Beetle Art Journal: 7 Independent Art Activities That Teach Balance and Symmetry

Need independent art activities that get your kids writing? Grab this Beetle Art Journal!

Explore the principle of balance + symmetry while art journaling, painting a beetle...and so much more!

Each page is a bite-sized lesson in art, zoology, geography, or writing.

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Kids explore the design principle of balance while diving into the life cycle of a green June beetle

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The best part? Each worksheet is meant to be done independently by a child 7-11 years old!

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TOPIC: Art, Journaling, Writing, Earth Science, Life Cycle
GRADE: 3rd-6th grade
FORMAT: PDF
PAGES: 19 pages

WHAT'S INCLUDED

-7 unique art activities
-How to Use Teacher Guide
-Supplies List
-Colored Examples
-Bonus Journaling Page

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HOW TO USE

-Independent Art Unit: Within this mini art journal, kids discover one of the essential principles of design—BALANCE! If you’re unsure about teaching art yourself, work through these activities with your kids and watch their artistic skills explode!
-Morning Work: Looking for some print-and-go worksheets for a quiet morning atmosphere? Grab these! They're perfect if you're studying beetles or bug life cycles. The extra art element infusion is an easy way to connect with your right-brained kiddos. 
-Nature Study: Heading outside? Grab one of these worksheets and make it an art-infused nature study!
-Art Station: If you're trying to encourage more art in your home, set these activities out as an optional Art Station. Your kids will love choosing their own activity. Most elementary kids LOVE completing the beetle painting the most!

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