Bento Boxes

Enchilada robots anyone? I was so impressed with the creative ideas the 3rd graders had during this project. We looked at examples of Bento Boxes and talked about why people would spend so much time preparing lunch and the importance of art in all cultures. We used scrap paper and other materials I found in the art supply closet. Love, love how these turned out!

Original lesson plan found at:
http://www.dentonisd.org/51235103105048/lib/51235103105048/Bento_boxesPDF.pdf

4th Grade Culture

4th Grade Culture at Stratmoor Hills Standards: 1.3.b Explore and discuss culturally sensitive themes 2.1. b Participate in critiques which analyze the elements of art 3.1.d Create a work of art based on specific themes of personal interest Students viewed and discussed street art and how it relates to culture. Then, as a class, we brainstormed words that describe the culture here at Stratmoor Hills Elementary. Students then painted a textured background and placed a skyline over the top. The final step was to write the words to describe our marvelous school over the top of the buildings. The final product gives a simple and accurate description of our school culture at Stratmoor Hills Elementary!