Art Dictionary

Objective: Students will create a classroom dictionary to better understand vocabulary and take ownership of their learning. 

Materials:   

  • Paper 
  • Writing utensil 
  • Book binding materials (ex: staples, binder rings, twine) 
  • Bulletin board 

Introduce: As you go through your lesson, point out vocabulary words related to artworks or art making. Compile these words and definitions in a book or on a bulletin board. Tip: have students come up with definitions so they better understand and remember! 

Ask:  

  •  What vocabulary words do we already know? 
  • What vocabulary words do we want to know? 

Activity:  

  1. Identify vocabulary words 
  2. Define vocabulary words 
  3. Have students add definitions to a sketchbook, class dictionary, or bulletin board 

National Standards:  

  • VA:Cn10.1.PKa Explore the world using descriptive and expressive words and art-making. 

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