Kente Cloth Art Lesson Africa PreK K 1st 2nd Montessori Writing Activity

This art lesson features Kente cloth, a beautiful African tradition. This project is perfect for PreK, K, 1st and 2nd grade students. I have included a writing component for older grades and a coloring page for fast finishers. You will receive a brief history lesson and instructions for creating an art project inspired by Kente cloth. This project is a great way to introduce students to African culture and art while also promoting creativity and fine motor skills.

What teachers are saying:

- Fun and engaging.

- This was helpful for me in teaching my pre-schoolers about kente cloth.

Here are three ways you can use this lesson in your classroom:

1. Social Studies: Use this lesson as part of a unit on African culture and history. Discuss the importance of Kente cloth in African culture and how it is used in various ceremonies and events.
2. Art Class: Incorporate this lesson into your art curriculum. Have students create their own Kente cloth-inspired designs.
3. Multicultural Day: Use this lesson as part of a multicultural day event at your school.

What you will find inside the lesson:

• Teacher prompts for you to read as you give the lesson making it EASY to teach!
• Glossary of art terms
• Brief discussion of each topic that is simple and easy to comprehend
• Questions to ask the students about the art
• Step by step DETAILED instructions for an art project with FULL COLOR pictures.
• INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO CONFORM THIS LESSON TO COMMON CORE STANDARDS
• Art work to show as examples
• Comprehension questions Worksheet for you to extend the learning that feature key facts about each art project
• Word search and/or coloring page for fast finishers
• Worksheet where students have the opportunity to give you feedback about the projects

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