New Year Reflection Doodle
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Date: 2020-12-30 Author: Sierra Machado Categories: art tutorials, classroom management, distance learning, long form lesson plan Tags: art education, art projects for the new year, art that can be done at home, creative doodling exercise, creative doodling exercises, distance learning art lesson, distance learning art lessons for middle school, distance learning art lesson, doodle page art lesson, drawing, end of year reflection 2020, featured, first week of school art lesson, How to doodle for beginners, how to doodle for beginners step by step, how to draw a doodle page, how to draw a doodle page, middle school doodle lesson, mindfulness art activity, new year reflection doodle, new years doodle, new years reflection activity, teaching, that art teacher, that art teacher lesson
If there is ever a time to reflect, it is the end of 2020. I usually focus on goals and resolutions at the end of the year, but it felt more appropriate this year to pause and practice gratitude. I made this New Year Reflection Doodle as an opportunity to not only personally reflect on my year, but for students who have also experienced a year like none other.
New Year, New Classes!
I love using creative doodling exercises to help my students practice self reflection, goal setting and creativity through personal expression. This New Year Reflection Doodle makes a great sketchbook or journal activity and can be paired with journaling prompts to help creative juices flow.
If you have students all year, this makes a great assignment for a mid-point reflection. Coming back to a new semester can be a wonderful opportunity to set new goals and appreciate the progress that has occurred in a visual art course.
I also like to use this New Year Reflection Doodle concept for a sketchbook cover design. Mix things up by making it a goal setting activity. This creates an authentic and successful first art making experience for students. It pairs well with the Zentangle method and all you need is clear packing tape to help personalize and create authenticity in your students’ work.
Reflection in Art Class
If you are looking for more reflection based artworks, check out my favorite collage assignment. I love this because it requires no drawing skills, which will be a relief for some students! This makes a great getting to know you activity and allows opportunities to dig deeper.
Happy 2021- may your year be filled with happiness, light and love. ❤️
What are your favorite artworks to start a new year or course? I’d love to hear from you!
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