Oak Grove Elementary QR Communication: Activities for November

Hello November! During this month we are going to integrate one of the principles of design in our art work: Symmetry. We are going to celebrate Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving by creating our own family totem poles. We are also going to work on more poster contests.

Lesson 1-3 / Dates

November 1 – November 22

Essential Question

What is the role of the Visual Arts in Ancient traditions?

V.A. Standards

Big Idea: The Arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events

VA.2.H.2.2- Identify objects from everyday life that have been designed and created using artistic skills.VA.3.H.2.2- Examine artworks and utilitarian objects, and describe their significance in the school and/or community.VA.4.H.2.2-Identify differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.VA.5.H.2.2-Describe the ways in which artworks and utilitarian objects impact everyday life.

Correlated L.A. Standards

LAFS.2.RL.1.3/2.5/3.7, LAFS.2.RI.1.1/1.2/2.5

LAFS.3.RL.1.1/1.3/3.7, LAFS.3.L.3.4.a&d

LAFS.4.RL.1.1/1.3/3.7, LAFS.4.L.3.5c

LAFS.5.RL.1.1/1.3/3.7 LAFS.5.L.3.4a&c

Vocabulary (Click on links for definitions)

Genre: n/a

Artistic Style: Decorative

Content/Meaning: Imaginary

Media/Technique: Drawing, Collage, Sculpture

Design Elements: Line, Shape, Color

Design Principles: Contrast, Symmetry