Primary 1 Art

Investigating how different types of lines like wavy, zigzag, and thick lines can show movement and feeling.

Identifying geometric shapes in everyday objects and using them as foundational elements for drawings.

Exploring free-form, organic shapes found in nature and incorporating them into expressive drawings.

Designing repetitive patterns using various lines and shapes to understand rhythm and repetition in art.

Applying knowledge of lines and shapes to draw familiar places and objects from their immediate environment.

Discovering the three primary colors and the wonder of creating new secondary colors through painting.

Exploring how artists create the illusion of texture using different drawing and painting techniques.

Experimenting with various materials to create actual tactile textures in mixed media art.

Understanding the emotional impact of warm and cool colors and using them to express feelings in art.

Using color and texture to tell a simple story or express a personal experience.

Learning to identify and maintain a steady pulse through body percussion and simple instruments.

Using creative dance to mimic the movements of animals, plants, and weather patterns.

Exploring how changes in speed (tempo) and loudness (dynamics) affect the mood of music and dance.

Understanding and utilizing personal and general space, levels, and pathways in movement.

Collaborating to create a short dance or movement sequence that tells a simple story or expresses an idea.

Using voice, facial expressions, and posture to portray different characters from local folktales.

Using simple objects to represent different things and setting the scene for a performance.

Communicating stories and emotions without words, using only body language and facial expressions.

Developing short, imaginative dialogues between characters based on prompts or pictures.

Practicing collaboration and active listening in group dramatic play and scene work.

Practicing objective observation skills using the 'See, Think, Wonder' routine with famous paintings.

Learning about local Singaporean artists and the stories they tell about our community.

Exploring artworks from different cultures and understanding how art reflects diverse ways of life.

Interpreting narratives and messages conveyed through visual artworks.

Students select an artwork they connect with and articulate their personal response and reasons.

Reflecting on personal progress and selecting pieces for a portfolio or class gallery.

Collaborating to organize an art exhibition or a short performance for peers and family.

Practicing how to talk about their artwork, explaining their choices and inspiration.

Rehearsing and refining dramatic or musical performances for the showcase.

Understanding the role of the audience and how to be a respectful and appreciative viewer/listener.

Understanding the difference between 2D and 3D art and exploring basic sculptural forms.

Learning basic clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab building to create simple forms.

Identifying and utilizing positive (the subject) and negative (the background) space in art.

Creating sculptures using recycled and found materials, emphasizing creativity and resourcefulness.

Observing and discussing sculptures and installations found in public areas, especially in Singapore.

Exploring basic drawing and coloring tools in a simple digital art application.

Creating digital collages using images and text to tell a visual story.

Learning basic photography concepts like framing, focus, and capturing light using a simple camera or tablet.

Creating a sequence of photographs to document a day or a simple event.

Exploring simple animation principles by creating flipbooks or basic digital stop-motion sequences.

Composing simple musical themes for different characters using classroom instruments or voice.

Creating sound effects and musical backdrops to represent different environments or scenes.

Learning and performing songs that tell stories, including local folk songs and nursery rhymes.

Combining music and dance to create short narrative performances.

Expressing personal feelings and interpretations in response to different pieces of music through drawing or movement.

Experimenting with everyday objects to discover their potential as characters in a story.

Constructing basic puppets (e.g., stick puppets, paper bag puppets) and learning how to manipulate them.

Developing distinct voices and movement styles for different puppet characters.

Collaborating to create and perform short puppet shows based on familiar stories or original ideas.

Experimenting with light and shadow to create simple shadow puppet performances.