Welcome to the frosty
wonderland of the Arctic with our exciting pre-kindergarten art lesson plan
idea, "Painted Polar Peek-a-Boo." This engaging activity is designed
to introduce young learners to the magic of painting while exploring the world
of polar bears in their snowy habitat. Through this lesson, artists will not
only enhance their fine motor skills but also develop an understanding of
colors and techniques, focusing on the use of white and black paint.
Objectives:
- Introduce preschoolers to basic painting techniques using white and
black paint.
- Foster creativity and imagination through the theme of polar bears
playing peek-a-boo in the snow.
- Develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Materials Needed:
- White and black washable tempera paint
- Large sheets of light blue construction art paper
- Paintbrushes (assorted sizes)
- Water cups and palettes for mixing
- Smocks or old shirts for each child
- Polar bear reference sheets
Lesson Plan Format:
- Begin by gathering the children in a circle and discussing the theme
of the day and demo: polar bears playing peek-a-boo in the snow. Show
pictures or illustrations to spark their curiosity and excitement.
- Talk about the colors associated with the Arctic environment.
Emphasize the use of white for snow and black for facial details. Ask
questions like, "What color is snow?" and "What features do
polar bears have?"
- Show the children how to hold a paintbrush and demonstrate basic
techniques, such as making strokes, dots, and swirls. Discuss the
importance of using a light touch when using white for snow and a careful
approach when adding black details.
- Allow the children to explore their creativity. Provide them with
large sheets of blue paper and a variety of paintbrushes. Encourage them
to paint a snowy background with polar bears playing peek-a-boo from
bottom of the page. Assist when needed but emphasize the freedom to
express themselves.
- Create a gallery / bulletin board of the completed artworks. If time
allows a good closure is to have each child share their creation with the
class, describing the elements they incorporated, such as snow, polar
bears, and facial details.
- Instruct the children to clean their brushes and hands using water
cups and provide a designated area for smocks. Stress the importance of
cleaning up after themselves. This spirals from week to week. Conclude the
lesson by discussing the experience. Ask questions like, "What was
your favorite part?" and "How did you use white and black paint
in your artwork?"
Other Ideas:
- To enhance the lesson, read a short story or show a video about
polar bears and their Arctic habitat. Collaborate with the classroom
teacher.
- Integrate math by counting polar bears or snowflakes in their
paintings.
- Incorporate movement by playing a polar bear-themed song during the
activity.
"Painted Polar Peek-a-Boo"
offers a delightful blend of creativity, imagination, and skill development.
Through this engaging lesson plan, pre-kindergarten children will not only
create beautiful artworks but also embark on an exciting journey into the icy
world of polar bears. We appreciate Cathy Hicks for sharing this lesson with
us.
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