aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Art
What age group	Year or Grade 2
What topic	30 min art lessons
Quantity	1
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Lesson Introduction: Exploring Colors with Music

Objective:

To engage Grade 2 students in an art lesson that combines music and color exploration, allowing them to express their creativity while developing an understanding of colors and emotions.

Materials Needed:

• Various colored construction paper
• Tempera paint (red, blue, yellow, green)
• Paintbrushes
• Music player with a selection of upbeat and calm songs
• White drawing paper
• Crayons or colored pencils

Lesson Duration:

30 minutes

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Lesson Introduction (5 minutes)

Step 1: Setting the Mood with Music

Begin the lesson by inviting the students to sit in a circle on the floor. Explain to them that today, they will be creating art that expresses feelings, just like music does.

Play a short upbeat song, like “Happy” by Pharrell Williams. Encourage the students to move their bodies and feel the music. As the song plays, ask them questions such as:

• "How does this music make you feel? Happy? Energetic?"
• "What colors do you think of when you hear this song?"

After a minute or two, pause the music and transition to a calm song, such as “Clair de Lune” by Debussy.

Ask the students:

• "How does this music make you feel? Calm? Dreamy?"
• "What colors come to your mind with this music?"

Step 2: Share Responses

After each song, encourage the students to share their thoughts on the colors and feelings they associate with the music. Write a few of their responses on the board. This helps them connect music to emotions and colors, setting the tone for the upcoming art activity.

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Transition to Art Creation (5 minutes)

Now that the students have connected music to colors, explain that they will be creating their own artwork inspired by the feelings and colors they just discussed.

Instructions:

1. Hand out the white drawing paper and ask the students to choose one color of construction paper for the background.
2. Explain that they will paint and draw colors that represent their feelings inspired by the music.
3. Encourage them to paint freely, using the tempera paint and brushes. Remind them that there are no right or wrong answers in art!

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Art Making (15 minutes)

Begin the art-making process! As the students paint and draw, play a mix of upbeat and calm music to inspire their creativity. Walk around the classroom to provide guidance and encouragement, prompting them to think about color choices and how those colors make them feel.

Closing (5 minutes)

When the time is up, gather the students back in their circle. Ask a few volunteers to share their artwork and describe how the music influenced their color choices and expression.

Finish the lesson with a brief discussion about how art can express feelings, just as music does!

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Conclusion

This engaging introduction not only captures the students' attention but also allows them to connect emotions to their art, fostering creativity and expression in an enjoyable, musical atmosphere.