Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Visual Arts: Grade 1

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Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.

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    With support, develop an idea for an artwork based on a theme (e.g. personal or family story).VA.1.CR1.1.1

  • 2.

    Use observation and investigation to make a work of art.VA.1.CR1.1.2

  • 3.

    Engage in focused mark making.VA.1.CR1.1.3

Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

  • 1.

    Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.VA.2.CR2.1.1

  • 2.

    Demonstrate safe and proper procedures for using materials, tools, and equipment while making art.VA.2.CR2.1.2

  • 3.

    Identify and classify uses of everyday objects through drawings, diagrams, sculptures, or other visual means.VA.2.CR2.1.3

Refine and complete artistic work.

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    Refine and enhance art skills through repetition and practice.VA.3.CR3.1.1

  • 2.

    Using art vocabulary, describe personal artistic choices.VA.3.CR3.1.2

Analyze, interpret and select artistic work for presentation.

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    Organize their artwork in a portfolio and explain the process.VA.4.PR1.1.1

Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

  • 1.

    Identify and explain the roles and responsibilities of the spaces and people who work in and visit museums and other art venues.VA.5.PR2.1.1

Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.

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    Select art objects for personal portfolio and display and explain why they were chosen.VA.6.PR3.1.1

  • 2.

    Explain why some objects, artifacts, and artworks are preferred.VA.6.PR3.1.2

Perceive and analyze artistic work.

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    Distinguish between different types of images and real objects and describe what an image represents (i.e. 2D & 3D).VA.7.RE1.1.1

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    Compare visual imagery that represents the same subject in different media.VA.7.RE1.1.2

Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.

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    Interpret art by categorizing subject matter and identifying basic art elements.VA.8.RE2.1.1

Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.

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    Identify artworks based on different reasons for preferences.VA.9.RE3.1.1

Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.

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    Use and share personal experiences and interests in creating artwork.VA.10.CO1.1.1

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    Identify times, places, and reasons by which people make art.VA.10.CO1.1.2

Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.

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    Understand that people from different places and times have made art for a variety of reasons.VA.11.CO2.1.1

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    Discuss how artworks and ideas relate to everyday and cultural life.VA.11.CO2.1.2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1
When were these standards adopted?
2015
Where can I read the official document?
Oregon Arts Content Standards: Visual Arts

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