Subject: ART

Title of Lesson: Symmetrical Lettering

Elements and Principles of Design:
Grade 1:
Line – curved
Colour – warm and cool colours
Contrast – light/dark
Grade 2:
Shape and Form – symmetrical shapes and forms
Colour – secondary colours
Repetition and Rhythm – repetition of colour and shape in patterns
Grade 3:
Shape and Form – symmetrical and asymmetrical shapes and forms
Variety – strong contrasts and colours to create interest.
Grade 4:
Lines – repetition of lines to create visual rhythm.
Space – positive and negative space in art work
Value – mixing of shades
Expectations:
D1.1 – Create two-dimensional works of art that express feelings and ideas inspired by personal
experiences.
D1.4 – Use a variety of materials, tools and techniques to respond to design challenges.
D2.1 -Express their feelings and ideas about art works and art experiences.
D2.2 – Express how elements of design are used to communicate meaning or in their own and others'
art works.
Materials: Paper, pencil, pencil crayons, colour wheel
Procedure: Using the colour wheel, talk about the different colour elements for each grade to help
students choose which colours they will use for their art work. Fold the paper in half, corner to corner
in both directions. Students choose the word they are going to write (dad, love, a name, etc) in one of
the triangles. Using a pencil, lightly draw the middle letter of the word in capital bubble or block
letters. The letter should touch the bottom of the paper and the creases made by the fold at the top of
the triangle. Continue drawing the other letters in the same way working from the middle toward the
outside of the paper. Once the letters are finished to student satisfaction, trace over them, pressing
hard with the pencil to create a dark outline. Fold the paper on the crease line and using your
fingernail rub the letters to transfer them to the other triangles. Once all 4 triangles have the word on
them, trace around them again with the pencil so they match. Students then use the pencil crayons to
colour in the letters and the background with the colours they have already chosen.
Modifications/Differentiation:
Students choose colours based on the elements of design for each grade level
Students can use basic lettering rather than bubble or block letters
Have students pick a shorter word with an odd number of letters
Follow-up: Students will present their completed artwork and describe the elements of design they
used to create their piece.
Assessment: See Rubric