FB S4.1 Bugs With Colour STUDENT WORKBOOK

Bugs with Colour: A Creative Exploration of Colour Theory and Lino Printing

This inspiring workbook is designed to help teachers guide students through an engaging exploration of colour theory and printmaking, with a focus on the beauty and intricacy of God’s creation in the natural world. Centered around the theme of bugs, students will learn to see the world through a new lens, using colour and artistic techniques to reflect the diversity and wonder of the creatures that surround us.

ISBN 9781763861114

Features:

• Colour Theory: Introduce students to the fundamentals of colour theory, including primary, secondary, and tertiary colours, as well as complementary and analogous colour schemes, all while encouraging them to appreciate the vibrancy of God’s creation in the world around them.
• Printmaking Techniques: Step-by-step instructions guide students through the process of lino printing, where they’ll create bug-themed prints, learning techniques such as carving, inking, and pressing to bring their designs to life.
• Creative Exploration: Students will have the opportunity to experiment with colour application using watercolours, enhancing their prints while reflecting on how colours interact to create harmony—mirroring the intricate balance in nature.
• Skills Development: Build both technical skills in colour mixing, composition, and printmaking, as well as creative thinking, as students learn to express their own perspectives through art.
• Reflecting on Creation: Throughout the workbook, students are encouraged to reflect on the wonder of creation, using their artwork as a way to honour God by celebrating the beauty of His world.
• Step-by-Step Activities: Structured lessons provide a progressive learning experience, allowing students to start with basic sketches and move toward creating fully realised prints.
• Assessment and Reflection: Includes opportunities for students to reflect on their artistic process, while offering assessment rubrics for teachers to guide and track student progress.

This workbook is perfect for teachers who want to foster creativity while instilling values of stewardship and reverence for the natural world. With practical art skills, hands-on activities, and reflections on God’s creation, this resource helps students connect their faith with their artistic expression, giving them the chance to honour God’s work through their own.