colored pencil, creativity, high school, Homeschool, Markers, middle school, multicultural, Printmaking, Symmetry, Uncategorized

Printmaking Mandalas

Mandala, Sanskrit for circle, is a design made up of geometric symbols and can be used for spiritual meditation and focusing oneโ€™s attention. Mandalas can be found in several religions, including Hinduism and Buddhism, and can be dated back to the first century BC. Due to its repetitive nature, mandalas make a great printmaking project… Continue reading Printmaking Mandalas

Elementary School, Symmetry, Uncategorized, Watercolor

Symmetrical Hearts

Around second grade, I begin to introduce symmetry to my students. I begin with bilateral symmetry (mirror symmetry that is right down the middle) and as they get older, add other aspects of the topic such as radial and asymmetry. I like to begin this project by first asking for examples of symmetry they see… Continue reading Symmetrical Hearts