Kindergarten Visual & Performing Arts

Students explore different types of lines and how they can be used to represent movement and emotion through drawing exercises.

Students identify and categorize the three primary colors, discussing their presence in everyday objects and art.

Students experiment with mixing primary colors to create new secondary colors, observing the transformation.

Students identify and draw basic geometric shapes, recognizing them in famous artworks and their environment.

Students explore organic shapes found in nature and create artworks inspired by their fluid forms.

Students explore different textures through touch and sight, creating artworks that incorporate various tactile elements.

Students learn about positive and negative space and how artists create the illusion of depth in their work.

Students identify and create simple patterns using lines, shapes, and colors, understanding repetition in art.

Students explore the concept of symmetry by identifying symmetrical objects and creating symmetrical drawings.

Students combine various art elements (lines, shapes, colors) to create a cohesive visual composition.

Students learn to identify and maintain a steady beat using body percussion and simple instruments.

Students create and perform simple rhythm patterns and ostinatos using vocalizations and percussion instruments.

Students explore pitch by identifying high and low sounds using their voices and various instruments.

Students experiment with dynamics, understanding how to make sounds loud (forte) and soft (piano) and their effect on music.

Students explore tempo by moving to music at different speeds and performing simple songs at varying paces.

Students explore simple melodies, recognizing patterns and creating their own short melodic phrases using pitched instruments or voices.

An introduction to percussion instruments, exploring their sounds and how they are played.

Students explore the sounds and characteristics of wind and string instruments through listening and visual examples.

Students collaborate to create a soundscape that tells a story or evokes a specific environment using voices and instruments.

Students listen to and respond to music from diverse cultures, identifying different instruments and musical styles.

Students use their faces, voices, and bodies to portray different characters and emotions through guided exercises.

Students explore creative movement and how dance can communicate ideas and feelings without speaking.

Students explore how to use personal and general space, and different levels (high, medium, low) in their movement.

Collaborating with peers to act out familiar stories and nursery rhymes, focusing on character and plot.

Students learn to tell stories and express actions using only their bodies and facial expressions, without words.

Students create simple puppets and experiment with using different voices to bring their characters to life.

Students create short dance sequences that tell a simple story or convey a narrative.

Students explore how simple costumes and props can enhance character and storytelling in a theatrical performance.

Students learn and practice appropriate audience behavior for live performances, understanding their role.

Students present short scenes or dances to their classmates, practicing performance skills and receiving constructive feedback.

Learning about the life and work of Vincent van Gogh, focusing on his use of color and brushstrokes.

Exploring the art of Frida Kahlo, discussing her self-portraits and use of symbolism.

Discovering art from ancient civilizations (e.g., Egyptian hieroglyphs, cave paintings) and their purposes.

Students identify and discuss different types of art found in their local community, such as murals, sculptures, or architecture.

Students practice describing, analyzing, and sharing opinions about their own work and the work of others.

Exploring how different cultures use art in celebrations, festivals, and special events.

Students discover how art is integrated into daily life through functional objects, clothing, and architecture.

Students analyze how visual art can tell stories, convey narratives, and communicate messages without words.

Students learn about the importance of taking care of artworks, both their own and those in museums.

Students select and organize their favorite artworks from the year into a personal portfolio, reflecting on their growth.