I love the whole idea of project-based learning! The idea of addressing all subject areas in the context of one project makes so much sense, and allows for better real-life application. I had dabbled in PBL a little bit, but never to the extent of this project, in which I asked students to design a zoo. This was the perfect project for the end of our strange traditional-turned-virtual school year, and the kids really took it and ran with it! They were able to complete it at their own pace, collaborating with their families, and it went so well that I'm already planning to use it again next year when we're (hopefully) back in the traditional classroom. While the task of designing a zoo sounds monumental, I broke it down into individual tasks for my students. Differentiation was easy as I gave families the freedom of doing more or less than suggested for each task, depending on the needs of their child and family. (Let's face it, crisis schooling is not the same as homeschooling; I know some families just didn't have time to go all-out on a project, and that's okay!) Using this in the traditional classroom will make for easy differentiation, too, and I've included teacher tips for both higher and lower lever learners for each task in the download which is available here in my store! This project includes all of the subjects and many first grade standards. First, students select animals to include in their zoo and conduct research on them, making notes about what they eat, what kind of climate they need, and more. Next, they design the habitats based on their research, and create a plaque for each animal exhibit. They work on mapping skills as they create a map of their zoo, and coding as they then use their map to give directions to popular destinations. Math is integrated as they come up with prices for tickets and extra amenities they included in their zoo, and also as they set a feeding schedule for their animals. After all of that work is done, they get to add in art and technology as they design advertisements and create a commercial. Some of my kids even decided to design t-shirts! It was so satisfying as a teacher to see all of the ways my students completed this project. After completing all of the tasks and research, most of them actually set up a physical zoo in their house, and they were incredibly creative! Some of them made animals out of clay, others used stuffed animals--one even used her sister wearing an animal hat! They all truly made it their own, while learning and applying skills along the way. I hope your class has as much fun with this as mine did! You can find it here in my shop or here in my TPT store. Keep teaching with heart and passion!
A blog about how a failed painting made me rethink the theories of composition in my painting of Donegal, Ireland.
Here`s my first portfolio book from my selected work as a graphic design student. I made this portfolio to complete the internship program needs. This book contains three parts of the project, first is college work, client work, and personal or initiative project. Thank you and enjoy the gaze!
A bold and holistic vision for Afghanistan’s urban future, grounded in a strategic and implementable framework of catalytic projects and policies
A wonderful quick and easy Eevee crochet pattern, perfect for beginners! Find amigurumi patterns for all of the Eeveelutions here.
A printable eyeglasses template can significantly simplify your DIY projects or educational activities. Whether youre planning a creative craft session, designing costumes, or teaching children about vision and accessories, having a template allows for easy customization and saves time..
With this free furniture ecommerce website template, your furniture products will always look exquisite. The modern look and feel of Furni..
Learn how to sew a zipper with these 6 helpful tips. Sewing in a zipper will be easy on your next sewing project.
Beautiful ways to decorate those little corners around our homes.
A round up of over 15 great STEAM projects – where math concepts are used to make pieces of art!
Free printable alphabet coloring pages (letters and numbers) with patterns for preschool, kids, and adults to colour! Use these A-Z
While some people grow determinate tomatoes so that they don’t have to worry about a trellis, anyone who wants to grow an indeterminate variety is going
Cutting practice and scissor skills just got a whole lot more fun with our haircut worksheet pack! Each of the 40 haircut pages give students different line styles to cut with increasing complexity. When students have finished the cutting activity they can also color, cut and glue the page into a bright backing paper for a fun classroom display of haircuts! Perfect for: kindergarten and preschool learners remediation with students who are challenged by cutting fine motor development printing on paper or thin card (card will offer additional support) This packet includes 40 exercise pages and each has a different line design. Students will: cut from the top edge down to the circle use the solid thick line for visual support move from standard, evenly spaced straight lines through wavy lines, zig zag lines to wavy lines of varying length We are certain that these pages will motivate and engage your little learners! Bonus Extra A bonus nine slide digital activity has been included for use with Easel by TpT. Students will trace the hair lines on 18 kids for practice using the pen tool! You might also like to check out my resources for tracing and prewriting HERE Find our 2D shapes pack for cutting practice and scissor skills Click here to return to my store home page
These are 10 pallet projects that sell! Looking to make some extra cash on the side? Try a few of these ideas to sell at craft fairs and more!
