Grade 1 The Arts

Investigating how different types of lines can represent movement, texture, and emotion in a drawing.

Identifying and creating shapes found in nature versus those made by humans to build complex images.

Exploring primary colors and how mixing them creates new feelings and atmospheres in an artwork.

Discovering how primary colors combine to create secondary colors and experimenting with blending techniques.

Identifying and creating visual and tactile textures in artwork using various materials and techniques.

Arranging elements like lines, shapes, and colors on a page to create a balanced and interesting picture.

Using visual elements to tell a simple narrative or express an idea without words.

Exploring diverse art forms and cultural expressions from different parts of the globe.

Practicing drawing simple objects by carefully observing their lines, shapes, and proportions.

Working together to create a large-scale artwork, combining individual contributions into a unified piece.

Learning to identify a steady pulse and how changing speed affects the energy of a song.

Exploring pitch and melody by using the voice and classroom instruments to mimic sounds from life.

Identifying different instrument families and the unique materials used to create their sounds.

Experimenting with varying the volume of sounds and music to create expressive effects.

Creating and performing simple repeating rhythmic patterns using body percussion and classroom instruments.

Learning and performing short, age-appropriate songs, focusing on pitch, rhythm, and clear articulation.

Developing active listening skills by identifying musical elements in various pieces of music.

Exploring how different types of music can evoke various emotions and feelings.

Identifying and describing the unique 'color' or quality of different sounds and instruments.

Composing short sound sequences to represent environments or stories using voices, body percussion, and classroom instruments.

Exploring levels, directions, and pathways while moving safely through a shared environment.

Using facial expressions and body tension to communicate internal emotions to an audience.

Coordinating body movements with specific musical patterns and sequences.

Exploring different ways the body can move through space (walking, running, jumping) and in place (bending, twisting, stretching).

Developing coordination and partnership skills through mirroring movements and taking turns leading.

Creating short dance sequences that tell a simple story with a clear beginning, middle, and end.

Exploring traditional dances from various cultures and understanding their significance.

Developing vocabulary to describe and interpret dance performances.

Experimenting with creating different body shapes (curved, angular, symmetrical) and holding still to create frozen moments.

Using movement to represent elements of nature, such as animals, plants, or weather phenomena.

Using voice, costume pieces, and gestures to portray characters from stories or imagination.

Creating the setting and atmosphere for a play using simple props and imagination.

Working as an ensemble to share a short dramatic sequence with a small audience.

Identifying and acting out simple problems and solutions within a dramatic narrative.

Experimenting with different vocal volumes and tones to convey character emotions and intentions.

Understanding how to move purposefully on a stage to create clear pictures for the audience.

Bringing inanimate objects and puppets to life to tell stories and explore character.

Learning how to be a respectful and engaged audience member for live performances.

Developing quick thinking and collaborative skills by creating stories and scenes on the spot.

Playing drama games to enhance concentration, creativity, and teamwork in a playful environment.