Butterflies to Spiders: Understanding Shapes

In this lesson, we will be introducing the concept of shapes to K-2 art students. Shapes are all around us and are the building blocks of all drawings. Understanding shapes is fundamental in art and lays the foundation for more complex drawings and designs.

Students will learn about basic shapes such as circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles. They will practice identifying these shapes in various objects and will begin to understand how different shapes can be combined to create more intricate designs. Through an uplifting guided art lesson, students will develop their visual and spatial skills while exploring the world of shapes.

Key Lesson Concepts:

  • Shapes are the basic building blocks of drawings.
  • Students will learn about circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.
  • Understanding shapes is essential for developing art and design skills.
  • Continued understanding and practice of watercolor techniques.
  • Reading of Psalms:148 to see God's delight in His creation and the creatures of the world praising Him.

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