4th grade Totem Pole Collages

Students learned about the significance of totem poles and that they were and still are made by native tribes who lived in the Pacific Northwest region of North America. 

The big word for this project was stylize. We learned that some artists stylize their work by changing shapes, colors, etc. in order to give their work their own personal touch. Each student created one stylized animal in the style of a real totem pole. 

Kindergarten Ground Hogs see their shadow!

We read some books about Ground Hogs day and learned how the holiday originated.  Students learned about shadows and how they are formed by the sun.  This is a very advanced concept for kindergarten students but I am pleasantly surprised by the outcomes.