Torn paper Christmas Trees

Students in my kindergarten class read the book "Perfect Square". I then gave them a piece of light or dark green origami paper to tear and rip just like in the book. It started as a perfect spyware but turned itself into something beautiful...in this case a Christmas tree.  We added sequins, rectangle presents that we put line patterns on, and printed snowflakes in the background with the bottoms of soda bottles! The kids had so much fun with this activity!

 

 

 

 

 

Animal Close ups

Students in 8th grade chose animals they wanted to get closer to;) They were given printed pictures and strips of paper. To create a frame around the areas they chose to focus on.  I am so happy with the effort they put into these, and the results they got!