Summer is Here!!!

Posted on January 18, 2012 by GlitterQueen

Graduations are happening, schools out, so let the summer fun begin.  I’m really looking forward to the activities of summer, but I’m also looking forward to having more time to try some new projects for the coming school year.  I’ll post them as new ones come to fruition.

Here’s wishing you a happy and safe summer, with lots of family time and fun.

I’ve spent lots of time searching on Google to find crafts, that include directions for making the crafts.  If you don’t have time to do the searching, check out the different crafts that I’ve found.  You’ll find a list of these great crafts on  lbrummer on Squidoo.  I think you’ll find this to be a very useful resource.

 

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SUNSHINE OR NOT

Posted on May 12, 2012 by GlitterQueen

The expression on your face lets the world know what kind of mood you’re in.  We call this project “Moods.”  It just fascinates me to see how enthused the kids are with this art venture.  They are so expressive and so willing to show it.  The supply list and directions for this project in under 2nd Grade in the sidebar.

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CALENDAR INSPIRED BIRDS

Posted on May 3, 2012 by GlitterQueen

We used calendar pictures of birds for inspiration in this project.  Before we started drawing we discussed proportion and placement.  Each student was given a bird picture to reference while we discussed the shape of the bird body (like a raindrop); the head size in comparison to the body size (can be different on different species); the angle and size of the beak; the length of the tail; and the angle of the legs.  The students then pencil drew the bird and comparable surroundings as the calendar picture.  They colored the birds with oil pastels and finished with a colored chalk background.  For further information on this project see “Drawing Birds” under the 6th Grade tab in the sidebar.

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ANIMAL MASKS

Posted on April 27, 2012 by GlitterQueen

Last year the first grade students and I had the best time doing this project.  We asked their teacher to leave the room while we made animal masks and practiced a song to sing (or recite) to her.  The kids got so excited about doing something to surprise their teacher.  We had a total of six different animals, so more than one student made the same animal.  While I was searching for other possible animals to draw for the project I ran across the site, “Masketeers,” that features masks.  With the download you get both a colored version of the animal and a black and white version. There are a total of 50 different animals.   You can even check on the size and looks of the masks by downloading three free masks.  I think the animals (you can resize them to fit your needs) would even make an interesting bulletin board.  For directions for this project, “Meet the Animals,” go to the 1st Grade tab in the sidebar.

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BE BOLD WITH BRITTA

Posted on April 12, 2012 by GlitterQueen

One of the interesting things I learned about Romero Britta, when I looked up his biography, is the fact that when he started painting he painted on scraps of cardboard and newspaper.  Britta’s optimistic, fun-loving approach to life is reflected in his selection of art subjects and his use of vibrant colors.   I find his use of lines, circles and patterns a compelling reason to imitate his art.  A PowerPoint featuring Britta’s art is included.  In this project we will be using a compass for the circles or part circles and a ruler for straight lines. For a list of supplies and directions go to, “Bright and Beautiful Britta,” under the 6th Grade tab in the sidebar.  Click on the image for a better view.

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“LOVE YOU TO PIECES” FRAME

Posted on April 9, 2012 by GlitterQueen

Now is the time to start thinking about a gift for  Mother’s Day.  Just about everyone has picture puzzles with missing pieces.  Here is a cute project that uses up some of the remaining pieces.  Cut a hole in the center of a paper plate for a snapshot, leave some space around the picture for writing, “Love you to Pieces,” and glue lots of puzzle pieces around the edge. The directions for this project are under the Miscellaneous tab in the sidebar.

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Canned Jelly Beans

Posted on April 1, 2012 by GlitterQueen

Have you wanted to give a unique gift but just couldn’t think of anything?  How about giving canned jelly beans?  If you are interested in finding out how to make this innovative gift, you can find the instructions at A Unique Easter Gift:  Canned Jelly Beans.

“Life is like jelly beans, and sometimes you get your favorite color.”    (author unknown)

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Hanging Paint Stick Bunny

Posted on March 31, 2012 by GlitterQueen

Do you need an easy but fun idea for an Easter craft that you can make yourself or have the kids help with?

This cute little hanging bunny is made with a paint stick as the base and then cotton balls a couple of pom-poms and google eyes. 

For the complete list of supplies and the directions, go to “An Easter Craft for Kids.”

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CARS

Posted on March 17, 2012 by GlitterQueen

The poem, “ Children Learn What They Live,” by Dorothy Law Nolte is such a powerful lesson for anyone who touches the lives of children.   We used words in the poem for towns on our map.  This project, which uses old road maps for the background, stresses the importance of how everything we do points us in the direction of our ultimate destination, heaven.  The supply list, directions and pattern for, “Life Is A Journey,” is under the 4th Grade tab in the sidebar.

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