Get Started With 3-6 Art Curriculum
Giving children the language of art is the first and most important thing that should be taught. You can teach these basics in topics like drawing, painting, or crafting. If you’re excited to start teaching 3-6 Montessori art , this blog will help with ideas and some curriculum resources. First, let’s talk about the art lessons I recommend for your 3-6 Montessori classroom. In early childhood, children should start learning the basicis.
I have created areas of art study topics that I highly recommend for children. If you want to learn more, you can pick up this primer Montessori Art Guide – Early Childhood First Plane. So, if you are a Montessori guide or Montessori parent, this book is perfect.
Start With The Art Elements
The term “Elements of Art” is a simpler way to refer to “The Elements and Principles of Design.” I suggest starting with these fundamental concepts. Some of the elements are lines and shapes.
By teaching students these concepts, we enable them to discuss and showcase their artworks. By introducing them to art terms, which I like to call “artsy terms.” You can download these terms for free [here]. They are also detailed in my books, providing deeper explanations and how to teach your Montessori student directly.
Choose An Art Topic
Once you have a good understanding of art elements, it’s beneficial to focus on a specific art area. There is a wide range of topics and techniques you can explore. Here is an example:
In painting you can introduce a variety of techniques, and try out different mediums. This will help children learn more about painting.
Visual Arts & Maria Montessori
Preparing lessons for 3-6 Montessori art is important because it supports Dr. Maria Montessori’s pedagogical goals. Montessori education promotes self-directed independence. And with visual arts you can provide the autonomy to be creatively independent. By preparing a well-rounded art lessons, this will engage children, support creativity, and encourage self-direction art time.
Preparing The Environment For Art Work
Another aspect of creating proper art lessons is to prepare the art space for the creative process. A prepared environment, as goes without saying, allows children their independence. They can access to the right materials to work with. Have the right flexibility to think and invent creatively. Art teaching can also involve a well-staged art shelf for this purpose. Learn more about how I prepare art shelf , consider taking my proprietary training.
Montessori Art Curriculum Resources
Art Learning Blogs:
Over the last 20 years I have compiled numerous art lesson and blogs. These focus on teaching art to 3-6 Montessori children. Here is a list to kickstart your journey and inspire you with new ideas to teach. I recommend joining my art newsletter where I share the latest art lesson ideas. I give free training, and resources for professional development.
The resources are listed in the following order:
- Art Blogs
- Art Books
- Done-for-You Art Curriculum
- Art Video Training
- Professional Development
- Montessori Art Certification
- 6-12 Montessori Art Guide Book – Elementary Second Plane
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