Freebie: Movement in Landscapes: Van Gogh-Inspired Paintings with Literacy Connections (Early Childhood)
Looking for a great way to connect the concept of Movement with Painting? Love the work of Vincent Van Gogh? You're in the right place! This fun-packed Early Childhood Visual Art activity starts off with a turn-and-talk analysis of a Vincent Van Gogh painting, then transitions into a one-minute sketching session to encourage close looking, followed by highly engaging Literacy Connections (Main Idea and Details) based around the painting. Then, children have a chance to make their very own painting based on the ideas discussed in the lesson!
This can be completed as a 'one-off' lesson with very young children, or expanded into multiple class sessions if you are looking for a long-term project for Upper Elementary. Additional Literacy Connections are offered for teachers who wish to spend some more time on Main Idea and Details.
The lesson could be conducted online (synchronously or asynchronously), or in person. They were initially designed for in-person instruction, and were adapted to better suit online learning. My 1st and 2nd Graders especially love this project, and have been able to achieve such convincing depictions of movement and rhythm in their paintings!
This resource includes a Lesson Plan and a brief slideshow to keep you on track during your class session. Check out this resource to learn more.
Looking for a great way to connect the concept of Movement with Painting? Love the work of Vincent Van Gogh? You're in the right place! This fun-packed Early Childhood Visual Art activity starts off with a turn-and-talk analysis of a Vincent Van Gogh painting, then transitions into a one-minute sketching session to encourage close looking, followed by highly engaging Literacy Connections (Main Idea and Details) based around the painting. Then, children have a chance to make their very own painting based on the ideas discussed in the lesson!
This can be completed as a 'one-off' lesson with very young children, or expanded into multiple class sessions if you are looking for a long-term project for Upper Elementary. Additional Literacy Connections are offered for teachers who wish to spend some more time on Main Idea and Details.
The lesson could be conducted online (synchronously or asynchronously), or in person. They were initially designed for in-person instruction, and were adapted to better suit online learning. My 1st and 2nd Graders especially love this project, and have been able to achieve such convincing depictions of movement and rhythm in their paintings!
This resource includes a Lesson Plan and a brief slideshow to keep you on track during your class session. Check out this resource to learn more.
Looking for a great way to connect the concept of Movement with Painting? Love the work of Vincent Van Gogh? You're in the right place! This fun-packed Early Childhood Visual Art activity starts off with a turn-and-talk analysis of a Vincent Van Gogh painting, then transitions into a one-minute sketching session to encourage close looking, followed by highly engaging Literacy Connections (Main Idea and Details) based around the painting. Then, children have a chance to make their very own painting based on the ideas discussed in the lesson!
This can be completed as a 'one-off' lesson with very young children, or expanded into multiple class sessions if you are looking for a long-term project for Upper Elementary. Additional Literacy Connections are offered for teachers who wish to spend some more time on Main Idea and Details.
The lesson could be conducted online (synchronously or asynchronously), or in person. They were initially designed for in-person instruction, and were adapted to better suit online learning. My 1st and 2nd Graders especially love this project, and have been able to achieve such convincing depictions of movement and rhythm in their paintings!
This resource includes a Lesson Plan and a brief slideshow to keep you on track during your class session. Check out this resource to learn more.