Visual Metaphor

The 5th graders are reading the book WONDER, by R. J. Palacio right now. One of the sections had a great metaphor.   It describes how the main character's sister sees her family structure.  I created a quick sketch to illustrate what was in my mind when I read the selection, then I shared it with their Language Arts teachers. 

Marine Life Art

Chalk Pastels

 

Students have been working diligently to complete their Marine Life Art with Chalk Pastels.  My first semester students learned about Wyland, his artwork, and mission to inspire others to help care for the environment.  Students were allowed to choose their marine life subject matter and create a composition using chalk pastels.  Students were also allowed to choose between 9x12" or 12x18" paper for their project.