Scenery in Shades and Tints

Last week we continued our color study by looking at how we can change a color simply by adding small amounts of black or white. Adding black to an original color gives us shades of that color; while adding white gives us tints.
The concept is best illustrated in a color gradient like this one:

I think every student recognized the gradient and was able to note other places they have seen similar gradients. One of the most common responses- paint chips! 

We used paint chips to create small, monochromatic scenes. Using only shades and tints of the color the students were able to show distances and a variety of landscapes from mountains, to deserts, to oceans. Adding their own unique human/object/animal silhouettes made each piece unique. 

I was amazed at the creativity and craftsmanship that the students displayed through this project. 

 Donations Graciously Accepted!

To keep our room healthy and operating smoothly we are in need of the following items:

- Tissues

- Baby Wipes/ Hand Wipes

- Paper Plates

- Hand Sanitizer

We could also use the following items for upcoming projects:

- Lightweight Cardboard

- Leftover scrapbook paper or wrapping paper (used is just fine!)

Thank you in advance!