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Banner of Stars

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Learners create a motivational star banner to inspire the writing of poetry. As a class they read poems, songs, and quotes about stars and night skies, view and discuss "Starry Night" by Vincent Van Gogh, then create a star banner on black construction paper.

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K - 5th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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