Year 3 The Arts

Investigating how different types of lines can create physical and emotional textures in a 2D space.

Exploring primary and secondary colors and their psychological impact on the viewer.

Hands-on exploration of mixing primary colors to create secondary and tertiary colors, understanding tints and shades.

Examining how self-portraits convey personality and cultural background beyond simple likeness.

Introduction to 3D art by manipulating clay to create forms with volume and texture.

Creating visual narratives by combining different materials and images through collage techniques.

Exploring basic printmaking techniques to create multiple images and discover the power of repetition.

Understanding beat and tempo through rhythmic notation and group performance.

Learning how pitch moves in steps and leaps to create memorable melodies.

Using found objects and instruments to compose a piece that represents a specific location.

Exploring how varying the volume of sound impacts the emotional quality of music.

Investigating how the speed of music (tempo) affects its energy and emotional impact.

Exploring the concept of pitch using voices and simple instruments, identifying high and low sounds.

Focusing on how facial expressions and body language communicate meaning without words.

Building confidence through short-form improv games and collaborative storytelling.

Introduction to the structure of a play and how basic props change a performance.

Exploring how vocal elements can transform a character and convey emotion.

Designing and creating basic costume pieces to enhance character portrayal and storytelling.

Exploring how to build a character's personality, motivations, and backstory through creative exercises.

Using non-verbal movement and gestures to convey narrative and emotion in dramatic contexts.

Learning how to move through low, medium, and high levels to create visual interest.

Investigating the contrast between sharp, percussive movements and smooth, fluid motions.

Researching and practicing basic steps from various cultural dance forms around the world.

Learning to combine individual movements into short, expressive dance sequences.

Exploring how dancers use rhythm, tempo, and pauses to create different effects and communicate ideas.

Discovering the origins of visual communication through Indigenous Australian and global rock art.

Examining how artists learned to create the illusion of 3D depth on a 2D surface.

Studying the shift from realism to capturing a fleeting moment through light and brushwork.

Exploring the history, techniques, and cultural significance of Indigenous Australian dot painting.

Introduction to abstract art, focusing on how artists express ideas and emotions without realistic representation.

Investigating how murals are used to tell stories, share history, and beautify public spaces.

Developing the vocabulary to objectively describe what is seen in an artwork.

Moving beyond description to discuss the artist's intent and personal connections.

Selecting and organizing artworks to communicate a specific theme or idea.

Discovering diverse musical instruments, styles, and traditions from various cultures.

Examining how lyrics and melody combine to convey narratives and emotions in songs.

Introduction to the different families of instruments in an orchestra and their unique sounds.

Understanding how non-verbal movement can express feelings, stories, and ideas.

Learning about the history and social function of folk dances from various cultures.

Exploring how digital photos and drawings can be used to create visual narratives.

Experimenting with digital sound effects to enhance storytelling and create atmosphere.

Creating short animated sequences using basic stop-motion or digital drawing tools.

Exploring how music and dance can be combined to enhance expression and storytelling.

Understanding how simple visual elements like backdrops and props enhance a dramatic performance.