THE SUPERHERO IN YOU – Character Traits, Form, Colour

Students use mathematical thinking to design and create a Character Trait shield out of cardboard, and then paint it with acrylic or glitter paint.

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THE SUPERHERO IN YOU – Character Traits, Form, Colour

Supplies:

  • Crayola Washable Glitter Project Paint - 6 Count
  • Crayola Washable No-Run School Glue
  • Crayola Scissors
  • Crayola Acrylic Paint - 6 Count
  • Crayola Paint Brushes - 4 Count
  • Crayola Broad Line Markers - 8 Count
  • Rulers
  • Water Containers
  • Paper Towels
  • Duct Tape
  • Corrugated Cardboard Circles - 35.6 cm (14") Diameter - 1 per student
  • Corrugated Cardboard - 22.9 cm x 30.5 cm (9" x 12") - 1 piece per student
 

Steps:

1
Step 1
  1. Start by gently bending the circumference of the cardboard into the centre.
  2. Make sure the white side is facing up.
  3. Press down on the surface of the cardboard with your fingers to gradually shape the circle into a concave form.
2
Step 2
  1. Cut along the radius of the circle from the outer edge to the centre.
3
Step 3
  1. Squeeze glue along one edge of the cut.
  2. Overlap the other edge about 1.5 cm and press the two pieces together.
4
Step 4
  1. Add a piece of duct tape along the seam to make sure it is very secure.
5
Step 5
  1. Cut geometric and other shapes out of cardboard.
  2. Use white glue to fasten the shapes to the front of your shield.
  3. Make sure the edges are glued flat.
  4. Allow the glue to dry completely.
6
Step 6
  1. Cut a strip of cardboard about 6 cm x 27 cm for the handle.
  2. Mark the following measurements along the strip,
    - starting at one end, 4 cm;
    - starting from the 4 cm mark, 5 cm;
    - starting from the 5 cm mark, 9 cm;
    - starting from the 9 cm mark, 5 cm;
    - starting from the 5 cm mark, 4 cm.
  3. Make right angle folds at each measurement.
7
Step 7
  1. Use white glue to fasten the handle to the back of the shield.
  2. Add pieces of duct tape over each end to make it extra secure.
8
Step 8
  1. Paint the shield with contrasting colours and special effects. For example,
    - Using acrylic paint – Paint the shield with one solid colour. When it is dry, drybrush black and/or metallic paint over it to create contrast and texture.
    - Using glitter paint – Paint several layers of different colours to add depth and richness to the surface.
  2. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly.
  3. Use a marker to add the names of 10 character traits.
  • Subjects:

    • Language Arts,

    • Mathematics,

    • Visual Arts

  • Grades:

    • Grade 4,

    • Grade 5,

    • Grade 6,

    • Grade 7,

    • Grade 8


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