{"product_id":"hibernating-bear-art-lesson-k-3","title":"Hibernating Bear Art Lesson K-3","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring cozy winter creativity into your classroom with this Hibernating Bear (or Bear's Big Sleep) art lesson designed especially for K–3 learners. In this playful mixed media project, students will explore how animals rest during the winter while creating their own snuggled-up bear using simple shapes, implied and actual texture and bold design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the artwork of Charley Harper, and playful illustrations of Freya Hartas, students will learn how to break down animals into basic shapes like circles and ovals to create a stylized, eye-catching bear. They’ll combine drawing and mixed media techniques to explore how to create different types of texture, and build a peaceful winter scene with a sleeping bear tucked into its den.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lesson encourages young artists to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice shape-based drawing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore seasonal themes like winter and hibernation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a variety of art materials in creative ways\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild confidence through guided, step-by-step instruction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for winter units, animal studies, or a cozy day in the art room, this project is both approachable and engaging for young learners. The result is a collection of adorable, expressive bears that are as unique as the students who create them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lesson is broken down into clear and simple steps complete with full color photos demonstrating and explaining each step of the project, specifically for grades K–3!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe digital 35 page slide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePDF\/ Google Slide\/ PPT presentation for this lesson includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Lesson Objectives\u003cbr\u003e-Vocabulary List\u003cbr\u003e-National Standards\u003cbr\u003e-Supplies needed for the project\u003cbr\u003e-Artist background info on Charley Harper and Freya Hartas\u003cbr\u003e-Art History connection featuring\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBear in the Birches\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 4 perfect picture book connections (with links)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 2 different linked hibernation videos for kids\u003cbr\u003e-Step-by-Step Photos of the lesson from beginning to end with detailed explanation for each step\u003cbr\u003e-Helpful tips \u0026amp; tricks for teachers to share with students\u003cbr\u003e- 3 different simple bear drawing guides\u003cbr\u003e-Student examples for reference\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art With Mrs. E","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48517724012771,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/0423\/3443\/files\/BigBear-Thumbnail-0.jpg?v=1773938459","url":"https:\/\/artwithmrse.com\/products\/hibernating-bear-art-lesson-k-3","provider":"Art With Mrs. E","version":"1.0","type":"link"}