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Whoville Paper

In this lesson, we learned about Charles McGee and how he used patterns, shapes, and repetition in his artwork. We also explored Whoville from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! and talked about how imagination can inspire our own art. Then, we created four different patterns using small slips of paper, which took time and creativity. After that, we learned techniques to make our artwork look more three-dimensional. We arranged our paper pieces however we wanted, which let us be creative and make something unique. Overall, this activity showed how everyone’s artwork can be different even when using the same materials.


For an extension activity, I would have students continue exploring the style of Charles McGee by creating a larger artwork that combines all of their patterns into one final design. Students could also take inspiration from Whoville and add characters or imaginative elements to make their artwork more personal. This would allow them to build on their creativity and practice using repetition and shapes in a new way. I would encourage students to experiment with color to make their designs stand out even more. They could also share their artwork with the class and explain their choices and patterns. This extension would help deepen their understanding while giving them more freedom to express their ideas.

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