Our Community
Creating community art builds understanding that feelings are shared by all people.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: My Feelings
- Learning area: Visual and Creative Arts
- Level: Infant & Toddler
Objectives
- Create collaborative community artwork
- Recognize that everyone has feelings
- Express belonging through art
Materials
- Large paper or poster board
- Various art supplies
- Photos of community helpers
- Magazines for cutting
Instructions
1. Discuss our classroom community—we all have feelings!
2. Create a large collaborative mural.
3. Each child adds themselves to the community picture.
4. Add thought bubbles showing different emotions.
5. Discuss how community members help each other feel good.
6. Display prominently in classroom.
Educator tip
Include families and community helpers in the discussion.
Assessment
Observe collaborative skills and understanding of community.