My Book and Me
Compare and contrast books about children then choose your favorite to incorporate into a life-size self-portrait.
1. Examine self-portraits done by famous artists such as Vincent Van Gogh, Leonardo daVinci, Frieda Kahlo, and Mary Cassatt. What qualities did they highlight about themselves?
2. Use Crayola® Scissors and several pieces of construction paper to cut out a life-size portrait of yourself, including your shoulders, arms, body, and legs. Connect the pieces with Crayola Washable Glue Sticks. Decorate your self-portrait with Crayola Washable Markers and Multicultural Markers. Include details such as eye color, hairstyle, and favorite clothing. Attach decorative craft materials such as yarn, beads, and buttons with Crayola School Glue.
3. Cut out a construction paper replica of the cover of one of your favorite books. Draw the title and cover illustration. Glue the book to your portrait's hands, as if you were reading it.
Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.
Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.
- Ask your family to find your self-portrait and favorite book in your seat at an open house.
- Best friends make portraits of each other. What do you remember without asking or looking. What is his or her favorite book?
- Write a book about you and put it in your hands. What are some of the most interesting things you have done? What people are most important to you? What are your dreams?
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