Creative Minds

{Week 1: Art}

Activity: American Flag by Briana

Theme: Patriotic Days         Color: Blue

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Daily Opener:  

1.       Prayer {Say a prayer with your child}

2.      Calendar {Click on the link to learn how to use the calendar}.

3.          ABC / 123 Song {Sing the ABC’s with your child & sing numbers 1-10 with your child}. 

Description:  Your child will create an American flag by finger painting.

Materials:

·          White construction paper

·          Kid friendly paint {red and blue}

·          Paper plate {place red and blue paint on plate}

·          Pencil

Directions:

1.      Prep:  Draw a square on the left corner of the paper.  Write a few “B’s” to show where your child will create the blue stars.  Draw a few lines to represent the flag.  Write the word “RED” on the lines that you want your child to finger paint red. 

2.    Place the prepared white paper and paint on the table.

3.      Have your child count all of his/her fingers, to practice counting.

4.      Explain to your child that he/she will be using his/her thumb to create an American Flag today.

5.      Demonstrate how to finger paint, and have your child begin creating!

a.  Assist your child when needed, to help guide him/her through the activity. 

b.  Remember to use encouraging words as he/she completes the activity.

7.    When finished, display the American flag art on the wall to show the whole family!

8.   End today’s lesson by singing the song “You’re a Grand Old Flag” with your child.

Learning Opportunity: 

1.   Your child will practice following directions during the activity.

2.  Your child will practice counting during the activity.

3.   Your child will gain confidence while using his/her creativity to create the American flag.

Read Aloud:  

You’re a Grand Old Flag {By George M. Cohan}

From: http://www.scoutsongs.com

You're a grand old flag,
You're a high flying flag
And forever in peace may you wave.
You're the emblem of
The land I love.
The home of the free and the brave.

Ev'ry heart beats true
'neath the Red, White and Blue,
Where there's never a boast or brag.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
Keep your eye on the grand old flag.

You're a grand old flag,
You're a high flying flag
And forever in peace may you wave.
You're the emblem of
The land I love.
The home of the free and the brave.

Ev'ry heart beats true
'neath the Red, White and Blue,
Where there's never a boast or brag.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
Keep your eye on the grand old flag.

Daily Craft: Activity Jar {Click on the link to learn about using the activity jar}

*Stallone Tested and Approved:  Stallone loved finger painting today.  He had a great time making his American flag.  He loved saying the color “Blue” and watching his white paper turn into something beautiful.  It is such a joy watching Stallone gain confidence while using his creativity to complete art lessons.   Today’s lesson is perfect to get you and your child into the 4^th of July spirit!

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