These wide leg jeans feature a classic five-pocket style and comfortable fit around the hips. Crafted with a front fly for easy dressing, these timeless jeans can be tailored to fit perfectly with …
Create a stunning formal gown with The London Gown Free Sewing Pattern!
Gallery walls are our favourite type wall art display! They inject style and personality into the room. A gallery wall is a selection of prints, sometimes in different sizes, displayed together to create an ‘art gallery’ effect. It can be a selection of prints (artworks, photos, posters, family photos, you name it!) displayed in a cluster, like below examples:We believe everyone deserves gorgeous art at an affordable price. The great thing about art prints is that they can be changed with the seasons or fashions easily. They provide an accessible way to update your décor and can change the whole look of your space quickly & easily.Creating the perfect layout and combination for a gallery wall can feel like a daunting task. You might have countless ideas and elements to consider incorporating into the design. If you are renting, let us introduce you to your new best friend - 3M wall strips! They won't damage the wall and you can hang your wall art or decor with no fuss 😉 Follow these 8 easy-peasy steps below, to create and hang your own gallery wall in your home without the stress ❤️ Step 1 Let's begin with the wall you have in mind. Doesn't matter if it has artwork on it already. Attach an A4 (or Letter size in the USA) paper to the wall with removable tape. This paper will come in very handy for artwork scale purposes later, trust us 😉 Take a photo of the room, front on, in good lighting. Here is a photo of our wall we will use as the example: Step 2 Now the fun part! Think about the photos or wall art you would like to display on your gallery wall. These could include digital photos of family or friends you already have, some new wall art or posters found by browsing your favourite stores online, or checking out shopping centres or even thrift stores for more unique pieces. Feel free to check out our website here to get some inspiration! Collect all your ideas and pictures, we will come back to them later. Step 3 Once you have your ideas, it's time to think about the size and layout. If you have existing wall art or family photos, now is the time to measure them all and write it all down on a piece of paper. Think about the layout you would like. Pro Tip - Create focus with a large main piece, and maintain balance around it with smaller pieces, to give your gallery wall the WOW factor! Don't be scared to mix up frame colours too. Black, oak or white mixed together looks just fabulous 🙌 We have created a free gallery wall layout templates guide. Click on the picture below to download the free PDF template of popular gallery wall art layouts. Keep this file handy for the next step. Step 4 Hop onto the canva website and create a free account. This is best done from a computer, and the below instructions might be different if using a phone or tablet. * From the main area, Click on
Middle School Students enjoy doing creative interpretations of their name, and exploring the art of graffiti lettering is always a hit. When I saw a lesson in one of my art teacher Facebook groups …
"Great art is the outward expression of an inner life of the artist, and this inner life will result in his personal vision of the world.” - Edward Hopper
How to crochet a tunisian stitch. Tunisian crocheting tutorial.
I tried out ChatGPT, and I’m sharing my thoughts on how it can help interior designers and architects with marketing and copywriting for design business. Check it out!
Amigurumi Armadillo Crochet Patterns
Awesome illustration of the PARA organizing method I teach from @Silly_Strokes, who is part of cohort 14
Origami; 45 makkelijke voorbeelden vouwen met papier vouwblaadjes. Inclusief stappenplannen.
