Art
Grade 3 art exploring symmetry, proportion, Impressionism, and printmaking techniques
Design Principles
Symmetry and Asymmetry
Understanding bilateral and radial symmetry in nature and art. Creating symmetrical designs using folding, mirroring, and rotational techniques and contrasting them with asymmetrical compositions.
Proportion and Scale
Exploring how proportion affects the appearance of figures and objects in artwork. Drawing the human figure using basic proportional guidelines and experimenting with scale to create visual emphasis.
Unity, Variety, and Emphasis
Understanding how artists use unity and variety to create visually interesting compositions with a clear focal point. Analyzing artworks to identify how emphasis is achieved through color, size, or contrast.
Techniques and Art History
Impressionism and Art Movements
Learning about the Impressionist movement and key artists such as Monet, Renoir, and Degas. Creating paintings inspired by Impressionist techniques including visible brushstrokes and capturing light.
Printmaking
Exploring the basics of relief printmaking by carving or pressing designs into soft materials and transferring ink to paper. Creating repeated patterns and multi-color prints using simple techniques.
Sculpture and Three-Dimensional Art
Building 3D forms using clay, paper, or recycled materials, understanding concepts of form, space, and structure. Comparing sculpture from different cultures and discussing how materials influence form.
Art Critique and Context
Describing, Analyzing, and Interpreting Art
Applying a four-step art critique process: describe what you see, analyze how elements are used, interpret the meaning or mood, and evaluate the effectiveness of the work.
Art in Cultural Context
Investigating how art reflects the values, beliefs, and stories of a particular culture or time period. Comparing artworks from different world cultures and discussing their purposes.