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Composition and Line

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Students examine the use of composition and line as they create original drawings.  In this composition and line lesson, students recognize the art vocabulary associated with line and composition.  Students illustrate the shape of a tree using contour drawing.

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Grade
K - 5th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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