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Thank You Art

Art from Our Heart

Day 98of 180
Week 20of 36
20Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Understand that art can be a way to show appreciation

2

Create a simple thank you artwork for someone special

3

Practice expressing gratitude through creativity

📖 Scripture Connection

1 Thessalonians 5:18

“Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”

— 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (WEB)

Teaches children that being thankful is important and can be expressed in many ways

📦 Materials Needed

  • Construction paper
  • Crayons or markers
  • Stickers (optional)
  • Glue stick
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's lesson about things we love, then introduce today's special art project

💭 Review Question: Who is someone special you want to say 'thank you' to today?
2Teaching (7 min)

Explain how art can be a special way to show someone we appreciate them

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Art can be a gift that makes people smile
  • We can draw pictures of things that make us happy
  • Saying 'thank you' is a way to show love
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Who would you like to make a thank you picture for?
  • What makes you feel thankful?
3Activity: Thank You Art Creation (8 min)
hands-on

Create a special thank you artwork for someone

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose a piece of construction paper
  2. Draw or color a picture that shows what you're thankful for
  3. Add stickers or special decorations
  4. Write 'Thank You' with parent's help (or have parent write it)
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use pre-drawn templates or stickers to create artwork

Challenge: Add a short sentence about why they're thankful

4Closing (3 min)

Share artwork and talk about who they want to give it to

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did you draw in your thank you art?
  • Who will you give your picture to?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore our favorite colors in art!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

At this age, children are learning to express gratitude and emotions through art

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Help child focus on positive feelings
  • Encourage creativity without criticism
  • Let child lead the creative process
🤔 Common Struggles:

May need help staying focused or understanding the concept of 'thank you'

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Excitement about creating, attempt to communicate through art

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Take a photo of the artwork to share with the recipient
  • Read a BibleMouse storybook about gratitude
  • Practice saying 'thank you' together

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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