2nd and 3rd Grade Assignment #22

Clay Sarcophagu

Objective: Students will sculpt a model sarcophagus using clay.

Materials: clay, paper, tools to stamp patterned  impressions in the clay.

Procedure: First, we will examine the artworks and cultures of Ancient Egypt. After looking at examples of the burial tombs and the sarcophagi of the pharaohs, the students will sculpt a sarcophagus from clay. They will adorn the sarcophagus with different designs and patterns. The following class period, they will design a backdrop for their clay sarcophagus and draw it with pencils. On the third day of this assignment, the class will paint their individual sarcophagi. On the last day of this project, the students with finish their tomb displays by tracing their tomb backdrop with markers and coloring it with watercolors/crayons, colored pencils. 

Assessment: A=follows ALL instructions (or does more) with great craftsmanship B=follows MOST instructions with good craftsmanship C=follows SOME instructions with good craftsmanship D=does little work/ poor effort F=does NO work

Standards: VA.2.C.2.1Use appropriate decision-making skills to meet intended artistic objectives.

VA.2.C.2.2Identify skillful techniques used in works by peers and others.

VA.2.C.3.1Use accurate art vocabulary to identify connections among visual art and other contexts.

VA.2.C.3.2Compare artworks with utilitarian objects and use accurate art vocabulary to describe how they are the same and how they are different.

VA.2.F.2.1Identify work created by artists and designers.

VA.2.F.3.3Use time effectively while focused on art production to show early development of 21st-century skills.

VA.2.H.1.1Identify examples in which artists have created works based on cultural and life experiences.

VA.2.H.2.1Identify differences or similarities in artworks across time and culture.

VA.2.O.1.1Employ structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal work to develop awareness of the creative process.

VA.2.S.1.1Experiment with tools and techniques as part of art-making processes.

VA.2.S.1.3Explore art from different time periods and cultures as sources for inspiration.

VA.2.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss art.

VA.2.S.2.1Develop artistic skills through repeated experiences with art media, techniques, processes, and tools.

VA.2.S.2.2Follow sequential procedures focused on art production.

VA.2.S.3.1Manipulate art materials and refine techniques to create two- and/or three-dimensional personal works.

VA.2.S.3.2Demonstrate growth in craftsmanship through purposeful practice.

VA.2.S.3.3Follow directions for safety procedures and explain their importance in the art room.

VA.3.C.3.3Explain the similarities and differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.

VA.3.F.2.1Identify places where artists or designers have made an impact on the community.

VA.3.F.3.3Demonstrate the skills needed to complete artwork in a timely manner, demonstrating perseverance and development of 21st-century skills.

VA.3.H.1.1Describe cultural similarities and differences in works of art.

VA.3.H.1.3Identify and be respectful of ideas important to individuals, groups, or cultures that are reflected in their artworks.

VA.3.H.2.1Compare differences or similarities in artworks across time and culture.

VA.3.H.3.1Discuss how knowledge gained in the visual art classroom can serve as prior knowledge in other classrooms.

VA.3.O.3.1Use symbols, visual language, and/or written language to document self or others.

VA.3.S.1.1Manipulate tools and media to enhance communication in personal artworks.

VA.3.S.1.3Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.

VA.3.S.1.4Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.

VA.3.S.2.1Integrate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design with sequential procedures and techniques to achieve and artistic goal.

VA.3.S.2.2Follow procedures, focusing on the art-making process.

VA.3.S.3.1Use materials, tools, and processes to achieve an intended result in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.3.S.3.2Develop craftsmanship skills through repeated practice.

VA.3.S.3.3Work within safety guidelines while using tools, media, techniques, and processes.