Math Art and Crafts
Blends art with math to explore numerical concepts creatively.
Description : Interactive art projects allow students to express mathematical ideas visually, reinforcing concepts like symmetry, geometry, and patterns.
Category : Math
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Building Blocks of Math Art
Section 1: Basic Shapes
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Circles
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Recognizing Circles
- Lesson 2: Drawing Simple Circles
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Drawing Simple Circles
Section 2: Lines and Angles
- Lesson 1: Understanding Straight Lines
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Straight Lines
- Lesson 2: Exploring Basic Angles
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Exploring Basic Angles
Section 3: Combining Shapes and Lines
- Lesson 1: Creating Compositions with Shapes
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Compositions with Shapes
- Lesson 2: Enhancing Shapes with Lines
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Enhancing Shapes with Lines
Section 4: Introduction to Color and Pattern
- Lesson 1: Basic Color Mixing Techniques
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basic Color Mixing Techniques
- Lesson 2: Applying Colors to Simple Patterns
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Applying Colors to Simple Patterns
Section 5: Creating Simple Repeating Patterns
- Lesson 1: Repetition of Shapes
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Repetition of Shapes
- Lesson 2: Patterns with Lines and Colors
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Patterns with Lines and Colors
Module 2: Exploring Symmetry in Art
Section 1: Identifying Symmetry
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Symmetry in Nature
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Recognizing Symmetry in Nature
- Lesson 2: Drawing Mirror Images
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Drawing Mirror Images
Section 2: Types of Symmetry
- Lesson 1: Vertical Symmetry Basics
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Vertical Symmetry Basics
- Lesson 2: Horizontal Symmetry Basics
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Horizontal Symmetry Basics
Section 3: Creating Symmetric Designs
- Lesson 1: Paper Folding Art for Symmetry
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Paper Folding Art for Symmetry
- Lesson 2: Drawing Symmetric Patterns
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Drawing Symmetric Patterns
Section 4: Observing Symmetry Around Us
- Lesson 1: Finding Symmetry in Everyday Objects
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Finding Symmetry in Everyday Objects
- Lesson 2: Capturing Symmetry in Simple Drawings
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Capturing Symmetry in Simple Drawings
Section 5: Balance and Harmony in Art
- Lesson 1: Understanding Visual Balance
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Understanding Visual Balance
- Lesson 2: Designing Balanced Artworks
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Designing Balanced Artworks
Module 3: Pattern Play
Section 1: Introduction to Patterns
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Repeating Patterns
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Recognizing Repeating Patterns
- Lesson 2: Drawing Simple Repeating Patterns
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Drawing Simple Repeating Patterns
Section 2: Patterns in Nature
- Lesson 1: Observing Patterns in Leaves and Flowers
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Observing Patterns in Leaves and Flowers
- Lesson 2: Creating Art Inspired by Natural Patterns
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Creating Art Inspired by Natural Patterns
Section 3: Geometric Patterns
- Lesson 1: Tessellations with Basic Shapes
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Tessellations with Basic Shapes
- Lesson 2: Mixing Colors to Enhance Patterns
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Mixing Colors to Enhance Patterns
Section 4: Hands-On Pattern Techniques
- Lesson 1: Stamping and Imprinting
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Stamping and Imprinting
- Lesson 2: Using Stencils to Create Repetitive Designs
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Using Stencils to Create Repetitive Designs
Section 5: Combining Different Patterns
- Lesson 1: Overlaying Patterns for Visual Interest
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Overlaying Patterns for Visual Interest
- Lesson 2: Collage Art with Mixed Patterns
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Collage Art with Mixed Patterns
Module 4: Geometry in Everyday Art
Section 1: Exploring Geometric Shapes
- Lesson 1: Discovering Triangles in Art
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Discovering Triangles in Art
- Lesson 2: Understanding Quadrilaterals and Their Uses
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding Quadrilaterals and Their Uses
Section 2: Angles and Measurements
- Lesson 1: Learning About Angles through Drawing
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning About Angles through Drawing
- Lesson 2: Using Simple Tools for Measurement
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Simple Tools for Measurement
Section 3: Mosaic Art with Shapes
- Lesson 1: Creating Mosaic Patterns with Geometry
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Mosaic Patterns with Geometry
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Repetition and Arrangement
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Repetition and Arrangement
Section 4: Introducing Fractions with Art
- Lesson 1: Dividing Shapes into Equal Parts
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Dividing Shapes into Equal Parts
- Lesson 2: Designing Art Projects Using Simple Fractions
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Designing Art Projects Using Simple Fractions
Section 5: Transformations in Art
- Lesson 1: Translation and Rotation Explained through Designs
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Translation and Rotation Explained through Designs
- Lesson 2: Reflection Techniques in Artistic Patterns
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflection Techniques in Artistic Patterns
Module 5: Creative Math Art Projects
Section 1: Project Planning and Brainstorming
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming Mathematical Ideas for Art
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Brainstorming Mathematical Ideas for Art
- Lesson 2: Sketching Initial Design Concepts
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Sketching Initial Design Concepts
Section 2: Materials and Exploration
- Lesson 1: Identifying Common Art Materials
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Identifying Common Art Materials
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Simple Tools and Techniques
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Simple Tools and Techniques
Section 3: Step-by-Step Project Creation
- Lesson 1: Designing a Math Art Piece from Start to Finish
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Designing a Math Art Piece from Start to Finish
- Lesson 2: Building and Arranging Your Art Design
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Building and Arranging Your Art Design
Section 4: Refining Your Artwork
- Lesson 1: Reviewing the Project and Making Adjustments
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Reviewing the Project and Making Adjustments
- Lesson 2: Adding Personal Flair to Your Art
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Adding Personal Flair to Your Art
Section 5: Sharing and Reflecting on Your Work
- Lesson 1: Presenting Your Mathematical Art Project
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Presenting Your Mathematical Art Project
- Lesson 2: Discussing the Mathematical Concepts Behind Your Artwork
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Discussing the Mathematical Concepts Behind Your Artwork