This class will build on the elements of art: line, shape color, value, texture. Students will create projects that increase their awareness of art throughout their world. Projects will focus on improving motor skills and vocabulary, and preparing students for upper level art classes. Higher-level use of paint, graphite, crayon, colored pencil, clay, glazing, paper sculpture, and Art History will be fostered. All lessons are integrated with other areas of learning and will encourage students to be independent learners and problem solvers. All students will have projects included in the Night of the Arts. Projects vary for Art I and II each school year.