expressive face sculptures using everyday materials.