curriculum-and-assessment-6th-art

Fall Semester

Topics:

• The seven elements of Art
• United in differences: three elements combined
• Group project: Leaves and trees

Spring Semester

Topics:

• Smell the flowers! - Construction Paper Crafts
• Modeling clay: African Masks
• Yarn Art: Journey on a magical carpet

Fall Semester

Assessments:

• Teacher Observation: Noting how students handle materials, follow directions, or apply techniques during class.
• Quick Concept Checks: Mini-quizzes or Kahoots on art elements (line, color, shape) or artist styles.
• Progress Checks in Projects: Reviewing a student’s partially finished drawing or project mid-way through the unit.
• Peer Critiques: Students give each other feedback using structured prompts like “I notice...” and “I wonder...”

• Final Artwork Submission: Completed project graded on a rubric (e.g., creativity, technique, following the theme).
• Portfolio Review: Students submit a selection of their best work with artist statements or reflection.

Spring Semester

Assessments:

• Teacher Observation: Noting how students handle materials, follow directions, or apply techniques during class.
• Think-Pair-Share: Students discuss questions like “What technique did you use?” or “Why did you choose these colors?” with a partner.
• Peer Critiques: Students give each other feedback using structured prompts like “I notice...” and “I wonder...”
• Progress Checks in Projects: Reviewing a student’s partially finished drawing or project mid-way through the unit.