Students from Second Grade Classes in the Capital Region of New York State created Valentines from a variety of materials and submitted them for display on the World Wide Web. Valentines needed to include writing as well as Art work.
New York State Standards Addressed by this project:
English Language Arts:
Standard 2: Students will read, write, listen and speak for literary response and expression. As speakers and writers, students will use oral and written language for self-expression.
Standard 4: Students will read, write, listen and speak for social interaction.Students will use oral and written language for effective social communication with a wide variety of people. As readers and listeners, they will use the oral communications of others to enrich their understanding of people and their views.
Arts:
Standard 1: Creating, performing, and participating in the Arts
Students will actively engage in the processes that constitute creation and performance in the arts (dance, music, theatre, and visual arts) and participate in various roles in the arts.
Standard 2: Knowing and Using Arts Material and Resources
Students will be knowledgeable about and make use of the materials and resources available for participation in the arts in various roles.
