Second Grade

Grade two Art students continue exploring and increasing mastery of materials used last year while deepening their understanding of art concepts, including mood, symmetry and especially pattern.  2- and 3-dimensional work is included in the curriculum, which also integrates two second grade Social Studies units as a means of discovering the methods of expression in other cultures.

JB yarn weaving

watercolor and pen pumpkin patch painting

mixed media pattern painting

Grade two students will: 

• Use clay to create both sculptural and pottery pieces.
• Use line to depict direction and mood.
• Identify colors as warm or cool.
• Create pattern with line, color, shape and repetition.
• Become familiar with the over/under pattern.
• Study and incorporate the designs and methods of Native American and Mexican cultures.
• Create observational drawings by carefully looking at and noticing objects.
• View and discuss the work of artists and craftspeople whose products exemplify the themes and concepts being studied.