This post is part of a paid collaboration with Lowe’s Home Improvement. All opinions are my own. When was the last time you thought about updating your doors, door/trim color and hardware? With so much of our focus on décor, doors tend to be an often overlooked part of the renovation process. They may not […]
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Creating a hidden door can add a touch of intrigue and mystique to any room in your home, while also keeping the room's aesthetic clean and consistent. By constructing a door that blends in with the surrounding wall, you can create a secret storage area, a hidden room, or simply a unique design element. How Do You Create a Hidden Interior Door? The hidden door look is achieved by cladding both an interior door, as well as a section of the wall around it, in one consistent material. By making the door and the wall the same material (that is ideally nearly seamless) the door becomes nearly invisible when it's closed. Of course, this is impossible to do with just plain ol' drywall. To achieve a true hidden door, you'll need a wall material with its own texture that will appear uniform when the door isn't in use (i.e. when it's closed). There are all kinds of decorative wall panelling that can be used for a project like this, and one creative, modern option is using pre-made wood slat acoustic panels. Today, we'll look at not only some beautiful hidden door inspiration photos, but also give you some 9 clear steps on how to create a wood slat hidden door in your own space. Materials Needed: Wood slat panels Pre-Hung Flush Door Black drywall screws Drywall anchors Circular saw Jigsaw (optional) Drill Drill bits Measuring tape Level Step 1: Measure your Space The first step in creating your hidden door is to measure the opening where you want the door to be located. Measure the height and width of the opening to figure out what size of pre-hung door you'll need. Next, measure the space around the opening and decide how far you want the wood slat feature wall to extend beyond the doorway. This will help you in calculating how many panels you'll need. Because you'll be covering the door in panelling as well, you'll want to calculate the total square footage of the space, including the doorway. Once you have that, you can use our handy Box Calculator on the product page to calculate how many panels you'll need for your project. 9️⃣ Have 9' ceilings? Use the box calculator for our 9' Wood Slat Wall Panels instead. Step 2: Install the Pre-Hung Flush Door in the Doorway For most DIYers, a pre-hung flush door is the best choice for a project like this. A door can be custom-built from MDF or wood, but that's a whole other project in of itself. For today, we're going to assume you're using a pre-hung door, or have already had a flush door built-in. Install your pre-hung flush door in the doorway, ensuring it is square and swinging freely. Don't install the handle just yet! If your builder or installer is building the door from scratch, they're probably trying to figure out what hinges to use for a wood slat hidden door. The answer can vary depending on the space, but in general you'll want to use recessed or hidden hinges to avoid any interference with the wood panelling and keep the hardware
We wanted an IKEA wardrobe as a coat rack at our entryway. Our DIY rattan doors made it look more like a cabinet than a wardrobe.
How to turn any photo into a cut file within Cricut Design Space.
Stunning small bathroom decor ideas offering you inspiration and design tricks for your small bathroom space. We've found some really gorgeous bathrooms!
This is the Best 1/2 Yard Tote Bag EVER sewing pattern. The designer, Gingercake, has made a fabulous pattern and given it to us all for free.
Hey there, fellow craft enthusiasts! Today, I’ve got something super adorable and sunny to share with you – a crochet sunflower keychain. Trust me, it’s the perfect little project to add a pop of colo
This week we’ll assemble the blocks into a quilt top. Follow the instructions on page 23 of Turnabout Patchwork. Simple quilts with a twist to assemble the quilt top. Assembling the quilt top…
Symbolic Self Portrait Handout and Rubric
Learn how to finish a seam and when to use it with one of these 9 seam finishes. There are different seam finishes for knit and woven fabric.
Free large hexagon quilt pattern & template. Make a simple hexagon quilt with no Y seams with our tutorial. Uses half hexagon quilt pieces.
Welcome! This blog post explores a project that depicts one cohesive image divided into 7 sections which illustrate the 7 elements of art: line, shape, color, form, value, texture, and space. The elements of art the artists toolbox they can use in an endless amount of ways to create infinite art solutions. This is a
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When it comes to a seam that conceals all raw edges, French seam and Hong Kong seam finish seem to be first that come to people’s mind. But I think the flat felled seam deserves equal accolade. Flat felled seam is, well, flat. Unlike French seam and Hong Kong seam, there is nothing that sticks […]
