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K–12 Standards

Visual Arts: Grade 2

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Observe and Learn to Comprehend2.1

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    Identify how artists make choices using the language of visual art and design to communicate ideas.2.1.1

    1. a

      Describe how artists choose materials to communicate ideas. 2.1.1.a

    2. b

      Discover how similar ideas can be expressed in multiple ways.2.1.1.b

    3. c

      Determine what art vocabulary is useful when discussing works of art and design.2.1.1.c

Envision and Critique to Reflect2.2

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    Share and explain choices made and possible next steps in personal works of visual art and design.2.2.1

    1. a

      Describe how artists reflect on their creative practice to improve works of visual art and design.2.2.1.a

    2. b

      Recognize that artists use different forms of research to inform their practice.2.2.1.b

    3. c

      Use the language of visual art and design to describe observations and form opinions.2.2.1.c

Invent and Discover to Create2.3

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    Plan and create works of art by exploring various media and creating meaning through symbolization.2.3.1

    1. a

      Choose appropriate materials to make art.2.3.1.a

    2. b

      Create finished works of art.2.3.1.b

    3. c

      Explain choices made in the artmaking process.2.3.1.c

    4. d

      Respect and care for classroom materials.2.3.1.d

Relate and Connect to Transfer2.4

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    Observe and discuss how visual art and design are evident in the everyday life of communities. 2.4.1

    1. a

      Recognize how visual art and design is interdisciplinary.2.4.1.a

    2. b

      Investigate public art and its role within the community.2.4.1.b

    3. c

      Investigate the role of art and design in our communities and world.2.4.1.c

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