EXPRESSIVE PLAY
FOR CHILDREN AGED: 3 - 5 YEARS OLD
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Introduction to Art for Kids course is designed for children aged 3-5 to develop their creativity and fine motor skills through various art activities. Over the course of one year, students will be introduced to various mediums and techniques, allowing them to explore their own creativity in a fun and supportive environment
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Develop fine motor skills
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Introduce various art mediums
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Encourage creativity and imagination
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Promote self-expression
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Encourage collaboration and socialization
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Foster a love for art
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Course Outline
JAN - APR
2024
TERM 1
Introduction to the Course and Art
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Course Introduction and expectations
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Discussion of different types of art
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Basic colour theory
Drawing
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Introduction to different drawing materials (crayons, coloured pencils, markers)
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Introduction to basic shapes (circle, square, triangle)
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Drawing basic shapes and objects
Painting
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Introduction to paint and different types of brushes
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Exploration of colour mixing
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Painting simple objects and shapes
Collage
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Introduction to collage materials (paper, glue, scissors)
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Creating simple collages using various shapes and colours
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Introduction to texture
Sculpture
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Introduction to different sculpture materials (play-dough, clay, paper Mache)
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Introduction to basic shapes and how to manipulate them
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Creating simple sculptures
MAY -AUG
2024
TERM 2
Textile Art
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Introduction to different types of fabrics
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Exploration of different techniques (weaving, sewing, embroidery)
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Creating simple textile art pieces
Printmaking
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Introduction to different printmaking techniques (stamping, block printing, mono-printing)
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Exploration of colour and pattern
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Creating simple prints
Mixed Media
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Introduction to various mixed media techniques (painting, drawing, collage)
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Exploration of texture and layering
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Creating mixed media pieces
Photography
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Introduction to basic photography concepts (framing, composition, lighting)
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Exploration of different types of cameras
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Creating simple photographs
Performance Art
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Introduction to basic performance art concepts (movement, expression, storytelling)
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Exploration of different types of performance art
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Creating simple performances
SEP - DEC
2024
TERM 3
Environmental Art
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Introduction to environmental art concepts
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Exploration of natural materials (leaves, flowers, rocks)
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Creating simple environmental art pieces
Installation Art
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Introduction to installation art concepts
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Exploration of different installation art techniques
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Creating simple installation art pieces
Public Art
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Introduction to public art concepts
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Exploration of different public art techniques
Creating simple public art pieces
Digital Art
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Introduction to basic digital art concepts (using a tablet, digital painting, editing)
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Exploration of different types of digital art
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Creating simple digital art pieces
Culmination of Course
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Review of the different art forms and techniques covered throughout the year
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Creating a final art piece showcasing what the students have learned and their own creativity