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Free Choice Art

Celebrating Creativity

Day 178of 180
Week 36of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Explore personal creativity through art-making

2

Practice using multiple art materials independently

3

Celebrate God's gift of individual expression

📖 Scripture Connection

Genesis 1:27

“God created man in his own image. In God's image he created him; male and female he created them.”

— Genesis 1:27 (WEB)

Just as God is creative, children are creative because they are made in His image

📦 Materials Needed

  • Drawing paper
  • Colored pencils
  • Crayons
  • Markers
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Stickers (optional)
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Today is a special BibleMouse art day where you get to choose ANY art you want to make!

💭 Review Question: What special art did you make yesterday to thank God?
2Teaching (10 min)

In our BibleMouse lesson today, we'll celebrate how God made us creative just like Him!

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • God loves when we use our creativity
  • There's no 'wrong' way to make art
  • Every artwork is special
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What do you want to create today?
  • What colors make you happy?
3Activity: Free Choice Art Time (12 min)
hands-on

Create whatever artwork your heart desires!

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose your art materials
  2. Think about what you want to create
  3. Make your special artwork
  4. Share your creation with a grown-up
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use only 2-3 art materials

Challenge: Create a multi-step artwork with different techniques

4Closing (3 min)

Let's talk about the amazing art you made today!

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did you create?
  • Why did you choose those materials?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll have an Art Gallery Walk and see everyone's wonderful creations!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Free choice art helps children develop confidence and self-expression

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Praise effort over perfection
  • Ask open-ended questions about their artwork
  • Display their artwork proudly
🤔 Common Struggles:

Some children might feel uncertain without specific instructions

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Enjoyment, creativity, and willingness to experiment

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Take photos of artwork for BibleMouse portfolio
  • Create a special art display area at home

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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