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Introduction
Intro
1:18
Getting Started With Sculpture in the Elementary Classroom
Finding Supplies
11:26
Working with Wire
Wire Basics for Elementary Students
8:45
Wire Portraits
10:00
Wire and Cardboard Mobiles
3:29
Working with Wood
Wood Basics for Elementary Students
3:38
Wooden Animals
10:51
Abstract Wood Relief
3:53
Working with Plaster
Plaster Basics for Elementary Students
2:39
Plaster Body Parts
4:52
Plaster Animal Masks
9:46
Working with Ceramics
Collaborative Clay Projects
7:07
Working with Mixed Media
Working with Shadow Boxes
5:13
Calder Creativity
10:31
Conclusion
Conclusion
0:19
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Exploring Sculpture With Elementary Students
4 PD Hours
1 Explore a variety of sculptural materials for elementary students, including wire, wood, and plaster.
2 Learn basic strategies for overcoming organization and storage challenges that come with working in 3-D.
3 Walk away with specific lesson ideas you can implement in your classroom right away.
Infusing sculpture projects into your curriculum is an exciting way to engage your students. However, it can come with challenges, especially at the elementary level. In this Learning Pack, discover how to overcome obstacles when implementing a successful sculpture program. Amanda will share how to find inexpensive materials, how to work with materials safely, and how to develop projects that are sure to delight your students.
Connected Professional Art Educator Competencies
STUDIO TECHNIQUES
Media
4.1 Utilizes and applies knowledge of various media effectively
4.2 Demonstrates willingness to expand content knowledge of media
4.3 Scaffolds instruction to provide a deeper understanding of art media
Techniques
4.4 Utilizes and applies knowledge of various techniques and processes
4.5 Demonstrates willingness to expand content knowledge of techniques and processes
4.6 Scaffolds instruction to provide a deeper understanding of art techniques and processes
Connected National Visual Arts Standards
Anchor Standard #1: Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.
Anchor Standard #2: Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.
Anchor Standard #3: Refine and complete artistic work.
Amanda O'Shaughnessy
Elementary Art Teacher and PRO Facilitator
Amanda O’Shaughnessy is an elementary art teacher in Overland Park, KS. She holds undergraduate degrees in Art and Art History and a Masters of Arts in Teaching. Amanda has teaching experience in a wide variety of settings ranging from teaching from a cart to developing curated art tours.
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Big Ideas for Elementary Sculptors
Family Donation Letter
Wire Basics for Elementary Students
Wood Basics for Elementary Students
Famous Sculptors for Elementary Art Students
Plaster Basics for Elementary Students
Books of Sculpture for the Elementary Classroom
Links
Insider Secrets for Successful Found-Object Sculptures
How to Use Wire with Any Age Level
How to Empower Kindergarteners with Creative Cardboard Art
3 PD Hours
21 Videos
8 Resources
