STEP 1 - Share the SquigglesDistribute the Squiggles: Hand out an Awesome Squiggles template to each student, making sure everyone has one.
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Step 2: Explore PerspectivesEncourage students to physically rotate their papers, experiencing the squiggles from multiple perspectives.
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Step 3: Choice of Art MediumWe encourage student voice and choice during this step. Using any materials available, learners should choose what art medium they would like to use. Watercolors? Yep! Crayons? You bet! Art apps on a mobile device? Sure!
And don't forget students can create with everyday items such as coffee, homemade finger paint, bubbles, homemade play dough, homemade window paint, and even vegetables. Whatever art medium they choose is great for #awesomesquiggles! |
Step 4 - Unleash Your Students' CreativityNow it is time to let the learner creativity to shine! Gather your materials of choice and create an original Awesome Squiggle masterpiece!
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Step 5 - Capture and Share the JourneyThe best part of Awesome Squiggles is the sharing of the student art. As students work on their squiggle art, snap pics of the process. This is a great way for students to reflect on their creative process. I
Teachers - you can also ask remote students to snap photos and upload their pics to your virtual classroom space. Sharing Awesome Squiggles in live calls is a great activity, as well! We'd love to see your creations, so feel free to use our hashtag #awesomesquiggles. |
Step 6 - Charting the Course to Share SuccessTeachers, here's your chance to create your own gallery of student work. It can be as easy as a bulletin board at the school or you can create something digital. Perhaps you'd like to create a digital space such as a Padlet or even a Buncee where student work can easily to shared with others.
LEVEL 1 Teachers Stop HereWe'd love to hear about your experiences with #awesomesquiggles. Feel free to tag us with your students' masterpieces and share your story.
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Step 7 - Find a Partner ClassroomIt’s now the perfect time to connect your students with peers for an enriching art-sharing experience.
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Step 8 - Connect and Share ArtIt's time to bring students together to showcase their artistic talents across classrooms.
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Step 9: Connect and Share ArtHurray! It's time for your live call! Students share their artwork. This is a good time to engage in great conversations about art. For some discussion starters, check out these 82 Questions to Ask About Art.
Teachers, this is a great time to take pictures and capture this collaboration opportunity for your students. |
Step 10: Wrap up with Gratitude
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