Art 3

Following the timeline of K¹² History, third grade Art lessons include an introduction to the art and architecture of the Renaissance throughout Europe, including Italy, Russia, and Northern Europe. Students also investigate artworks from Asia, Africa, and the Americas created during the same time period. Students will:

• Extend their knowledge of elements of art and principles of design, such as form, texture, and symmetry.
• Draw, paint, and sculpt a variety of works, including self-portraits, landscapes, and still life paintings.
• Create artworks inspired by works they learn about, using many materials and techniques; for example, after studying da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, students will use shading in their own drawings and make prints showing the features and symmetry of the Taj Mahal.

Standard Curriculum Items

• How Artists See Families by Colleen Carroll
• How Artists See Work by Colleen Carroll
• Art Print Kit, Grade 3

• Paintbrush, Tempera, Flat Bristle 1"
• Paintbrush, Tempera, Small #1
• Paintbrush, Tempera, Medium #4
• Paintbrush, Tempera, Large #8
• Modeling clay, assorted colors
• Tempera paint set

• Oil pastels (12 Colors or More)
• Crayons
• Tape
• Drawing paper

Total lessons: 72

Lesson time: 45 minutes

You might choose to split the lessons into smaller segments, for example, from 20 to 25 minutes. The K¹² online lesson tracking system allows you to pick up wherever you left off in any given lesson.