This project is not quite finished and we will be hanging it the hallways next week, but here is what is completed thus far. This was a collaboration between 1st and 2nd grade. The 1st and 2nd graders studied ocean creatures and drew them with pencil and then sharpie on tracing paper. They were not allowed to trace the creatures because I wanted them to practice their drawing skills. They were given many pictures and books to use as visual references. I demonstrated how to sketch with light lines, draw details, and outline and color-in with sharpie. They then cut their creatures out. The background was made by painting with watercolor on tracing paper. Everything was glued together to create a triptych.
The students are also learning facts about the ocean as they complete this project through discussions and video clips.
The students are also learning facts about the ocean as they complete this project through discussions and video clips.