Mirror Self Portrait in Marks

Children draw themselves as marks rather than realistic portraits, focusing on emotion, energy and movement. The result reveals what cannot be photographed.

• Framework: Reggio Emilia
• Unit: Communication & Language
• Learning area: Symbolic Expression
• Level: Ages 5-6

Materials

• Mirrors
• Mark making tools (charcoal, ink, pastels)
• Large paper
• Wet wipes

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