Grade: Pre-K
So we had to do at least one art project dedicated to the many writings, stories and wonderful illustrations of our dear Dr. Suess. I decided that a great step-by-step project would be to have the kids all make their own Sneetch. Now for those who are unfamiliar, the Sneetches were a gentle but sometimes unkind group of creatures. We talked about the Sneetches and re-told the story. The most profound part in the story is when the Sneetches realize that there is no difference between them, they are all Sneetches inside!
First we went back to our basic shapes. We noticed that the head was really just a circle, so together we drew our heads at the tops of our pages. We then added the roundish, smallish and pointyish beak :) Then we proceeded down the page, a long neck, a round bottom and funny flat feet. After we added the arms and feathery fingers the kids were able to make their Sneetches their own. They added lines, stars, circles and many other great designs. When they finished their pencil outline I asked them to trace over all of their lines with permanent black marker. I find that this really helps them stay within the lines they created. When through with this step they were able to choose whichever colors they liked and made their Sneetches outstanding!
Take a look! And be sure to spend some time reading at least one Dr. Seuss book this month :)
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