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Looking Back

Reviewing Our Art Journey

Day 171of 180
Week 35of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Recognize personal artistic growth throughout the year

2

Discuss favorite art pieces and techniques learned

3

Practice positive self-reflection

📖 Scripture Connection

Philippians 3:13-14

“Brothers, I don't count myself to have taken hold of it, but one thing I do: forgetting the things which are behind, and stretching forward to the things which are ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”

— Philippians 3:13-14 (WEB)

Just as we learn and grow in art, we also grow spiritually by looking forward and continuing to improve

📦 Materials Needed

  • Student's art portfolio from entire year
  • Drawing paper
  • Colored pencils or markers
  • Glue stick
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide: Grade K Art
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Gather all artwork created this year. Spread pieces on a large table or floor.

💭 Review Question: What was your most fun art project this year?
2Teaching (10 min)

Guide child through art portfolio review

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Look how much you've learned since the first day of art class!
  • Notice how your drawing skills have improved
  • Celebrate each unique piece of art
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Which artwork makes you most proud?
  • What new skills did you learn this year?
3Activity: Art Journey Scrapbook Page (12 min)
reflection and discussion

Create a special page highlighting favorite artwork and growth

📝 Instructions:
  1. Select 2-3 favorite art pieces from the year
  2. Glue selected pieces onto a fresh sheet of paper
  3. Draw a small picture showing what you learned
  4. Optional: Write or have parent write a note about your favorite part
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Just glue favorite artwork, no additional drawing

Challenge: Create a timeline showing art progression

4Closing (3 min)

Review art journey and celebrate learning

📝 Review Questions:
  • What was your favorite thing about art this year?
  • What would you like to learn next year?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll revisit our most favorite art lesson!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Kindergarten art is about exploration, not perfection

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be enthusiastic and affirming
  • Focus on effort and joy, not technical skill
  • Let child lead the discussion about their artwork
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children might feel shy about sharing artwork or comparing pieces

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Excitement about learning, willingness to discuss art

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Take photos of artwork for digital portfolio
  • Create a special art display at home
  • Share artwork with family members

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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